Posting No. BCI-2024-25 POST

POSITION: Recovery Counselor

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-Time (FT)

POSITION SUMMARY: This position will work with persons experiencing substance use disorders in a Detoxification (Detox) Unit. This position will be providing substance use group counseling, and psychosocial rehabilitation services to teach strategies for living substance free. This position will collaborate with the person served to develop a relapse prevention plan as part of a Recovery Oriented System of Care (ROSC) approach to recovery.

Persons served in this program experience a variety of social, and psychiatric needs, which are addressed through coordination with Bridgeway Center, Inc. (BCI) and other community service agencies. The applicant selected for this position must be comfortable working as a member of a treatment team and able to manage a therapeutic milieu.

The Detoxification (Detox) Unit is funded by revenue appropriated by the State of Florida and Okaloosa County. Employment is contingent upon continued funding of this program.

BCI is seeking applicants that love working with individuals learning to live substance-free lives. Join a dynamic and innovative team who are passionate about the welfare of persons experiencing substance use disorders. The Recovery Counselor uses evidenced-based service models and conducts screenings, assessments, and group sessions for persons experiencing substance use disorders. New associates receive training, mentoring, and coaching throughout the onboarding process.

A career with BCI as a Recovery Counselor is rewarding and fulfilling because you make a difference every day in the lives of the individuals served. We invite you to further explore this amazing opportunity by submitting your application today.

BENEFITS OFFERED: BCI offers competitive salary and benefits. Benefits include:

1. Eleven (11) Paid Holidays

2. 17 days per year of PTO

3. 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match

4. Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

5. Health Care / Dependent Care Reimbursement Program

6. Employer Paid $15,000.00 Life Insurance

7. Health Insurance

8. Teladoc

9. Vision / Dental Insurance

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related human service field. Experience working in direct behavioral health care services preferred. Spanish-speaking or Bilingual applicants are a plus, but not required.

Please include a resume with the application. Applicant must be able to pass an Agency for Healthcare Administration (AHCA) Medicaid and Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) Level II background check, drug screen, and a Tuberculosis (TB) test. Applicant must be at least twenty-one (21) years old and have a valid Florida Driver’s License with no more than three (3) points on their driving record to be insured under BCI’s automobile insurance policy.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provide psychosocial rehabilitation groups.

2. Provide Substance Use groups.

3. Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings and communicate appropriately with referral sources and community partners.

4. Conduct transition and discharge planning

5. Provide individuals with linkages to other supportive social services.

6. Maintain appropriate and accurate documentation within the Electronic Health Record (EHR)

WORK LOCATION: Fort Walton Beach (FWB)

WORK HOURS: 3 - 12 Hour Shifts7:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m. and 1 - 4 Hour Shift – Rotating every 3rd weekend / Rotating Holidays

WAGE: The wage for this position is $22.00 per hour.

APPLICANTS WHO DO NOT MEET MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

ALL APPLICANTS ARE SUBJECT TO DRUG TESTING.

REPLY TO:

Bridgeway Center, Inc. (BCI)

Human Resources (HR) Department

850.200.0094

205 Shell Ave. SE – Building A, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548

Posted By: (HR)

BRIDGEWAY CENTER, INC. (BCI) IS A DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE AND

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Psychiatry

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• In-person
• Outpatient

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person