Mental Health Counselor
The Addictions Care Center of Albany
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The Mental Health Counselor supports stabilization and rehabilitation for clients in a residential program, coordinating with medical staff, Residence Program Managers, and agency staff. The role provides individual and group counseling, monitors client well-being and safety, and participates in case conferences, meetings, trainings, audits, and special projects. Candidates must meet OASAS and other agency qualifications and have counseling experience in the alcoholism and substance abuse field.
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Assist with coordination and work cooperatively with the medical team and Residence Program Managers and agency staff in the stabilization and rehabilitation of clients in residential program. Candidate must meet all regulatory program qualifications as defined by the Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS) and other agencies. Duties and Responsibilities: * Participates in screening of clients, and observation of physical, mental, and emotional status of admitted clients. * Works cooperatively with the medical staff and Program Manager to meet the stabilization and rehabilitation treatment needs of each client. * Provides individual and group counseling sessions to men residents, this includes motivation, support and encouragement for client goals. * Attends and participates in all assigned meetings and committees. * Monitors clients for medical, mental health, safety and security issues following program procedure and protocols. * Assumes responsibility for managing and reporting incidents. * Participates in compliance audits and assist in various special projects as assigned by the medical team or Program Manager. * Participates in weekly Case Conferences and resident meetings including team meetings. Attends required staff meetings and trainings. * Calls local ambulance service, fire department, police, or CDPC, as needed. * Continues to seek and develop professional growth and activities. * Maintains a professional relationship with peers and other providers. * Performs other duties as assigned by Program Manager. Licenses, Certificates, or Registrations: NYS Mental Health Counselor Certificate (LMHC, LMSW), Q.H.P. or provisional QHP with supervision required. A CPR/AED certification is a plus. Education Requirements: Master's Degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or other related field. A Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology or related field, or degree in substance abuse counseling with 3 year's work experience. Experience Requirements: Must have a minimum of three years counseling or related experience. Must have experience in the field of alcoholism and substance abuse.
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