BEHAVIORAL COUNSELOR

Job Description

Job Description

Hiring: Behavioral Counselor

Wage Salary: Without license ($53,444.38)/with license ($56,918.76)

Job Type: Full-time

Position Purpose

Provide clinical support to program participants in the areas of addiction and mental health in either a residential or outpatient program by providing therapeutic counseling services through insight and interventions. Maintain caseload, provide both group and individual counseling services as detailed by program standards. Ensure the program supports individual goals of program participants, and that the program’s recovery model is followed. Demonstrate regard for the dignity and respect of the clients and staff. Always display a caring and supportive attitude and represent the program in a positive manner. Maintain the confidentiality of all program participant information. Uphold the integrity of RHD values as outlined in the employee handbook.

Major Responsibilities

Therapy

• Partner with individuals to develop their recovery goals in relation to their medical, psychiatric and/or substance abuse disorders.
• Conduct individual and group counseling sessions.
• Assist in program participants' aftercare planning and follow-up.

Caseload management

• Evaluate residents’ progress and report to funders/referral sources as requested through authorization/re-authorization reviews.
• Participate actively in clinical case conferences as a member of the individual’s support team.
• Maintain active caseload including engaging individuals in ongoing treatment.
• Maintain tracking system for treatment plans, and other required documents to meet program funder guidelines and program goals.
• Participate in clinical group meetings regarding ongoing treatment goals, progress and discharge as needed.

Administrative

• Enter documentation into electronic medical records in accordance with agency guidelines.
• Maintain an up-to-date scheduling calendar.
• Other duties assigned

Job Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field.
• Certified Substance Abuse Specialist preferred (not required)
• A minimum of two years of experience working with individuals with co-occurring disorders.
• Working knowledge of computer business software and electronic health care record programs.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Network Conditions

Network Functions

Equipment/Machines:

Physical Demands

• Adheres to OSHA, HIPAA, and agency safety policies.
• Attends and leads required trainings and meetings.
• Maintains professional conduct and documentation standards.
• Operates in accordance with RHD’s mission, values, and Code of Ethics.
• Bloodborne Pathogens, Right To Know, Security Acts, Fire & Safety

• VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS

Current driver’s license, driver registration and a functional vehicle

• Proficient use of computers, mobile devices, and agency software.
• Business use of company equipment including telephone, vehicle, and remote work tools.

☒ Sedentary: exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to left, carry, push, pull or move objects (including self). Most work involves sitting majority of the time.

☐ Light: exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. The use of arm and/or leg control requires force greater than sedentary, but worker still sits majority of time.

☒ Medium: exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.

☐ Heavy: exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

• Stand or Sit (stationary position)

• Walk

• Use hands or fingers to handle or feel (operate, activate, prepare, inspect, position)

• Climb (stairs/ladders)

• Talk/Hear (communicate, converse, convey, express/exchange information)

• See (detect, identify, recognize, inspect, assess)

• Pushing or Pulling

• Repetitive Motion

• Reaching (high or low)

• Kneel, Stoop, Crouch or Crawl (position self, move)

Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organizations stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterment.

Apis Services, Inc. and affiliate’s provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.