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BRANDYWINE COUNSELING & COMMUNITY SERVICES INC

Assessment Counselor

Pay: $43,680/yr

Posted: 7 weeks ago

Location: Wilmington, DE (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/17/2026

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What they do

A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.

$39,454 / year median in Delaware

+19% projected growth

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Job Description

Description:

Brandywine Counseling and Community Services and seeking an Assessment Counselor for our Probation and Parole program! Substance Use Disorder Assessment Counselor Brandywine Counseling & Community Services, Inc. (BCCS) is a welcoming and innovative organization that contributes to stronger communities and enhancing quality of life by creatively providing Education, Advocacy, Treatment, Early Intervention, and Prevention services. With integrity, we promote hope and empowerment to persons and families touched by mental health, substance use, HIV and multiple occurring diagnoses, and their related challenges. The Assessor's primary responsibilities include: Conduct TCU Assessments and Mental Health evaluations. Facilitate TCU groups. Provide progress updates and provide referrals to treatment. Will be trained in utilizing the evidence-based screening and assessment instruments developed by the TCU Institute of Behavioral Research (TCU-IBR). Will utilize the following evidenced based practices: Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Trauma-Informed Care. Is responsible for making appropriate recommendations and referrals to one of three paths. Is responsible for communicating assessment recommendation with probationers' Probation Officers within five (5) business days. Will receive training in TMEC and utilized the practice in its P&P group-based education and treatment course.

Requirements:

Qualifications

REQUIRED

: Bachelors in behavioral science or related field

REQUIRED

: 2 years' experience in Substance Abuse/Addiction and/or Mental Health

REQUIRED

: Must be eligible for DOC clearance

REQUIRED

: Valid Driver's License w/ 2

Points or Less Schedule:

Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Pay:

From $21/hour Commensurate with experience, education, and certification The compensation package for this position includes: Group medical, dental, and vision coverage with low employee costs 34 paid days off annually Tuition reimbursement A retirement plan with a company match of up to 4%! Brandywine Counseling is a qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) No weekends! Opportunity for advancement