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Counselor

Counselor

Aegis Treatment CentersSanta Maria, CA, US
Full-time
Pinnacle’s Voice : A Tale of Transformation & Recovery.I found myself like a lot of people in a position I never thought I would be in. I needed help bad… It all started with a call&...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Licensed Mental Health Counselor : LCSW / LMFT

Licensed Mental Health Counselor : LCSW / LMFT

CA SBC North Branch JailSanta Maria, CA
Full-time
Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved.Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture. Excellent career growth opportunities.Join us and find a career that suppo...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
LCSW LPC LMFT - Per Diem - Behavioral Health Counselor - Evernorth - Santa Ana CA

LCSW LPC LMFT - Per Diem - Behavioral Health Counselor - Evernorth - Santa Ana CA

The Cigna GroupOrange County, CA
Full-time
Please note this is a full time Per Diem role, with potential to be hired full time in the future for this role or for other new positions. The Onsite Behavioral Health Counselor is responsible for ...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
COUNSELOR, SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF

COUNSELOR, SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF

Department of Education-School for the Deaf-FremontAlameda County, US
Full-time +2
Works with students individually and in groups; teaches, tutors, supervises, disciplines, advises, consults and counsels. assists students in developing skills that will promote their independent l...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Residential Counselor - Mental Health 128

Residential Counselor - Mental Health 128

Telecare CorporationSanta Maria, CA, United States
Full-time
They made it easier for me to live, breathe, eat, and stay clean.Without them, I'd be waiting somewhere, waiting for someone to give me a chance to live. What You Will Do to Change Lives.The Residen...Show moreLast updated: 29 days ago
Counselor

Counselor

Pinnacle Treatment CentersSanta Maria, CA , US
Full-time
Pinnacle’s Voice : A Tale of Transformation & Recovery.I found myself like a lot of people in a position I never thought I would be in. I needed help bad… It all started with a call… one of the easie...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
PART TIME POOL - COUNSELOR (UMOJA)

PART TIME POOL - COUNSELOR (UMOJA)

Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College DistrictSan Diego County
Part-time
Transforming lives through learning isn’t just the vision of the Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District.It happens every day with our 30,000 students who take the first step in their higher ...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Residential Counselor - Mental Health 128

Residential Counselor - Mental Health 128

TelecareSanta Maria, CA , US
Full-time
They made it easier for me to live, breathe, eat, and stay clean.Without them, I’d be waiting somewhere, waiting for someone to give me a chance to live. What You Will Do to Change Lives.The Residen...Show moreLast updated: 29 days ago
Licensed Professional Counselor

Licensed Professional Counselor

WellpathSanta Maria, California, United States
Full-time
Quick Apply
As a Licensed Mental Health Professional working in a correctional facility, your responsibilities include conducting intake evaluations, providing therapeutic interventions and suicide prevention ...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
SENIOR ADMISSIONS AND RECORDS SPECIALIST (RPSTC)

SENIOR ADMISSIONS AND RECORDS SPECIALIST (RPSTC)

Victor Valley CollegeCA, US
Full-time
FIRST DATE OF REVIEW IS SCHEDULED FOR JULY 23, 2024 • •.THIS POSITION IS ASSIGNED TO THE REGIONAL PUBLIC SAFETY TRAINING CENTER (RPSTC). THIS POSITION IS A FULL-TIME, (12) MONTH, $73,428.RANGE 29 OF T...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
SENIOR VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR, QUALIFIED REHABILITATION PROFESSIONAL

SENIOR VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR, QUALIFIED REHABILITATION PROFESSIONAL

Department of RehabilitationContra Costa County, US
Full-time +2
This position is located in the city ofConcord.Under the direction of the Team Manager, Staff Services Manager I, a Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor, Qualified Rehabilitation Professional...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Counselor

Counselor

Aegis Treatment CentersSanta Maria, CA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
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Job Description

Job Description

Counselor

Pinnacle’s Voice : A Tale of Transformation & Recovery

I found myself like a lot of people in a position I never thought I would be in. I needed help bad… It all started with a call… one of the easiest and hardest things I’ve ever done. Every day I wake up and think how good it feels and how lucky I am to have found this place.”

