Description Berks Counseling Center is excited to be a team-based organization where every client has an entire team of care. If you enjoy being a team player in a helping profession, we invite you to explore our job opportunities. Berks Counseling Center is a recovery-oriented behavioral health, physical health, and supportive services organization providing a holistic approach to a culturally and economically diverse population for the purpose of achieving a healthy and productive lifestyle. Berks Counseling Center is growing our Forensic Program at the Berks County Jail System (BCJS) and is hiring for three positions supporting incarcerated individuals with co-occurring disorders through treatment, counseling, and peer recovery support during incarceration and reentry into the community. Below are the needs for each position.

Summary of job:

As a Forensic Counselor - Bilingual , you will provide screening and assessment and out-patient services to inmates housed at the Berks County Jail System. You Will… Provided screening and assessment of inmates. Provide individual, group, and family counseling as appropriate to inmates. Effectively complete all required clinical documentation related to outpatient treatment standards in an efficient and up-to-date manner. Work collaboratively with BCC and BCJS staff, this includes working with the care coordinator of the Jail Project. To qualify for the position, you will need… Bachelor's degree in a related social service field

Be Bilingual:

English/Spanish required. Ability to work 40 hours per week within agency hours of operation, which are 8am-8pm Mon-Thurs, 8am-4pm Friday with Saturday hours, when applicable. Preferred candidates will … One (1) year direct substance abuse counseling experience (or relevant internship) Master's degree preferred CAC preferred Summary of job: As a Forensic Certified Peer Recovery Specialist , you will be an active member of the integrated care team. You will use your own unique experiences to mentor, teach, and support incarcerated individuals with building skills and resources to facilitate individual recovery, while at Berks County Jail System and as they are transitioning back into the community. You will… Assist incarcerated individuals in identifying appropriate treatment plan goals and action steps, during their incarceration and when they transition back into the community. Effectively assess consumers' skills, strengths, and needs that will support ongoing substance abuse recovery. Develop and/or have input into the professional development of a treatment plan that will promote recovery. Assist consumers in identifying Personal Medicine, writing Power Statements, and completion of the Common Ground Health Report. Assist consumers in overcoming barriers to care. Help identify resources and educate consumers about community social service supports that might be available. Facilitate peer-oriented skill development and education groups that promote consumer progress in jail and community. To qualify for the position, you will need…

A PCB Certified Recovery Specialist CRS:

Self-identified current or past consumer of substance abuse treatment services with at least two (2) years recovery. If you have a dual substance use disorder, you will need to be at least 2 years in recovery. A valid PA Driver's License and the ability to drive, travel, and provide community-oriented service. Ability to work 40 hours per week within agency hours of operation, which are 8am-8pm Mon-Thurs, 8am-4pm Friday with Saturday hours, when applicable. Preferred candidates will … Have a PCB Certified Peer Specialist certification.

If CPS:

To attest mental health diagnosis and stage of recovery.

Be Bilingual:

English/Spanish preferred. Have knowledge of drug and alcohol support programs including 12 step programs, drug and alcohol disorders and treatment, principles used towards achieving recovery, and Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT). Have knowledge of or experience with trauma-informed approaches preferred.

Summary of job:

As a Forensic Case Manager , you will accomplish clients care by assessing treatment and social service needs with particular focus on successful re-entry and follow-through with care in the community; developing, monitoring, and evaluating treatment plans and progress; and facilitating interdisciplinary approaches. This position provides case management to incarcerated individuals with co-occurring disorders transitioning to the community from Berks County Jail System. You will complete an assessment of the incarcerated individual's strengths and needs and work with the individual to complete an individualized strength- based service plan to guide them in overcoming barriers to recovery and towards independence and stability. You must be able to work with an integrated team and collaborate with behavioral health and medical departments to meet the needs of the individual and identify appropriate resources in the community to facilitate the individual's recovery. You will… Assist individuals with transition from Berks County Jail System, inpatient facility, including rehab facility to coordinate continuance with outpatient services. Complete a comprehensive assessment of incarcerated clients' skills, strengths, and needs to effectively determine clients' needs Complete intakes on new clients when needed and initiate all pertinent paperwork, including a review of client's rights and consent forms. 4Work cooperatively with clients and team to develop a unique service plan based on each client's skills, strengths, and needs. Encourage, support, and assist clients in meeting support plan goals. To qualify for the position, you will need… At least a High School Diploma or GED Two (2) years of experience in the social services field or related field required A valid PA Driver's License and the ability to drive, travel, and provide community-oriented services. Ability to work 40 hours per week within agency hours of operation, which are 8am-8pm Mon-Thurs, 8am-4pm Friday with Saturday hours, when applicable. CAAP, CAAC, CADC, or

CAADC OR

actively pursuing this certification during course of employment as evidenced by clinical supervision hours and completing required trainings. Preferred candidates will … Bachelor's degree in social services or related field Experience working with individuals with co-occurring disorders

Be Bilingual:

English/Spanish preferred. Knowledge of 12

Step Program and Community Resources Physical Requirements:

SEEING:

Must be able to see well enough to read reports and use computer.

HEARING:

Must be able to hear well enough to communicate to clients, vendors, and coworkers.

MOBILITY

Must have mobility to move about the jail, agency and the community.

LIFTING/PULLING/PUSHING

Must be able to lift up to 5 pounds.

OTHER:

Must be able to write, type, and use technology. By joining BCC full time, you can receive the following perks: Salary comparable to experience/education Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits Free Virtual Urgent Care (Telemedicine) and Virtual Mental Health Services for you and your family Additional voluntary insurance options 403(b) with agency match after 12 months of service 15 days of Paid time off 2 floating holidays per calendar year 2 wellness days per calendar year 10 full paid holidays per calendar year Free parking Tuition Reimbursement or Student Loan Assistance Paid Licenses and Certifications, if they are relevant to BCC and the work you do Free supervision for licensure and certifications All offers of employment are contingent upon the following : 1. Receipt of results of a satisfactory drug and alcohol screening test. 2. Receipt of the originals of the following background checks: PA State Police Criminal History, PA State Child Abuse, and DPW FBI Criminal History. These clearances must be valid within the 60 months prior to employment. A conviction is not a bar to employment; however, a review will be conducted to make a determination of employment should a conviction be present. 3. Receipt of original documentation and verification of relevant degrees, diplomas, certificates, or licensure. 4. Confirmation that you are not on the OIG Federal Healthcare Program Exclusion from Participation list. Should you appear on this list, Berks Counseling Center is prohibited from employing you. 5. This position may require you to operate BCC's company car or transport clients, so you must provide a 10-Year Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and a valid Driver's License

CONTACT INFO

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Pay:

$44,815.68 - $54,159.76 per year

Benefits:

403(b) Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person