Endeavor Health Services is seeking a compassionate and skilled Behavioral Health Counselor to join our dedicated team in providing exceptional mental health support and counseling services. In this vital role, you will have the opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of individuals and families navigating the complexities of behavioral health challenges. Your expertise will be instrumental in creating a supportive and healing environment for our clients as they journey towards wellness and resilience. If you are committed to fostering positive change and empowering others through your professional counseling practice, we invite you to apply for this rewarding position.

This is a full-time position at our clinic located at 564 Niagara St within Urban Family Practice! Candidates must have an interest in working with a diverse population of adults and children with mental health and/or substance abuse issues. Monday - Friday with one evening per week. 

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for utilizing ongoing clinical supervision and the Counselor functions as a member of the Clinical Treatment Team providing direct service to individuals in both group and individual therapy settings, as well as:

• Conducting pre-admission screenings to determine appropriate level of care for the individual based on information gathered and knowledge of agency/community resources
• Gathering information for completing appropriate strength-based treatment planning, involving both the individual and their treatment team
• Pursuing continuing education to develop skills necessary to effectively treatment high-risk populations
• Participating in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings and communicating appropriately with referral sources
• Conducting discharge planning and making follow-up contacts as necessary
• Providing clients with linkages to other supportive services as identified
• Maintaining appropriate and accurate documentation within the clinical record
• Maintaining cultural sensitivity and competence with respect to agency consumers and their families, as well as other employees and referral sources
• Responsibility for ensuring compliance with all agency policies, procedures and governmental regulations including, but not limited to HIPAA

Qualifications

• Must possess a Master’s Degree from a recognized college or university in a mental health or social work related field and be eligible for license within 18 months of hire (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT etc.)
• One year of direct service, post-graduate, experience preferred, but not require
• Demonstrates a knowledge base upon which they can provide direct clinical service and advisement
• Able to speak and understand Spanish preferred

We offer competitive salaries and an array of employee benefits, including medical, dental, company paid vision, company paid life, AD&D, and Long Term Disability, voluntary life, AD&D, and Short Term Disability, 401 (K) retirement savings plan with company contribution, 10 paid holiday, generous paid vacation, paid sick time, and an Employee Assistance Program. 

Salary starting at $48,000 - $60,000/year depending on education, credential and experience. 

Endeavor Health Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities with which we work in partnership.