Counselor, Mental Health, Healthcare

Job Description:

Job Title:

Counselor

Location:

St. Peters, MO

Department:
Recovery Services

Employment Type:

Full Time

Job Summary:

As a Counselor, you will be responsible for assisting individuals with mental health and/or substance use disorder(s) in accordance with their treatment plan to improve their ability to perform tasks in their daily living and educational/working environments.

The Counselor position offers...

* Paid Time Off - 29 days per year including vacation & holiday pay (for full-time employees)

* All-Inclusive Employee Benefits Package - A robust employee benefits package encompassing health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, wellness program, and more

* Telemedicine - 24/7 phone, web, or mobile app medical, behavioral health, & dermatology visits with copays as low as $15 if enrolled in health benefits

* Employee Assistance Program - 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost

* Premier Training - Encompassing initial immersive onboarding, continuous skill enhancement, comprehensive curricula, and a supportive learning atmosphere

* Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement

Key Responsibilities:

* Complete intake/screening/assessment process within appropriate time frames as designated by state regulatory/accrediting body/agency standards.

* Develop treatment plans for clients in accordance with state regulatory/accrediting body guidelines that demonstrate individualization and evolution based on information gathered from assessment.

* Complete correspondence in a timely fashion.

* Participate in clinical staffing/treatment team meetings providing feedback on pertinent cases.

* Adhere to weekly Collaborative Service Goal (CSG) expectations/service provision model.

* Document all services provided in accordance with state regulatory/accrediting body/agency standards.

* Ensure that services are entered within the appropriate time frame, appropriate format, note refer to treatment plans, etc.

* Correct any file/charting deficiencies within the appropriate time frame.

* Assist clients through the transition process and complete final correspondence such as transition summary, plan, letter, etc.

* Other duties as assigned by the Clinical Supervisor, Program Director, Vice President, or the Executive Team members.

Education and/or Experience

Qualifications:

* Missouri:

* Master's or bachelor's degree (non-licensed) in a human services field, and/or certified/credentialed to provide services within scope of practice

* Hold the credentials of a Qualified Addiction Professional as defined by the Missouri Credentialing Board, Inc. (MCB)

* Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC)

* Certified Reciprocal Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CRADC)

* Certified Reciprocal Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CRAADC)

* Certified Criminal Justice Addictions Professional (CCJP)

* Registered Alcohol Drug Counselor-Provisional (RADC-P)

* Registered Alcohol Drug Counselor (RADC)

* Co-occurring Disorder Professional (CCDP)

* Co-occurring Disorders Professional Diplomate (CDPD-D); OR

* Hold the credentials of a Qualified Mental Health Professional as defined by the Missouri Credentialing Board, Inc. (MCB)

* Individual with a master's or bachelor's degree in a human services field (non-licensed) and/or is certified/credentialing to provide services within their scope of practice.

* Individuals must be willing to become credentialed in additional states, other than the state currently licensed in.

* Individuals must be willing and comfortable with providing telehealth services to the individuals we serve.

Employment Requirements:

* Successful completion of background check including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint check.

* Completion of New Hire Orientation at the beginning of employment.

* All training requirements including Relias at the beginning of employment and annually thereafter.

* Current driver's license in state of residency, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance.

* First Aid certification within three (3) months of beginning employment and upon renewal date.

* Obtain CPR certification within three (3) months of beginning employment and upon renewal date.

* Behavioral Management training completed within thirty (30) days of employment or first available class after start date:

* CPI for Residential programs

* Peaceful Intervention or Verbal De-escalation for Outpatient programs

* Achievement of fifty (50) hour training requirement annually (Missouri Only)

* Growth and Development form (CPRC only) within thirty (30) days of employment.

* Privileging and Credentialing form (CPRC only) within thirty (30) days of employment.

* Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and regulations of the program to which the associate is assigned.

* Provide a copy of applicable certifications/licenses.

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