Pocono Mountain Recovery Center·Henryville, Pennsylvania
Provide treatment and support to patients recovering from substance use, eating disorders, or behavioral problems. Responsibilities include conducting group and family sessions, performing assessments, and developing individualized treatment plans.
Overview Full time with benefits, position for outpatient program. PURPOSE STATEMENT: Provide treatment and support to assist patients in their recovery from substance use, eating disorders or other behavioral problems.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: · Conduct group and/or family sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and documents as required. · Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors. · May be responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessments for patients. · May prepare individual treatment plan for each assigned patient. · Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner. · May act as a liaison between referral sources and patients. · Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed. · May plan for aftercare for assigned patients. · May act as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested. · May provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care. · Evaluate the need of the patient and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed. · Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority. OTHER FUNCTIONS: · Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS: · High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in social or health services field preferred. · Experience in counseling field instruction/internship or similar practicum through education or certification process required. LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS: · Licensure or certification for counseling, as required by the state in which the facility operates; OR state license or certification eligible within the timeframe designated by the facility. · CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility). · First aid may be required based on state or facility. ADDITIONAL REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS: · Completion of ongoing education and training, as required by the state in which the facility operates and applicable accrediting body. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws. (POCMT)
Requires a high school diploma and experience in counseling through internships or practicums, with a bachelor's degree preferred. Candidates must hold or be eligible for state licensure/certification and obtain CPR and de-escalation certifications.
Market context
In Pennsylvania, counselor openings are often tied to behavioral health, school support, and substance use services, so demand can be steady where agencies and districts need licensed or certified staff. These roles are competitive because employers may require a degree from an associate’s to a master’s level, plus credentials such as CAAC, CADC, or LCSW and relevant clinical experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare tiers, then confirm your credential match and prepare examples of direct client support experience.