AQUILA OF DE INC·Kirkwood, Delaware
The Counselor I facilitates individual, group, and experiential therapy within an integrated sober living residential model. They are responsible for developing treatment plans, maintaining daily progress documentation, and monitoring client drug screens.
Description Under the supervision of the Clinical Director , the Counselor I facilitates treatment and assists the treatment team to which they are assigned.
The Counselor I will work closely with all members of the clinical and administrative staff to provide a safe and therapeutic environment for all clients.
The Counselor I will monitor urine drug screens, work to ensure safe transactions between sessions, and assist as a member of the treatment team in facilitating group and other therapeutic activities.
The Counselor I is responsible for providing daily written documentation on the progress of all assigned clients each day.
Must have a Master's degree, be licensed or license eligible.
Must be able to work as a team.
Provides individual, group, and experiential therapy in the integrated sober living residential model Plans and implements the treatment therapy schedules Develop an initial and updated treatment plans for each client assigned to you in accordance with DSAMH and CARF standards. Actively participates in and facilitates group therapy Responsible for all treatment progress notes, tracking daily progress and behavior of clients in treatment to be reviewed and co-signed by the Clinical Director Is required to complete one hour of clinical supervision per week with Clinical Supervisor/Director for every 20 hours of direct client contact. Monitors client urine drug screens and completes necessary documentation Triage with the integrated model team with case management and discharge planning Clinical outcome Data collection One year supervised experience in Substance Use Disorder/Mental Health setting CADC preferred
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.
