COUNSELOR

HIRING: Counselor

Location: West River Haven | 185 Old Ferry Road | Brattleboro, VT 05301

We are looking for a Counselor to join our Team at West River Haven.  

Shift: 3:00pm – 11:00pm or 7:00am - 3:00pm (will vary)

Salary: $55,000

About the Role:

This position provides a full range of case management services to youth with mental health issues by supporting the facility with referral course communication, after-care planning, and securing pertinent clinical information to present with requests for funding authorizations.

Essential Functions:

• Completes admission and assessment documentation.
• Verifies eligibility for Manage Care and Medical Assistance benefits and works closely with appropriate agencies.
• Has oversight of invitations and mailings to referral sources and families.
• Participates in and documents case consultations including treatment reviews, red flag meetings, and administrative reviews.
• Assists in documenting court reports, psychiatric evaluations, and discharge summaries.
• Maintains regular contact and communicates effectively with parents, case workers, advocates, and members of the client’s treatment team.
• Facilitates group counseling sessions in accordance with the clients’ individualized treatment plan.
• Interacts meaningfully with clients; observes behavior and intervene appropriately.
• Assists and participates with the development and implementation of client’s treatment plans.
• Supports the Abraxas Philosophy, Mission Statement, and promotes the Seven Key Principles of care.
• Demonstrates appropriate use of Safe Crisis Management (SCM) and provides effective supervision to staff regarding the use of SCM.

Minimum Requirements

• The following educational requirements are acceptable for this classification including:
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program required; degree in an area of human services preferred.
• Other Qualifications:
  • At least twenty-one (21) years of age.
  • Criminal clearances (Specific State & child clearances and, FBI).
  • Non-communicable diseases physical exam.
  • Valid driver's license from employee’s state of residence.
  • Ability to work overtime as required.
  • Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

Who We Are:

Abraxas Youth & Family Services is a national nonprofit human services provider dedicated to Building Better Futures for at-risk youth, adults, and families. Our diversified array of services includes alternative education, outpatient counseling, in-home services, shelter, detention, residential treatment and re-entry/transition services.

Since 1973, Abraxas team members have positively impacted the lives of those we serve and the communities in which they live.

Why Should You Consider Abraxas?

• At Abraxas, we celebrate the richness of our diverse employees and the communities we serve. We are actively committed to building a culture of awareness and belonging, as we strive to ensure we are a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally competent organization.
• As we work to make a difference in people’s lives, we are dedicated to respect, equity, and the engagement of those we serve and our employees.
• As a provider of trauma-informed care, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey.
• Whether you’re looking to begin a rewarding career or you’re a seasoned professional wanting a new challenge, we have a place for you and opportunities for development at all levels.
• At Abraxas, everything we do centers around people. That is why we are committed to providing you with competitive pay and comprehensive benefit options that help make your life easier and healthier, with a focus on providing choice when it comes to physical, emotional and financial wellness. Our benefit options meet you where you are in your life and set you up for success both in and outside of work.
• If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others, come join us!

About Company: 

Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organizations stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterment.  

Apis Services, Inc. and affiliate’s provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.