Associate Counselor

Job Description

Job Title: Associate Counselor

Location: Poplar Bluff, Missouri

Department: Recovery Services

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

The Associate Counselor position is an exciting opportunity for those passionate about mental health and substance use disorder treatment. Join our dedicated team at Recovery Services to make a real difference in individuals' lives, helping them improve their daily functioning and work environments.

You’ll have the chance to work under the close supervision of a Qualified Addiction Professional, gaining valuable experience while supporting clients through their recovery journey. Ideal candidates will be compassionate, have a strong desire to help others, and have the ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.

In this role, you will assist individuals in accordance with their treatment plans, contributing to the improvement of their mental health and/or substance use disorders. You will develop treatment plans, participate in clinical meetings, and provide essential documentation, all while supporting clients through their recovery process. This role is designed to provide ample learning and professional growth opportunities for individuals starting their careers in the addiction treatment field.

This position offers….

• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance , & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
• Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel
• Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition
• Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce.
• Additional Perks & Benefits - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the screening and assessment process under the supervision of a licensed/qualified counselor or therapist.
• Develop treatment plans for clients based on assessment data, under supervision.
• Participate in clinical staffing and team meetings, offering feedback on pertinent cases.
• Adhere to Collaborative Service Goal (CSG) expectations and provide direct services accordingly.
• Document services provided in accordance with regulatory standards, ensuring timely entries and proper references to treatment plans.
• Ensure that treatment plans and discharge summaries are reviewed and countersigned by a Qualified Addiction Professional.
• Assist with client transitions, completing necessary correspondence.
• Complete required annual training in compliance with ASAM standards.
• Maintain positive professional relationships with clients, referral sources, and coworkers.
• Handle crisis situations as they arise, notifying supervisors as required .
• Facilitate group counseling, education sessions, family conferences, and individual sessions.
• Demonstrate a commitment to both short-term and long-term company goals.

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or high school diploma/equivalent required .
• Must be a trainee meeting registration and supervision requirements as set by the Missouri Credentialing Board or the appropriate state board of professional registration.
• Must be supervised by a Qualified Addiction Professional who has completed MCB Clinical Supervision Training.

Additional Qualifications

• Must have a current driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and auto insurance.
• First Aid and CPR certifications required within three months of employment.
• Behavioral Management and Crisis Management training required within thirty (30) days of employment.
• Must complete the annual 50-hour training requirement (Missouri Only).

Physical Requirements

• Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, or pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, with occasional walking or standing.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

Keywords : Associate Counselor, Mental Health, Substance Use Disorder, Recovery Services, Telehealth, Counseling, Addiction Treatment, Clinical Supervision, Missouri, Illinois

• Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.

Brightli is on a Mission

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.