Work First Counselor - Lcas/A, Lcsw/A, Lcmhc/A - Flexible Schedule

Work First Counselor - Full Time

Join a supportive team who values Compassion, Excellence, Collaboration, Inclusion, Hope, & Authenticity!

This position is responsible for facilitating appropriate substance use and mental health services to Work First Benefit applicants and recipients, and individuals convicted of Class H or I Controlled Substance Felonies who are applying for Work First assistance and/or food stamps. A primary function of this role entails completing client assessments to assess for appropriate care.

Pay

Starting at $22.00 - $25.00 per hour, based on licensure and experience.

Schedule

Flexible, 40 hours per week.

Option to work remote.

Preferably located in the Triangle, as must be available to visit Oak City Care Tuesdays 10a-1p and Wake County (NC) DSS office on an occasional basis.

Benefits

Being a part of a non-profit behavioral health organization has some unique benefits, along with our incredible health insurance options. Working here at SouthLight, you will be able to make a difference in people's lives every day, and know that you are a part of inspiring positive change in your community.

Full-time employees are eligible for medical benefits the first of the month 30 days after hire date. Options for a standard plan and an HSA plan with a $300 initial contribution and up to a $25 per paycheck match. 10 paid holidays and PTO hours which accrue at a rate of 10 hours per month. After 6 months employees are eligible to enroll in our 401(k) plan which has a 4% match. Company paid life insurance, short and long term disability, in house and paid training opportunities, and additional pay for working holidays. SouthLight is also an approved employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

We are excited to offer an additional benefit of Clinical Supervision Reimbursement. We will provide a monthly reimbursement of up to $200 (full-time) or $100 (part-time) to each associate level clinician electing this benefit for no more than 2 years, or until licensure is completed, whichever is first. Licensures eligible to receive this benefit include LCSWA, LCMHCA, LMFTA, LPA, LCASA, and CADC.

Job Responsibilities of a Work First Counselor

• Provide assessment of mental health and substance use for Work First (WF) and Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) and Class H & I consumers.
• Refer for treatment when assessment indicates.
• Provide consultation and training to Work First staff on substance use recognition, screening and referral procedures.
• Develop and implement early intervention strategies in conjunction with Work First caseworkers.
• Provide assessment of Child Protective Services (CPS) referrals as needed.
• Collect and monitor outcome data on the provision of consumer services and generate monthly reports accordingly.
• Follow up with providers regarding client participation and compliance.
• Participate in quarterly conference calls for the WF/FNS/CPS Substance Use Initiative.
• Serve as liaison with other programs and agencies in the coordination of consumer care or connection with community resources.
• Provide monthly psychoeducation groups to WF consumers participating in the Jobs & Community Workforce Solutions (CWS) activities.
• Provide orientation to the WF/SA Initiative for WF clients and case consultation with DSS staff.

Qualifications of a Work First Counselor

Educational and Experience

• Minimum Master's degree in a Human Services field
  Meets the requirements specified for a QP status

Licensure/Certifications

• Currently licensed to practice clinically (LCAS, LMFT, LCMHC, LCSW - LCAS preferred)
  OR
• Will become fully licensed (provisionally licensed at date of hire) within 2 years of hire.

About SouthLight Healthcare

Tap into your passion at SouthLight Healthcare. Build your career in an environment where your voice, passion and work matters every day. At the core of SouthLight is a commitment to our values, our employees and clients. We strive to be an organization where every colleague can contribute and excel. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to building a culture that values diversity and inclusion. SouthLight offers competitive opportunities and a robust benefits package.

Founded in 1970, SouthLight Healthcare is one of the area's largest and long-established nonprofit providers of substance use treatment and mental health services. With outpatient and community-based programs, SouthLight provides prevention, education and treatment services in the Triangle and beyond. SouthLight has multiple office locations throughout the Triangle area, serving more than 9,000 clients each year. Services include adult outpatient counseling, Intensive Outpatient Program, Psychiatric Services and Medication Management, Opioid Treatment Program, Court Deferral Program, Peer Support Services, Family Centered Treatment, Community Support Team and a residential treatment program for women and children and more.

We agree not to discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex. Employment offers are contingent upon a satisfactory pre-employment drug screen. Professional references will be checked and criminal, abuse, driving, and fraud background reports will be obtained. Unsatisfactory results of any of these reports may result in SouthLight withdrawing the offer.