Per Diem EAP Counselor Position Available In Capitol Planning Region, Connecticut

Per Diem EAP Counselor Advanced Behavioral Health (ABH®) – 3.0

Hartford, CT Job Details Part-time Estimated:

$48.4K – $59.9K a year 16 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Employee assistance program Life insurance Qualifications Crisis intervention Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Addiction counseling Microsoft Access Microsoft Outlook Management Mid-level Microsoft Office Master’s degree Child & family counseling 2 years Communication skills Full Job Description Responsible for serving multiple EAP contracts including the clinical, training, and promotional aspects of the program. This position will represent ABH® and its services in a positive and professional manner and adhere to ABH’s best practices, guidelines, policies and procedures as established, promoting ABH as a leader in behavioral healthcare in all interactions and work.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide clinical assessment and diagnosis for a wide range of issues presented by employees and family members; Provide brief problem solving, supporting and motivational counseling; Provide appropriate referral coordinated with medical insurance, clinical and financial needs; Develop referral resources for a wide range of employee needs, including cultural and ethnic; Follow up in a timely manner ranging from one follow-up call to ongoing case monitoring for treatment compliance for more severe cases, such as chemical dependency, psychiatric and fitness for duty; If requested, conduct supervisor training sessions to meet specific needs of the organization; Deliver services to managers and supervisors on handling troubled employees; Provide consultation services to managers and supervisors on handling troubled employees; If requested, provide employee education sessions on a wide variety of topics; Conduct groups with employees to cope with change, loss and trauma and provide critical incident response; Maintains confidentiality of all client protected health information and adheres to all HIPAA related to policies and procedures; Demonstrates ethical behavior and cultural sensitivity in all activities involving individuals of diverse backgrounds; Performs other tasks/responsibilities as required to support the business operations.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Clinical Master’s Degree along with 2 years of experience (clinical) with broad range of patients including Psychiatric, Substance Abuse, Marriage and Family; Two years specific EAP experience and training in substance abuse, crisis intervention, DSM criteria and Marriage and Family Therapy is preferred; Experience conducting employee workshops and management trainings is preferred; CEAP or CEAP eligibility within one year is preferred; Critical Incident Stress Management Training and/or certification or eligibility within one year is preferred; Attends annual Conflict of Interest training.

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Abilities:

Demonstrated broad knowledge of mental health and substance abuse diagnosis and treatment and the role of the consultant in bringing about organizational change; Diagnosis and referral of individuals with substance abuse and/or emotional problems; Group facilitation and training skills; Strong attention to detail; ability to work on multiple tasks and meet deadlines; Excellent PC skills with demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office Package (MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, Outlook); internet; Strong written and verbal communication skills required. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.