POSITION: Counselor Assistant-Washington, PA Location

Drug & Alcohol-Multiple Part-Time Positions Available

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**COMPREHENSIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE (FOR ELIGIBLE EMPLOYEES) INCLUDING MEDICAL AND DENTAL**

**OPPORTUNITY FOR PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND ADVANCEMENT**

**TUITION DISCOUNTS WITH PARTICIPATING COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES**

Provides clinical assessments as well as outpatient psychotherapy including, but not limited to, individual, family, and group sessions under the direct observation or close supervision of a trained counselor, lead therapist of clinical supervisor. Assignment of a full caseload shall be contingent upon the supervisor’s positive assessment of the counselor assistant’s individual skill level.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conducts assessment and diagnostic services to develop a comprehensive treatment plan and related treatment recommendations.
• Develops and implements individualized treatment plans (under the supervision and guidance of a counselor, lead therapist or clinical supervisor), using but not limited to individual, group and family methodologies.
• Participates in treatment team meetings with all levels of psychiatric and clinical staff, both individually and in group supervision.
• Prepares, maintains, and submits all assigned case records, charts, reports, forms and other required documentation in a professional and timely manner.
• Initiates appropriate Intra and Inter Agency contact to facilitate the care of the individuals that are served.
• Other duties as required
• Adheres to all policies, laws, regulations and codes of ethics and confidentiality as outlined by federal and state laws, and agency policies and procedures as outlined by federal and state laws, as well as agency policies and procedures.

• Master’s or bachelor’s degree in human services, licensure in the Commonwealth as a registered nurse, associate degree in human services, a high school diploma or GED equivalent in accordance with the Department of Drug & Alcohol Program (DDAP) regulations.
• Demonstrated ability or willingness to obtain credential of Certified Addiction Counselor and/or status of Counselor
• Assigned a full caseload based upon the supervisor’s positive assessment of the individual skill level and continued under observation of supervision of a trained counselor or clinical supervisor.
• Demonstrated ability to obtain vital information during a personal interview to make proper recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal staff, providers, and other social service agencies.
• Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal health care program.
• Must successfully obtain Criminal History Clearance from the Pennsylvania State Police, Child Abuse Clearance from the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, and FBI Fingerprint Clearance.
• Ability to transport oneself in an insured vehicle in the performance of essential functions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

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