What are the responsibilities and job description for the Counselor III Needed at Established Philly Health Center position at Greater Philadelphia Health Action?
As our community evolves, so does the need for compassionate care. If your position was recently impacted, Greater Philadelphia Health Action, Inc., invites you to continue your mission of service with us.
GPHA offers GREAT PAY, Performance BONUSES, Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and LTD Insurance. We also offer 401k with a very lucrative company match, Employee Assistance and Self-Care, and Professional Activity, Educational, and Tuition Reimbursements, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick, Paid Personal Days, Paid Educational Days, Holiday Pay, Loan Forgiveness, and Free Malpractice Insurance.
We are presently seeking full-time Counselor IIIs in our Behavioral Healthcare Division.
This position will perform a wide variety of tasks designed to effect the lasting rehabilitation of patients engaging in our mental health, substance abuse, and co-occurring programs. These tasks include, but are not limited to:
· Completion of intake assessments, individual counseling, group work and support of ancillary activities.
· Development of individualized treatment plans consistent with licensing and regulatory agencies’ guidelines.
· Maintenance of accurate, comprehensive, and timely documentation of service activities, interaction with client, and client progress.
· Collaboration with members of client’s treatment team, family, and personnel of other community agencies actively involved with client to coordinate treatment efforts.
· Participation in educational meetings and trainings related to alcohol abuse and mental illness treatment.
· Participation in quality assessment and improvement activities to develop and expand the efficiency and quality of Behavioral Healthcare Services.
Must have a Master’s degree in Human Services field or related field and two (2) years of experience in substance abuse or related field. Psychology and one year of counseling experience preferred. Local candidates only please.
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Email resumes to asimpson@gphainc.org
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