Mental Health Counselor - (Lpc, Lcsw, Lmsw) - Full Time - Tyler, Tx

Cenikor is a non-profit organization and one of the largest substance use treatment centers in the nation. We are currently hiring for a Mental Health Counselor at our Tyler, Tx location. 

Cenikor’s Value Proposition – What’s In It for You?:

• PURPOSE in your work – service to others, giving back to your community, helping to save lives, being fulfilled at work.
• COMPETITIVE PAY, BENEFITS, PAID TIME OFF, $2k - $4k TUITION REIMBURSEMENT, up to 10% 401K and BONUSES – we hire and reward high performers.
• STABILITY and GROWTH – more than 55 years in business – our strong financial processes support our drive to serve more people and ensure stability for our team members.
• CONTINUOUS LEARNING and PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT – we are committed to developing our leaders in their desired career path and promoting from within. We have Cenikor Career Pathways Program that you can join after 90 days of employment. We also have an annual leadership development program with assigned mentors to help you achieve your professional goals.
• The work we do isn’t easy. If you like to work hard, to serve others and to have FUN with your team while achieving goals, Cenikor will be the right place for you!

JOB SUMMARY:

Provide services, including substance abuse, Mental Health, family, and grief counseling, to veterans, dependents of veterans, and surviving spouses seeking addiction treatment services. Ensure each client develops the skills necessary to live a life free from substance dependence.

SCHEDULE: Tuesday - Saturday 11a - 8p

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Work with a diverse group of clients, including veterans, dependents of veterans, and surviving spouses, to develop and implement an individualized, written treatment plan.
2. Provide individual counseling services to each client as scheduled.
3. Conduct chemical dependency counseling sessions, group sessions and educational sessions as scheduled. 
4. Ensure documentation in the clinical record is legible and complies with documentation standards.
5. Communicate with Program Director any issues relating to client complaints and concerns.
6. Complete monthly grant reports accurately and submit per schedule.
7. Maintain compliance with federal and state regulatory standards as well as policies and procedures.
8. Maintain strict confidentiality on all client and foundation matters and refer questionable issues to supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION:

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Experienced and/or knowledgeable in providing education and therapeutic counseling (individual and group formats) for adults and adolescents.
• Knowledgeable of therapeutic community philosophy and best practices of outpatient counseling.
• Experienced and capable of identifying appropriate resources for client development and providing substance abuse counseling.
• Possesses good oral and written communication skills.
• Capable of discerning facts from opinions and remaining objective when listening to conflicting opinions.
• Experienced in working with diverse population.
• Possesses good time management skills needed to meet aggressive deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Patience, perseverance, and resilience in a challenging environment.
• Presents a professional, positive image.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software required, including MS Outlook calendar.
• Ability to consistently uphold the Core Principles of Cenikor’s Culture:
• Demonstrate mission of service to our clients

Education:

• Master's degree preferred. 

Experience:

• Two (2) years of substance abuse treatment experience preferred.
• Experience with electronic health record system preferred.

Licensure Required:

• LPC, LCSW or LMSW

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
• DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

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