What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substance Use Counselor position at Cove Forge Behavioral Health Center?
Overview
$2,500 Sign-On Bonus for Full-Time!
Salary: Starting at $19.00/Hr dependant upon experience
If you’re passionate about helping others reclaim their lives and you’re looking for a workplace that invests in you, Cove Forge is ready to welcome you. We’re seeking a dedicated Substance Use Disorder Counselor to join our dynamic clinical team. Here, your work truly matters—you’ll be part of an organization that provides life‑changing support to individuals in our community.
About Us
In its 30 years of service, Cove Forge has become one of the leading behavioral health treatment centers in Pennsylvania. The men and women who come to our center receive quality care that emphasizes the unique needs of every individual. Located in the mountains of the Williamsburg countryside, Cove Forge strives to help our clients find lifelong sobriety.
Disorders We Treat
Addiction and co-occurring mental health disorder treatment at Cove Forge Behavioral Health
At Cove Forge, men and women receive treatment for chemical dependencies, including:
- Alcohol Addiction
- Heroin Addiction
- Cocaine Addiction
- Meth Addiction
- Opioid Addiction
- Marijuana Abuse
- Synthetic Marijuana Abuse
We also provide treatment for co-occurring mental health disorders. Every individual at our center works with both a chemical dependency counselor and a mental health counselor to ensure appropriate interventions are made at every level to address his or her concerns.
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Conduct individual, group or family counseling sessions as scheduled and document as required.
- Facilitate assigned group or family sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors.
- Responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessment for patient.
- Prepare individual treatment plan for each assigned patient.
- Evaluate the needs of the patient and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed.
- Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents are completed timely and in a clear concise manner.
- Provide crisis intervention to patient as needed.
- Plan for aftercare for assigned patient.
- Act as a liaison with insurance carriers as requested.
- Provide case management duties for patient, ensuring individualized quality care.
- May assist in the training of new clinical staff and interns, providing direction and clinical guidance.
- Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
- Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree in social or health services field required and four or more years’ experience in counseling field required OR; Bachelor's degree in other field required
- Six or more years’ experience in the counseling field required OR;
- Master's degree in social or health services field required and
- Two or more years’ experience in the counseling field. Degree must be from an accredited college or university.
LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:
- Licensure or certification for counseling, as required by the state in which the facility operates.
- CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
- First aid may be required based on state or facility.
ADDITIONAL REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS:
Completion of ongoing education and training, as required by the state in which the facility operates and applicable accrediting body.
While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.
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