Counselor Technician

3 days ago

Pikeville, United States WESTCARE INC Full time
Job Details

Job Location
Pikeville - 173 Redale - Pikeville, KY

Position Type
Part Time

Education Level
High School

Salary Range
$12.50 - $12.50 Hourly

Travel Percentage
Up to 25%

Job Shift
Any

Job Category
Nonprofit - Social Services

Description

Position Summary:

The Counselor Technician supervises and provides daily support to assigned program participants. This position is tasked with ensuring the safety of all program participants and ensuring compliance with WestCare policies and procedures. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.

Essential Job Functions:
  • Supervises program participants under the direction of the Program Director or designee, reporting unusual changes as they occur;
  • Facilitates mentoring, discipline, safety, and observation of participants;
  • Utilizes approved crisis intervention techniques to assist with de-escalation of situations, ensuring program participant, staff, and visitor safety;
  • Implements the behavioral/level system where applicable;
  • Assists with the initial assessment and receiving of new program participants;
  • Participates in 24/7 coverage by working a flexible schedule, properly tracking hours worked, and consistently arriving to scheduled shifts on time;
  • Transports participants to school or medical appointments as required (if authorized);
  • Monitors participant whereabouts to be sure they remain on WestCare property, or have appropriate paperwork needed to leave WestCare property;
  • Assists in the implementation of recreational activities for program participants, participating where appropriate;
  • Ensures the facility is kept clean and in working order;
  • Ensures participant medication is processed upon admission and given on time, in accordance with WestCare procedures;
  • Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation;
  • Performs any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Certifications/Licensures:
  • Relevant certification and/or licensure ispreferred; preference will be given to certified candidates;
  • Valid drivers license and the ability to obtain and maintain WestCares vehicle insurance is required.

Education:
  • Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or other field related to the position is preferred;
  • High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Experience and Competencies:
  • One (1) year of experience in a comparable position is required;
  • Two (2) or more years working in a behavioral health environment is preferred;
  • Experience working with individuals struggling with substance abuse and mental health disorders preferred;
  • Ability to form and maintain effective, professional, and positive relationships with staff, volunteers, and program participants required;
  • Ability to work well, both individually and as part of a team required;
  • Adherence to the highest standards of ethical conduct required;
  • Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion required;
  • Ability to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor required;
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills required;

Working Conditions:
  • Work is primarily performed in an office or emergency shelter setting;
  • Occasional outdoor work and travel between multiple locations may be required;
  • Regular and prompt attendance is required throughout employment.
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