Counselor

Channel your passion to motivate and empower those in substance abuse recovery in the Western Massachusetts community!

Join our team of competent and compassionate professionals as a Counselor in the Hope Center program at Behavioral Health Network!

Your experience, knowledge and great skills will support the Hope Center program with the following:

• Supporting the growth, independence, and safety of the individuals they serve.
• Providing care with respect, sensitivity and in a manner that preserves and protects client autonomy, dignity and rights.
• Overseeing and providing guidance and direct counseling.
• Overseeing the activities and services provided to individuals to ensure compliance.
• Developing individual treatment plans using knowledge of the range of addiction, dual diagnosis, medication assisted treatment issues, and aftercare planning, as well as the special needs, strengths and weaknesses of individuals served.
• Assisting individuals served toward individual needs regarding resolution of legal issues, medication compliance, and continuing care needs.
• Facilitating diverse psycho-educational groups for individuals served.
• Documenting comprehensive assessments regarding individuals served and their care in a timely fashion.
• Recognizing and reporting licensing, funding, safety, and maintenance concerns.
• Providing transportation, crisis intervention, and emergency services, when needed.

Counselors will grow through ongoing training and firsthand experience that will enhance their skills and provide additional employment opportunities.

Who are we?

At Behavioral Health Network’s Hope Center, we believe in the unique strengths, skills, and empowerment of the individual to motivate their treatment and recovery in our 30-day stabilization services.

Reasons to work with BHN:

• Work with an agency who does amazing things for others
• You will expand your experience in various areas of mental & behavioral health
• You will have the opportunity to grow within the agency
• You will not be bored with our fast-paced environment
• You will have excellent benefits package & time off benefits available

What are we looking for in a Counselor?

• Commitment to empowerment and growth, human rights, and community integration for individuals served.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent (required); Bachelor's Degree in related field (preferred).
• At least 1-2 years of experience in human services.
• At least one year of experience working in substance treatment environment.
• Working knowledge of DPH Bureau of Substance Addiction Services regulations.
• Ability to understand, empathize, and work with an addicted, dually-diagnosed and/or MAT maintained population (required).
• LADCI or LADCII or equivalent.
• Bilingual in Spanish & English (preferred).
• Familiarity with Internet, word processing and email systems.
• Valid Driver’s License (required).
• Vehicle for use during all working hours should be registered and inspected in accordance w 540 CMR 4.00 (required).

How do I apply to be a Counselor?

If you are interested in this opportunity, please visit our website at bhnworks.org and click on “Browse All Jobs” to apply!

BHN maintains its commitment to social justice and diversity and strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.