  • Patient, Pinnacle Treatment Centers

About Us : Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a leading provider of comprehensive addiction treatment services, committed to transforming lives through compassionate care. Our approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, focusing on the holistic well-being of our patients, and treating our teammates with the same level of individualized compassion and empathy. We believe in providing a supportive and inclusive environment for both our patients and our dedicated team of professionals. Pinnacle transforms the lives of more than 35,000 individuals daily resulting in a network of care spanning across the country.

Position Overview : As a Counselor, you will play a crucial role in the recovery journey of our patients. Pinnacle’s unique approach combines compassionate care with innovative treatment methods to address the diverse needs of individuals seeking help for substance use disorders. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of those we serve.

Teammate Appreciation Benefits : At Pinnacle Treatment Centers, we value our teammates and offer a variety of benefits to support their personal and professional growth.

1. Variable Pay Structure : Competitive compensation based on experience, education, and licensure.

2. Defined Career Pathing : Clear advancement opportunities through our Counselor Tier Program, designed to reward achievement in education, licensure, and credentials.

3. Bonus Incentives : Recognizing and rewarding quality patient care with monthly performance-based bonuses.

4. STAR LRP Eligibility : 90% of our facilities are eligible for the Student Loan Repayment Program. This federal program selects applicants to forgive 100% of their student loans.

5. Continuing Education : Free access to over 600 CEU courses to enhance your skills and knowledge.

6. Paid Time Off : 18 days of PTO, sick leave, and 8 paid holidays to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

7. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives : Be part of a workforce that reflects the diversity of our patient population.

8. Free Clinical Supervision : Available based on licensure and availability to support your professional growth.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Provides orientation to new patients to the programs’ rules, policies, procedures, and patients' rights.
  • Conduct Intakes, Discharge Planning, Initial Assessments, and Initial Treatment Plans professionally and within time guidelines as required by applicable federal and state regulation, CARF guidelines and Pinnacle Policies.
  • Involve patients in the assessment, treatment planning, and intervention aspects of treatment, which provides the patient with a sense of entitlement to their own recovery.
  • Administer the biopsychosocial assessment, which evaluates all areas of patients' lives, including their addictions, medical and mental health history, socioeconomics, legal, etc. at intake and on an ongoing basis.
  • Recognize and utilize patients’ Strengths, Needs, Ability, and Preferences (SNAP), to develop and implement individualized Treatment Plans that effectively help patients to meet their short & long-term goals.
  • Determine the clinical necessity of counseling services based on the clinical assessment and evaluation of the patients.
  • Monitor closely, and document any change of circumstances with the patients, especially as it relates to matters that may affect their recovery, identifying and addressing relapse indicators to promote relapse prevention interventions in an early stage.
  • Comply with and implement the Medical Q.A (Quality Assurance) and Clinical Risk Management Policies, including :
  • Evaluate the patients for any high-risk conditions (e.g., liver failure, pregnancy, overdose, bipolar, schizophrenia, etc.), which may endanger the patient (suicidal) or other parties (homicidal).

