Counselor - Behavioral Health Specialist

2 days ago

Monroe, Louisiana, United States Behavioral Health Group Full time
Job Title: CounselorJob Summary:

Behavioral Health Group (BHG) is seeking a skilled Counselor to join our team. As a Counselor, you will play a vital role in assisting patients in achieving their social, educational, and occupational goals. You will provide emotional and physical support to patients, helping them prepare for and adjust to a drug-free life.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct regular counseling sessions and group sessions as required.
  • Orient patients to treatment program operations and procedures.
  • Collect and assess social, educational, economic, and vocational information.
  • Develop and revise patient treatment plans, maintaining comprehensive records.
  • Make appropriate referrals and perform necessary follow-ups.
  • Assist in implementing new programs and advise on caseload management.
  • Provide in-service training to staff and hold a basic understanding of addiction.
  • Conduct intake/readmission services and provide supportive follow-up counseling.
  • Provide crisis intervention and inter-agency documentation.
  • Coordinate care with community providers as needed.
  • Participate in and provide in-service training required by federal, state, local, and accrediting agencies.
  • Attend conferences, meetings, and training programs.
  • Schedule and attend regular in-service training.
  • Perform OBOT services and report any work-related issues immediately.
  • Other duties as assigned by the supervisory team.
  • Comply with all federal, state, and local regulatory agency requirements.
  • Adhere to accrediting agency standards.
  • Participate in community and public relations activities as assigned.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
Requirements:
  • As per the requirements for your state, individuals with human service-related (Masters or Bachelors) degrees and current counseling credentials should apply.
  • Experience in behavioral health preferred, not required.
  • The ideal candidate will embody the following characteristics and possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:
    • Ability to make decisions and use proper judgment with confidential and sensitive issues.
    • Ability to deal appropriately with patient and team members in stressful or other undesirable situations and to seek direction from supervisors when necessary.
    • Must be able to react quickly and make effective decisions.
    • Ability to demonstrate sufficient knowledge and understanding of human behavior to show potential for rehabilitating drug-dependent patients.
    • Knowledge of the substance abuse population, treatment planning, and the field of human social services to work toward the rehabilitation of the patient community.
    • Compliance with federal and state regulations regarding certification, licensure, and degree.
Why Join BHG?

At BHG, we thrive on the greatness of our people. Join us and become part of a community that values excellence, integrity, and making a real difference in the lives of others.

BHG is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.

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