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.
Valley Hope Association - 3.4 Leavenworth, KS Job Details 4 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Health savings account Paid holidays Loan repayment program Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Loan forgiveness Qualifications Substance abuse Full Job Description •This position is located in Atchison, KS•Residential Counselor /
Therapist :
Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm Here's why you should join our team: Average caseload of 10 patients Competitive wages and benefits Valley Hope of Atchison has an exciting opportunity for a Licensed Counselor to join our dedicated and passionate team! The successful candidate will hold have at least one of the following credentials in
Kansas :
LMAC, LCAC, LPC, LCPC, LMSW, LSCSW
Valley Hope of Atchison, located just northwest of Kansas City, has provided residential drug and alcohol addiction treatment services since 1972. Valley Hope restores lives affected by addiction and supports lifelong recovery. At Valley Hope, our mission comes to life through our core values of C haracter, C ompassion, and C ommitment. Are you ready to join an organization where you can make an extraordinary impact, conquering addiction one patient and family at a time? If so, Valley Hope welcomes you! Come join our team and see for yourself why we had the highest employment satisfaction score throughout all of Valley Hope!
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Master's degree in behavioral sciences, education or social work. License or credential to function as an alcohol and drug treatment counselor in the state of
Kansas:
LMAC, LCAC, LPC, LCPC, LMSW, LSCSW
One (1) year of behavioral healthcare clinical counseling or clinical case management work experience is required; Three (3) years preferred CPR/First Aid Certification
BENEFITS
Medical coverage — Valley Hope pays up to 85% of premiums Dental & vision plans at competitive rates Up to 27 days of PTO (based on position and tenure) 8 paid holidays (including a personal day) Paid parental leave 401(k) with employer match Tuition assistance to grow your career Student loan repayment support Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
HSA & FSA
options to manage healthcare costs Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for added support And more perks designed with you in mind!
JOB SUMMARY
Provides individual and group counseling, therapeutic intervention, and educational lectures to patients and family members. Develops, revises, and implements treatment plans. Performs face to face assessments. Develops patient progress reports and establishes follow-up care for patients and their families as needed. Provide clinical consultation to referral resources, mentors, family members, and others to help support patients in their recovery. Maintains and demonstrates a current working knowledge of applicable counseling procedures and substance abuse treatment in accordance with company policy and State and Federal guidelines. Collects and reviews referral information upon assignment of patients and consults with others as needed to support coordination of services. Records treatment activities and patient observations in patient records accurately and timely; Interacts and communicates with others (patients, co-workers, management, and vendors) in a professional and tactful manner including treating them with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
: Residential treatment facility setting; requires walking throughout the facility. #VHA1 Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
