What are the responsibilities and job description for the Primary Counselor position at ZUMBRO VALLEY HEALTH CENTER INC?
Job Details
Description
We are seeking a full-time Primary Counselor to work in our 24-hour Residential Treatment program. The Primary Counselor is responsible for coordinating resident's care by completing the individual treatment plan, functional assessment, LOCUS, interpretive summary, treatment reviews, and weekly 1:1 counseling session. The primary counselor shares responsibility for treatment and psycho-educational groups.
Responsibilities
- Maintain knowledge of community resources and the different housing programs offered by Zumbro Valley.
- Complete paperwork within the state variance guidelines and other necessary documentation as needed.
- Lead 30 and 60-day Treatment Team meetings.
- Attend scheduled staff meetings, in-service training, clinical and administrative meetings as indicated.
- Assist with the development of policies and procedures. Keep clinical records and client information up to date.
- Provide case management activities when requested by other community providers.
- Provide individual support to residents as needed. Assess residents for abuse or neglect by self or others on an ongoing basis.
- Assist with screenings, referrals, and assessments of appropriate client intakes as directed.
- Oversee and facilitate treatment and educational groups.
- Provide 1:1 counseling session with assigned residents a minimum of one time per week.
- Model effective social skills when engaged in activities with IRTS residents in the community.
- Assist and advocate for resident needs as appropriate.
Qualifications
Requirements and Qualifications
- A bachelor's degree in behavioral sciences is required.
- Master's degree in behavioral sciences preferred.
- Must meet Mental Health Practitioner qualifications in the State of MN.
- Must have two years of experience in providing services to adults with severe mental illness and/or chemical dependency.
- Must understand the characteristics and needs of adults with a severe mental illness and/or co-occurring dual diagnosis.
Why Zumbro Valley Health Center?
Since 1966, Zumbro Valley Health Center has been serving our community as a non-profit organization. We serve the twelve-county region of Southeast MN and have over 240 employees. We are one of the few providers in the state, to provide such an integrative and comprehensive care to all children, adults, and families. In order to provide an integrative approach, we offer a wide variety of services including Outpatient Psychotherapy and Substance Use, Inpatient Residential Treatment, Withdrawal Management and Detoxification, Housing, Skills – Based Training and Targeted Case Management for adults and children, and more.
Pay: $56,800 - $70,000 per year. Compensation is based on years of experience.
Benefits Package
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Licensure Fee Reimbursement
• Continuing Education Units
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Employer Match
• Pet Insurance
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Parking & Employee Discounts
Zumbro Valley Health Center is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage all applicants to apply.
Salary : $56,800 - $70,000
