What are the responsibilities and job description for the Counselor Outpatient position at Diakon?
Diakon Behavioral Health Services offers a range of counseling and behavioral services to children, teens, families and adult individuals. Services are provided through counseling centers in Mechanicsburg, Lewisburg, Montoursville, Williamsport, within several public-school buildings, Kennett Square, and Chester County. Specialized programs include family-based mental health services, provided in the community and in-home, addiction counseling, trauma-focused therapy and SPIN, a service designed to assist children and youths who have problematic sexual behaviors.
- Responsible for providing clinical services to individuals, couples, families, and groups.
- Coordinates case management on all assigned cases.
- Conducts individual, couple, family, and/or group therapy sessions.
Education/Training:
Outpatient Mental Health Education and Training: A bachelor’s degree from a college or university that is accredited in a recognized clinical discipline.
Outpatient Drug & Alcohol Education and Training: A BA or BS degree in psychology, counseling, sociology, or a related field of study required. CADC preferred, CADC eligible; proof of active efforts toward completion of the certificate required.
Diakon offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Day 1 Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
- Tuition Assistance – up to $15,000 annually
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Voluntary short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Life insurance
- Referral bonuses of up to $3,000.
Staff receive excellent training through a comprehensive paid general orientation including customer service training. We offer continuing training and education, provide the ability for career advancement, and host staff appreciation and special events. Diakon also maintains a discretionary emergency fund, which can be of assistance to staff members during critical times. In addition, Diakon offers a Love of Thy Neighbor Fund, which provides a per-day living expense and matches up to five PTO days for approved service or mission trips with other nonprofit organizations.
Location: DCFCM · Behavioral Health Services Upper Susq
Schedule: Part Time, Varied