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CCA, Inc.
EAP Onsite Counselor
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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.
$39,819 / year median in New Jersey
+17% projected growth
Job Description
EAP counselor Job Summary EAP counselors work virtually and also onsite at local client companies. Their main function is to serve individual clients and their families, who are eligible for the service based on a contract with their employer. The position is part of the Clinical Department at CCA, reporting to the Clinical Management Team.
Counseling Responsibilities include:
Conducting comprehensive bio-psychosocial clinical assessments both on the telephone and in person. Providing crisis assessment and intervention services related to harm to self or others, on the telephone, on site in-person at client organizations, and at CCA. Providing in-person, short-term, solution focused counseling to both individuals and couples. Conducting presentations and trainings at client organizations related to wellness, skill building, and EAP orientations. Providing comprehensive case management and referrals to specialized services such as substance abuse treatment, psychiatry, and on-going psychotherapy. Providing consultation to Human Resources and organizational managers about employee workplace performance issues and behavioral concerns.Job Requirements:
- Must have an active license to practice clinical counseling in the state of New York.
Acceptable Licenses are as follows:
LMHC, LMSW, LCSW, LMFT, or Licensed Psychologist. Limited permits and/or other certifications without an active clinical license will not be considered- Professional mental health and/or substance abuse experience.
- EAP experience preferred.
- Effective communication on the phone, on virtual platforms, in person, and in writing.
- Ability to present to groups effectively.
- Where required, ability to perform the above responsibilities on a virtual platform Benefits Full suite of medical, dental, 401K, and ancillary benefits.