Weekend Counselor

Malvern Treatment Centers located in Malvern, PA is currently seeking a Full Time Counselor position to work 2/3 days during the week with an every other weekend obligation (with Monday-Friday during the non weekend weeks). This position is full time offering a comprehensive benefits package including Health Insurance, Paid Time Off and a 401K with a company match!The mission of the Counselor is to counsel patients regarding all aspects of their addiction. He or she must be an active member of the treatment team in the formulation of assessments, treatment plans, diagnostic summaries, progress notes, and continuing care planning. The Counselor will provide supportive individual counseling, conduct group therapy, and review clients at case conferences with other team members. He or she must have excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills to provide these services to clients with chemical dependencies.The ideal candidate has a Master's degree or higher from an accredited college with a major in chemical dependency, psychology, social work, counseling, nursing, or other related field that includes a practicum in a health or human service agency, preferably in a drug and alcohol setting. Other acceptable degrees and experience would be a Bachelor's degree in a related field with one year of clinical experience (minimum of 1820 hours) in a health or human service agency, preferably in a drug and alcohol setting, or an Associate's degree in a related field with two years of clinical experience (minimum of 1820 hours) in a health or human services agency. If a candidate’s experience did not take place in a drug and alcohol setting, his or her written training plan must specifically address a plan to achieve counseling competency in chemical dependency issues. He or she must have full certification in this state as an Addictions Counselor and must be licensed in this state if a Registered Nurse (RN). In addition, he or she must be skilled in using Microsoft Office and must be able to function calmly in a crisis situation.RESPONSIBILITIESAdministers assessments, establishes and revises individualized treatment goals, and participates in the formulation of diagnostic summariesDocuments patient progress in a manner that facilitates Utilization Review (UR) and corresponds to goals and objectives in treatment planProvides pertinent information at case conferences and expresses disagreement when necessaryCompletes case conference documentation in a timely mannerAddresses problematic behaviors in patientsConducts group therapy according to stage of group developmentGets involved in projects that improve delivery of treatment and participates in ongoing educational and training processKeeps referral sources updated as to patient progressMaintains family contacts in a timely mannerMaintains communication with patient’s families and facilitates participation in treatmentKeeps personal issues separate from therapeutic process and relationshipsDelivers lectures and workshops in an appropriate mannerInteracts with co-workers in a helpful manner that contributes to high moraleAssumes responsibilities for case management, lectures, and group therapy as required and askedMaintains and sets up aftercare for all patients in a timely manner in case of AMAArrives at scheduled activities on timeCompletes paperwork and documentation on time and in a comprehensive mannerCompletes discharge summaries in a timely mannerPerforms evaluations for potential admissions and refers patients to appropriate level of care based on ASAM criteriaInvolves patients in the treatment planning processCompletes treatment plans in a timely manner and ensures they are comprehensive in natureDetermines appropriate length of stay for patients based on ASAM criteriaFacilitates discharge process in an appropriate mannerMay give direction and provide feedback on the performance of studentsPerforms other duties as assignedMaster's degree in a related field preferred; will accept Bachelor's or Associate's degree with corresponding experienceOne to two years of clinical experience in a health or human service agency, preferably in a drug and alcohol settingKnowledge of 12-step recovery and an understanding of chemical dependencyAble to provide individual counseling as well as group therapyAble to work in a supportive, caring, and non-judgmental manner with staff and patients in order to gain confidence and cooperationAble to operate as a role model in speech and behaviors consistent with recovery principlesConfident, articulate, and able to speak effectively in front of groups and individuals to provide education/trainingDemonstrated proficiency at educating, communicating, and empathizing with patients, answering questions and concerns in a manner that is respectfulEmergency Classification: Non-Essential PersonnelTechnical/Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Proficient.Work Environment and Hazards: No hazardous conditions. Protected from weather conditions.Physical Requirements: Sedentary work – lifting 10lbs maximum*Malvern Treatment Centers provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.* #J-18808-Ljbffr Malvern Health