Counselor – Male Program Position Available In Duval, Florida

Counselor – Male Program City Rescue Mission – 3.0 Jacksonville, FL Job Details Full-time From $41,000 a year 17 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Christian counseling Applied behavior analysis Addiction counseling Doctoral degree Writing skills English Mid-level Master’s degree High school diploma or GED Driver’s License Bachelor’s degree Doctor of Philosophy Mental health counseling Organizational skills Associate’s degree Care plans Counseling Certification Medical terminology Communication skills Behavioral therapy Under 1 year Time management Behavioral health Full Job Description Wholesome Christian environment. Get paid to do good in your community. Provides individual and group counseling in relation to substance abuse recovery for the re-entry into the family and community maintaining sobriety and self-sufficient lifestyle.

Responsibilities:

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this position. You may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description. 1. Provide spiritual guidance, based on the integration of faith and practice, as basic counseling tool combined with tools used in a grace-based environment with an emphasis on Choice Theory. 2. Perform individual counseling, group counseling and classroom facilitation that address life controlling issues, with specialization in substance abuse, co-dependency, relapse prevention, and relational issues. 3. Perform assessments to identify all problem areas and refer educational, legal, medical and social issues to the appropriate staff members. 4. Complete and maintain mandatory trainings. 5. Participate in the therapeutic community, by using cognitive behavioral treatment modality in programming. 6. Ensure all performance measures are met on caseload. 7. Ensure files are maintained in accordance with program standards. 8. Ensure bio-psycho-social assessment are completed within required timeframes. 9. Ensure all Counseling Activities and Therapeutic Activities are met within the required timeframes. 10. Ensure appropriate discharge and after-care plans are completed. 11. Ensure proper management and oversight of program participants funds to include program fees and savings. 12. Work in collaboration with other social service staff to ensure all program objectives are met. 13. Supervise, evaluate and report program participants progress and provide recommendations for advancement or placement in the program. 14. Assists with administering drug tests, searches and station duties as needed and when requested by supervisors. 15. Perform all other tasks as requested, i.e., speak in behalf of the Mission at different events; attend student events such as the Christmas Party and Graduations.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in any of the social sciences, and six months of professional experience in chemical addiction and/or mental health counseling; or
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in any area of study, and one year of professional experience in chemical addiction and/or mental health counseling; or
• Ph.D. from an accredited college or university in chemical addiction and/or mental health counseling; or
• a Ph.D. from an accredited college or university in any area of study, and six months of professional experience in chemical addiction and/or mental health counseling; or
• an Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university, and four years of professional experience in chemical addiction and/or mental health counseling; or a high school diploma/GED, and six years of professional experience in chemical addiction and/or mental health counseling.

And Two years’ experience in a licensed substance abuse therapeutic community treatment program

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of group dynamics, with the ability to provide competent treatment as evidenced by previous job placement and educational experience.
• Knowledge of effective and efficient methods for organizing and maintaining records.
• Ability to apply discretion and independent judgment when addressing and resolving substance abuse matters.
• Ability to maintain the security of confidential records.
• Ability to render competent casework service.
• Ability to plan, develop and coordinate meetings for clients.
• Ability to maintain the trust and confidence of the Program Supervisor/Director.
• Ability and willingness to be involved in the Twelve Step program is strongly encouraged.
• Ability to comprehend procedures for maintaining case files within contract compliance.
• Ability to work flexible hours if needed.

Character Qualifications:

1. Must be able to share faith-based perspective on pertinent human conditions. 2. Must maintain an exemplary Christian lifestyle. 3. Must be able to perform duties with minimal supervision. 4. Must be an organized team player 5. Must have excellent listening and counseling skills and oral and written communication skills. 6. Must lead with a servant’s heart.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk moderate distances, sit and stand; use hands to finger, handle, type; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk; see and hear.

Work Environment:

Constant office environment.

Benefits:

All Full-time and Part-Time Associates receive paid vacation and sick time along with company matched 401K. Full-time Associates receive a comprehensive Benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability.

Learn More About Us:

City Rescue Mission has been serving the homeless and needy in Northeast Florida since 1946. The original vision of offering “soup, soap and salvation” to alcoholics has evolved into a privately funded nonprofit organization whose mission is to rebuild the lives of the homeless and needy through life building programs and the love and compassion of Jesus Christ. City Rescue Mission, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) corporation that provides food, clothing, shelter, emergency services and residential recovery programs to homeless men, women, and women with children. City Rescue Mission does not accept government funding. Financial support of the Mission comes from donations made generously by concerned individuals, churches, businesses, civic organizations, and foundations. CRM Thrift Store serves the community by offering affordable, quality, merchandise as a Christian ministry to the general public. The revenue generated through the sale of donated items is used to support the ongoing work of the City Rescue Mission in providing food, shelter and services to the hungry, homeless and addicted in Northeast Florida. www.crmjax.

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Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $41,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

Addiction Medicine Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Application Question(s): Are you comfortable monitoring and supporting an exclusively male homeless dorm population including performing observed drug urinalysis testing? How did you hear about our posting? If one of our valued employees referred you, please list their name here. What are your salary requirements?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

chemical addiction professional counseling: 1 year (Required) mental health professional counseling: 1 year (Required) substance abuse therapeutic community treatment program: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

English (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver’s License (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Jacksonville, FL 32254 (Required)

Work Location:

In person