Job Summary:

Become part of a dynamic team that makes a real difference in the lives of those overcoming mental health and substance use challenges.

We seek compassionate individuals with a passion for promoting recovery and empowering clients to reach their full potential. Join our mission of providing life-changing support and guiding individuals towards a brighter future.

As a Counselor/Associate Counselor, you will play a vital role in assisting individuals with mental health and/or substance use disorders to improve their daily living and working abilities.

Under the close supervision of a Qualified Addiction Professional, you will collaborate with clients to develop individualized treatment plans, facilitate counseling sessions, and provide comprehensive support throughout their recovery journey.

Potosi, Missouri, offers a warm and welcoming community where you can truly make a difference.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant local culture, enjoy the natural beauty, and be part of a close-knit team dedicated to serving those in need.

The Counselor/Associate Counselor position offers a range of benefits, including:

• A robust full-time employee benefits package encompassing health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, wellness program, and more
• Telemedicine services for convenient access to medical, behavioral health, and dermatology visits
• An Employee Assistance Program providing 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, and financial consultation
• Paid Time Off, including vacation and holiday pay
• A workplace culture that cultivates employee wellbeing, values each individual's humanity, and promotes healthy, joyful workforce engagement

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in client screening/assessment processes under licensed/qualified counselor supervision
• Develop individualized treatment plans aligned with regulatory guidelines
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation of services provided
• Facilitate group counseling, family conferences, and individual sessions
• Assist clients in transitioning through the recovery process
• Complete required training and professional development
• Foster positive relationships with clients, referral sources, and colleagues
• Manage crisis situations and notify supervisors as per policies

Experience and Education Qualifications:

• A trainee that meets the requirements for registration, supervision, and professional development as set forth by either the Missouri Credentialing Board, Inc. or the appropriate board of professional registration with the Department of Economic Development for licensure as a psychologist, professional counselor, or social worker

Additional Qualifications:

• Successful completion of background check, including criminal record, driving record, and abuse/neglect
• Obtain driver's license in state of residency
• Willingness to become licensed in additional states and provide telehealth services
• First Aid and CPR certification within 3 months of employment
• Completion of required training (e.g., New Hire Orientation, Relias Learning, Behavioral Management)

Keywords:

Counselor, Associate Counselor, Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Recovery, Treatment Planning, Group Counseling, Case Management, Telehealth

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, and 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.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences.

If you are passionate about empowering your local communities and promoting health equity, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization that is committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expressions, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.

Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.