Counselor
BRANDYWINE COUNSELING & COMMUNITY SERVICES INC·Wilmington, Delaware
BRANDYWINE COUNSELING & COMMUNITY SERVICES INC·Wilmington, Delaware
The counselor will manage a caseload of clients, completing evaluations and assessments while monitoring progress and adjusting treatment plans. They will also coordinate care with outside providers and participate in weekly treatment team meetings.
Since 1985, Brandywine Counseling & Community Services, Inc. (BCCS) has been a trusted provider of outstanding substance abuse and behavioral health treatment. BCCS is a community organization that prides itself on helping members of our community recover with dignity. We enhance the quality of life by creatively providing Education, Advocacy, Prevention, Early Intervention, and Treatment Services. We promote hope and empowerment to persons and families touched by mental illness, substance abuse, HIV and multiple occurring diagnoses, and their related challenges.
Are you eager to assist a client through their Mental Health and Substance Use recovery process in an outpatient therapeutic setting? We are seeking Clinicians to provide supportive person-centered counseling services to individuals in a compassionate way. Please see highlights below:
Be responsible for a caseload of clients, as identified by program requirements and in accordance with state regulations. Completes required evaluations and assessments. Documents all clinical services and interventions performed within the clients ‘electronic record. Monitors client progress and adjust treatment plans as needed. Maintains contact with outside providers to coordinate care. Confer with the Clinical Supervisor on a daily basis for casing. Participates in weekly treatment team meetings. Will be responsible for the Adolescent Program (youth ages 10-17 yrs of age). Performs other duties as assigned by the Clinical Supervisor.
**20% of your time will be with our RISE Program that serves adolescents from 10 to 17 years of age
Knowledge of assessment and counseling/therapy principles Considerable knowledge of population being served and available resources Ability to evaluate and screen clients for appropriate treatment and document progress of clients May require crisis intervention to emergency situations Skill in establishing rapport with clients Ability to work independently and as part of a focused team Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Qualifications for the position are: Minimum associate degree with CADC or Bachelor’s degree in behavioral science or related field REQUIRED: 1 year experience in the Substance Abuse Field and/or Mental Health REQUIRED: 1 year experience working with the adolescent population Within 2 years, must have obtained certification as CADC (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor).
Salary: From $21/hour Commensurate based on experience, education, and certification
Group medical, dental, and vision coverage with low employee costs. 34 paid days off annually Tuition reimbursement A retirement plan with a company match of up to 4% 4-day work week option! No weekends! Brandywine Counseling is a qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Opportunity for advancement
Market context
In Delaware, behavioral-health openings for psychiatric nurse practitioners are often shaped by steady demand for access to mental health care, especially in settings that use telepsychiatry to reach more patients. This role is competitive because it requires board certification, an active unrestricted license, 4+ years of post-graduate experience, and comfort with EMRs; the listed pay and benefits reflect that level of specialization. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your telepsychiatry and documentation experience before applying.
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