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SUMMARY: The Counselor I, as part of an integrated care team, will provide therapeutic services to adults, children, adolescents and families as assigned by a designated QMHP or Clinical Supervisor. The Counselor I may be assigned to any agency program including, but not limited to: ACT, Crisis, Intensive Services, Outpatient, Jail Diversion, Wrap, Residential or Detox. Essential duties may vary per location/department/position.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assessments/Evaluations/Treatment planning as directed by QMHP
• Provide wraparound and/or case management
• Provide care coordination as needed
• Individual/group skills training including teaching/practicing life skills with clients and/or families according to client treatment plan
• Dual Diagnosis work
• Consultation/education
• Information/referral
• Community outreach
• Clinical record keeping and report writing
• Participate in agency meetings and training as required and/or assigned
• Collaborate with clinical team to target identified challenge areas in behavioral and social functioning and implement treatment plan as directed
• Liaison with other human service organizations
• Coverage, as needed, for other team members
• Medication distribution may be necessary
• Stay current on medication distribution training/certification as appropriate
• Transportation duties may be necessary
• Cooking, cleaning with clients as assigned and appropriate per location
• Other duties may be assigned as needed per location/department SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises no other’s in agency and is directly supervised by the Clinical Supervisor. All staff and programs are responsible to the Executive Director. EDUCATION and/or
EXPERIENCE: CADC 1; bachelor’s degree in social services field or combination of education/experience that qualifies as a QMHA preferred; History of working cooperatively in a team setting with at least two years relevant work experience preferred. HR/MHC I 2.2019
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS: Knowledge of human behavior, individuals diagnosed with mental illness/addiction issues; rehabilitation and recovery theories/practice. Abilities in skills training and psych-educational groups/classes; implementing evidence-based practices. Abilities to interact as a member of an interdisciplinary team and complete required documentation. Reliable transportation, current auto insurance and valid driver’s license and ability to meet agency’s insurance standards. MVR check required.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
• Candidates must be legally employable by a U.S. business
• CADC 1
WORK ENVIRONMENT: This job operates in a medical/office environment. Work with and operates phones, computers, fax machines, copiers, and other office equipmentOur company makes reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who are otherwise qualified to perform a job unless such accommodations would impose an undue business hardship. Please let us know if you need an accommodation to participate in the application process. Columbia Community Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. As such, all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and all will receive equal consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran/reserve/national guard, disability, or any other similarly protected status.
CCMH is a drug free workplace.