  • Administer the BAM-R, C-SSRS, GAD-7, and PHQ-9 screening tools to determine the severity of the patient's mental / emotional status.
  • Evaluate the risk factors concerning each such case, considering the appropriateness of, and professionalism in treating such individuals in an OTP in comparison to treatment in a residential facility or other treatment modalities.
  • Review and ask about other practitioners' involvement in the treatment of these high-risk conditions. Recommend immediate referral to such a specialist in case of need. Request the patient sign a waiver for release of information which will allow communication with the other practitioner in case of need (e.g., deterioration of the patient’s condition).
  • Flag high-risk patients to the Medical Directors, Physician Extenders, and Regional Clinical Leadership (RCL) and highlight the conditions concerned.
  • Refer such patients to the Medical Directors, Physician Extenders or RCLs (Regional Clinical Leadership) based on the urgency, utilizing the informal Referral Policy or the scheduled Treatment Team / Case Conference session.
  • Review physician notes, following the Medical Directors or Physician Extenders’ session with the patient, verifying that they noted and addressed the high-risk factor, or otherwise bring it immediately to the attention of the supervising counselor, as well as the clinic manager, until the matter’s proper and professional handling by the physician or physician extender.
  • Advise, in writing, other staff members (including the clinic manager, supervising counselor, dispensing nurse and front office) of high-risk patients and their condition. Maintain and circulate minutes from treatment team / case conference sessions to the other staff members.
  • Provide professional counseling and referral services by :
  • Addressing patients’ clinical and special needs by maintaining referrals to specialized (“second tier”) services rendered by physicians, physician extenders and counselors within Aegis, as well as referrals to Keys to Recovery (or other twelve-step) support groups, and other community resources (e.g., agencies and practitioners outside of Aegis), acting as a liaison to these agencies, as necessary.

  • Providing individual and group counseling as clinically necessary, to address the problem issues identified in the Initial Assessment and Treatment Plans. The counseling service will include protocols for the treatment of Relapse Prevention, Peer Pressure, Anger Management, Domestic Violence, Parenting, Family Preservation, Vocational Rehabilitation, etc.
  • Utilizing advanced counseling techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, etc.
  • Scheduling regular counseling sessions with patients; issue patient appointment cards and record scheduled or rescheduled sessions in EHR scheduler.
  • Documenting counseling entries, including signature and date, as required by applicable federal and state regulations, CARF guidelines and Pinnacle policies.
  • Engaging in Community Relations and Outreach efforts.
  • Attending all recommended training including Physician Training of Counselors, RCL training, and case conferences with the program physicians and physician assistants.
  • Collecting research data when requested.
  • Observing the collection of patients’ urine samples when required
  • Attend team meetings and complete all training courses timely as required.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Qualifications :

    Counselor I : $20 / hour to $22 / hour

  • Possess an associate degree in a relevant field or a majority of approved counselor certification courses, license, or certification necessary to provide counseling services to our patient population. Kern County requires a bachelor's degree or 75% of required counselor certification courses)
  • Possess counselor registration / certification by a “Certifying Organization : recognized by the Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs. Proof of registration is required immediately once employed with a California Alcohol and Drug Program certifying body. Employees must be registered prior to providing any counseling services per the DHCS (Department of Health Care Services).
  • 0 -2 years of experience
  • Counselor II : $22 / hour to $25 / hour

  • Possess an associate degree in a relevant field or a majority of approved counselor certification courses, license, or certification necessary to provide counseling services to our patient population. Kern County requires a bachelor's degree or 75% of required counselor certification courses)
  • Possess counselor registration / certification by a “Certifying Organization : recognized by the Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs. Proof of registration is required immediately once employed with a California Alcohol and Drug Program certifying body. Employees must be registered prior to providing any counseling services per the DHCS (Department of Health Care Services).
  • 2-5 years of experience OR Master level
  • Counselor III : $25 / hour to $28 / hour (Certified) & $28 / hour - $31 / hour (Licensed)

  • Degrees must include being licensed, licensed eligible, or certified. Clinical skills must be effective in complex cases. Along with the below :
  • Possess certification as an Alcohol and Other Drug Counselor with a CA approved certification agency or current credentials as licensed or license-eligible with the Board of Behavioral Sciences or the Board of Psychology. If license-eligible, must maintain the Board’s requirements to be able to practice including receiving the necessary amount of clinical supervision by a Board approved supervisor.
  • Proof of licensure or certification by a State approved regulatory agency is required immediately once employed. Employees must be credentialed prior to providing any counseling services per the DHCS (Department of Health Care Services).
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