Counselor FT- (License Required) Antrim- Tues-Sat 8am-4 : 30pm
Sobriety Centers of New Hampshire | Antrim, New Hampshire
About the Job
The Counselor provides treatment and support to assist clients in their recovery from addictions, such as alcoholism, drug addiction, eating disorders, or other behavioral problems. The Counselor also provides counseling services to families of clients and assists in modifying problem behaviors.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Participates in client treatment planning and continuum of care.
- Conducts group and / or family sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and documents as required.
- Co-facilitates assigned group or family sessions and assists with modifying problem behaviors.
- Responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow-up assessments for clients.
- Prepares individual treatment plans for each assigned client.
- Ensures all documentation regarding client care, treatment and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.
- Acts as a liaison between referral sources and clients.
- Provides crisis intervention to clients, as needed.
- Plans for aftercare for assigned clients.
- Acts as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested.
- Provides case management duties for clients, ensuring individualized quality care.
- Evaluates the need of the client and determines if referrals to other programs or facilities are needed.
- Provides client and family education relative to substance abuse / psychiatric problems.
- Conducts educational workshops both within the Facility and in the community as required.
- Serves as a liaison with self-help groups and EAP professionals.
- Conducts ongoing assessments of chemical dependence services required by the Facility treatment programs.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in social or health services field required.Licensure or certification for counseling as required by the state; or state license or certification eligible within the timeframe designated by the facility.Experience in counseling field instruction / internship or similar practicum through education or certification process required.CPR and de-escalation certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).First aid may be required based on state or facility policies.NH Regulatory Summary
RSA 330-C : 17 (Licensing Required) – no individual may practice alcohol and drug counseling unless licensed or working under an approved supervision agreement recognized by the NH Board of Licensing.Alc 404.03 – supervision of interns and license-eligible candidates required before direct client interaction.Licensure or certification for counseling, as required by the state in which the facility operates.Why Sobriety Centers of New Hampshire?
We offer a comprehensive benefit plan and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Qualified candidates should apply by submitting a resume.
Sobriety Centers of New Hampshire is an EEO. Veterans and military spouses are highly encouraged to apply. Summit BHC is dedicated to serving Veterans with specialized programming at our treatment centers across the country. We recognize and value the unique strengths of the military community in supporting our mission to serve those who have served.
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