Counselor

VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA - Texas Are you looking for a job that makes a difference? Do you have a passion for helping others? We may be the right organization for you: VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA TEXAS. License Required: LCDC/ LCDC Interns welcome to apply! Compensation: Starting salary of $40,000 annually , with an increase to $48,000 annually upon successful completion of all licensing requirements and attainment of full licensure . Job Type: Full Time Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday. (Must be willing to work Saturdays from 8am to 4pm.) Why You’ll Love Working With VOA-Texas Reliable hours: We will provide a dependable schedule you can count on. Career advancement: Our variety of programs allows for many opportunities for growth and development. Opportunities range from administrative positions, service coordinators, property management and more! Benefits: Our wide range of benefits include healthcare plans, a retirement plan, education assistance program, employee discounts, paid time off, plus more! Day-To-Day Conducts initial intake screening and assessment to determine individual treatment needs from clients seeking substance use treatment as required per program. Conducts orientation for individuals referred to the program. Creates individual treatment plans based on assessment findings, reviews/revises as client progresses. Provides clients with individual and group counseling and case management services, as related to their ongoing needs using approved curricula. Maintains up-to-date client record documentation including filing all clinical documentation per requirements of law. Prepares periodic reports on client status and activities as required by funding agencies. Monitors and notifies Director of potential psychological crises with individual clients that may affect the operation of the program or the facility, or may necessitate further intervention. Maintains documentation of treatment in CMBHS or other electronic record-keeping, and other client files as required by funding sources. Qualifications Must hold a current LCDC license or be actively pursuing licensure as an LCDC Intern. Bachelor’s Degree in social work or related field is preferred. Valid Texas Drivers License, clear MVR and ability to be insured EEO Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. If you want to view the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal poster, please choose your language: English - Spanish - Arabic - Chinese English - Spanish - Chinese If you want to view the Pay Transparency Policy Statement, please click the link: English This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. #J-18808-Ljbffr