Counselor

The Counselor is responsible for all intake, assessment, treatment planning, and progress note documentation for each client assigned to their caseload. Counselors work collaboratively with the Clinical Director and Program Director to provide the most clinically appropriate addiction and mental health services to match client level of motivation and preference for ongoing recovery. Responsibilities 1. Supervise and monitor the health and safety of clients in the program. 2. Responsible for maintaining the staffing ratio as assigned by the Program Manager; (remaining on-site as directed by supervisor). 3. Attending and participating in weekly clinical and staff meetings. 4. Complete new client intake assessments and additional intake paperwork as assigned. 5. Collaboratively develop client treatment plans for an assigned caseload and oversee implementation through utilization of motivational techniques. 6. Develop and implement aftercare plans in collaboration with team members. 7. Responsible for monitoring assigned caseload participation in activities, groups, program structure, etc. through documentation review and communication with team members. 8. Monitor assigned caseload for changes that warrant clinical and medical interventions. 9. Participation in client treatment meetings 10. Facilitate and monitor progress through motivational phases 11. Facilitate clinical treatment groups as assigned utilizing approved curriculum and other best practice standards. 12. Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation for clients in distress, including overdose prevention. 13. Oversee electronic health record for each client on the assigned caseload, including assisting with quality assurance reviews and audits. 14. Participate in your performance evaluation with the Clinical Director. 15. Assist in oversight of Recovery Specialist, direct care, or interns when on shift, in the absence of program supervisors. 16. Assist in day-to-day operations of the program as needed 17. Have knowledge and understanding of BSAS regulations and Riverbend Policy and Procedure manuals. 18. Responsible for the immediate notification of safety/health/legal issues happening in the program (client or programmatic), including completing an Internal or Critical Incident Report form. 19. Responsible for timely calling out to the identified supervisor due to the inability to cover the shift. 20. Responsible for completing and authorizing weekly timesheets with your signature to accurately reflect hours worked on shift. 21. In times of need for program staff ratio, may be mandated by an on-call administrator to work beyond scheduled hours of shift. 22. Other duties as assigned. Core Competencies ? Attention to Detail Ensures accuracy documentation. Working knowledge of MS Word & Excel and Electronic Health Records. ? Accountability Takes ownership for compliance and safety regulations. ? Collaboration Works effectively with multidisciplinary team members. ? Communication Provides clear, respectful, and professional communication to staff and residents. ? Integrity & Confidentiality Upholds ethical standards and protects sensitive information. ? Excellent professional boundaries Physical demands ? Must be able to sit or stand for an extended period. ? Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Qualifications ? Bachelor's Degree Required. ? Minimum 1-2 years of experience in SUD/MH field, health services, or residential programming. ? Knowledge of state and federal regulations. ? Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. ? Ability to communicate effectively with staff, residents, families, pharmacies, and providers. ? Basic computer skills and knowledge of electronic health records. ? Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA standards. ? Maintain CPR & Narcan Administration Certification ?