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Diakon

Counselor Outpatient

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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.

$35,042 / year median in Pennsylvania

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

Diakon Behavioral Health Services offers a range of counseling and behavioral services to children, teens, families and adult individuals. Services are provided through counseling centers in Mechanicsburg, Lewisburg, Montoursville, Williamsport, within several public-school buildings, Kennett Square, and Chester County. Specialized programs include family-based mental health services, provided in the community and in-home, addiction counseling, trauma-focused therapy and SPIN, a service designed to assist children and youths who have problematic sexual behaviors.
General Responsibilities:
Responsible for providing clinical services to individuals, couples, families, and groups. Coordinates case management on all assigned cases. Conducts individual, couple, family, and/or group therapy sessions.
Education/Training:
Outpatient Mental Health Education and Training:
A bachelor's degree from a college or university that is accredited in a recognized clinical discipline.
Outpatient Drug & Alcohol Education and Training:
A BA or BS degree in psychology, counseling, sociology, or a related field of study required. CADC preferred, CADC eligible; proof of active efforts toward completion of the certificate required.
Experience:
A minimum of two (2) years' supervised clinical experience in an outpatient setting preferred.
ADA:
Ability to sit, stand, bend, stoop, reach, and lift items weighing up to 25 lbs.; visual and auditory skills.
Compensation and Benefits:
Diakon offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Day 1 Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage. Tuition Assistance - up to $15,000 annually Paid Time Off 401(k) plan with employer match Voluntary short-term disability Long-term disability Life insurance Referral bonuses of up to $3,000 . Staff receive excellent training through a comprehensive paid general orientation including customer service training. We offer continuing training and education, provide the ability for career advancement, and host staff appreciation and special events. Diakon also maintains a discretionary emergency fund , which can be of assistance to staff members during critical times. In addition, Diakon offers a Love of Thy Neighbor Fund , which provides a per-day living expense and matches up to five PTO days for approved service or mission trips with other nonprofit organizations. Diakon is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/VETS/Disabled