Behavioral Health Counselor - Dependent

Position Summary

Responsible for providing individual and/or group counseling as defined by license. Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning for all applicable clients. Develop comprehensive diagnostic assessment within the scope of license.

Position Description

• Perform counseling, psychosocial intervention and treatment under close supervision
• Maintain caseload and utilization by maintaining regular contact with clients
• Monitor and assess progress utilizing supportive methods
• Interview and observe clients and prepare clinical reports and individualized service plans
• May provide family counseling according to established principles and best practices
• Provide cognitive behavioral treatment, conduct assessments, individual/group counseling and case management
• May provide clinical direction and participate in providing in-service training to other treatment team members
• Provides dependent diagnosis, under close supervision of an independently licensed supervisor
• Provides in-depth assessment services and diagnostic summaries; assesses and selects appropriate counseling methods to maximize treatment process and outcomes, both individual and group
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of clinical activities in compliance with contract, regulatory and agency requirements and clinical best practices
• Adhere to professional standards as outlined by protocols, rules and regulations and licensure scope
• Consult with team members concerning situations and possible courses of action
• Complete agency, accrediting body, and funder required training
• Other duties as assigned

Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to interact with others in an ethical, culturally sensitive and respectful manner
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Be adaptive, flexible and responsive to the needs of the client and program
• Effective verbal and written communication skills