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River Edge Behavioral Health is Hiring a Group Counselor Near Macon, GA
Schedule: Monday- Friday 8:30a to 5:00p
- Competitive Pay
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 12 Paid Holidays
- 401k with an employer match
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short and Long-term disability coverage
- Life Insurance
- Employee Discount Program
- Under close supervision, provides psychosocial support necessary for coping with substance disorders and mental illnesses.
- Focuses on group dynamics and fosters a therapeutic environment by providing education, crisis management, skills-based training, and counseling services.
- Designs counseling and education services tailored to the unique needs of individuals served.
- Participates in substance abuse training and serves as a direct consultant to staff members, offering clear and meaningful feedback.
- Educates families and significant others on the addiction and recovery process, facilitating family support sessions as required.
- Conducts thorough assessments and screenings to monitor client progress and adjust treatment strategies as necessary.
- Maintains accurate and confidential documentation of client interactions, treatment plans, and progress notes in compliance with organizational standards and regulatory requirements.
- Conducts group therapy sessions focused on topics such as relapse prevention, coping skills, and interpersonal effectiveness.
- Stays informed of advancements in substance abuse treatment and integrates new knowledge and best practices into counseling approaches.
- Provides crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques in situations involving clients experiencing heightened emotional distress or behavioral crises.
- Conducts regular evaluations of program effectiveness and client satisfaction, incorporating feedback to enhance service delivery and outcomes.
- Master's degree in social service field (e.g., Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Human Services) or related field, such as counseling. (Required)
- License eligible in one of the following: LAPC, LMSW, LAMFT, LMFT, LPC, LCSW (Required)
- Fully Licensed in either - LAPC, LMSW, LAMFT, LMFT, LPC, LCSW) (Preferred)
- Demonstrate knowledge and expertise with the chronically mentally ill population.
- All applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug test.
- Provide 2 Professional reference Statements (Former employers only, no family members)
- Demonstrate expertise and knowledge in mental health and substance abuse services and community resources.
- Exemplify excellent communications skills, both verbal and written.
- Substance Abuse Counseling Techniques: Knowledge and application of evidence-based counseling techniques specific to substance use disorders, such as motivational interviewing, relapse prevention strategies, and harm reduction approaches.
- Crisis Intervention: Ability to effectively assess and manage crises, including suicidal ideation, substance overdose, or acute psychiatric symptoms.
- Group Facilitation: Skill in leading group therapy sessions, managing group dynamics, and facilitating discussions on relevant topics.
- Empathy: Ability to understand and share the feelings of clients, showing compassion and support without judgment.
- Active Listening: Skill in fully concentrating, understanding, responding, and remembering what clients are saying during counseling sessions.
- All qualified applicants will be considered.
- This position is subject to close once a satisfactory candidate pool has been identified.
- The hiring managers will contact only those selected for an interview.
- Applicants who are not selected will receive notification via email.
- Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email.
Job Summary
Full Time
Ambulatory Healthcare Services
$48k-60k (estimate)
04/06/2024
06/05/2024
river-edge.org
MILLEDGEVILLE, GA
200 - 500
1950
MARK PERRY
$10M - $50M
Ambulatory Healthcare Services
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About River Edge Behavioral Health
River Edge Behavioral Health offers a full continuum of mental health, substance abuse disorder, and intellectual disability support services throughout Georgia. With more than 700 dedicated, compassionate, and professional employees, River Edge makes life better for more than 10,000 Georgians annually.
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