Group Counselor FT

Title : Group Counselor FT

ID : 5650-1183I

Department : Clinical

Location : Patchogue

Description

Full time opportunity$22.00 - $38.00hr

Benefits Available for Full Time Employees :

Generous Paid Time Off Policy

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Basic Group Life AD&D Insurance (No Cost)

Voluntary Life Insurance

Other Voluntary Benefits

Reimbursement for Professional Development Expenses

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Program (401k)

8 Paid Holidays

MAIN FUNCTION :

• To be responsible for the direct treatment of an assigned caseload of patients who are addicted to alcohol or any other mind / mood altering substances.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Ensure that all clients are treated with dignity and respect.

Affirming care for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning clients.

Provide group, individual, and family counseling to caseload.

Complete assessments, admissions, and treatment plans.

Maintain documentation and contact with referral sources (EAPs, Criminal Justice).

Generate and send Referral Progress Reports.

Participate in weekly case reviews, supervision, and staff meetings.

Ensure adherence to Seafield’s policies and confidentiality regulations.

Assist with discharge, transitional planning, and referrals.

Perform other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS :

Assessment, referral, and treatment planning

Group, individual, and family counseling

Didactic presentation and documentation

Crisis intervention

Age-specific skills (Adolescents, Geriatric)

Knowledge of Medication Assisted Treatment

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS :