Licensed Professional Counselor (Partial Telehealth from Home)

Company: Mountain Springs Recovery
Location: Colorado Springs
Posted on: March 12, 2023

Job Description:

At Sunshine Behavioral Health, we aim to help people with compassionate, high-quality treatment. Our rehabilitation programs provide the tools individuals need to overcome their alcohol/drug dependencies and manage their co-occurring disorders.

Our mission at Sunshine Behavioral Health is to provide the highest quality substance abuse rehabilitation services available. We do everything with compassion, integrity and a sense of community.
We aim to inspire hope by contributing to the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Sunshine Behavioral Health strives to provide the best in substance abuse treatment through our shared values and continuous pursuit of improvement.

We firmly believe that addiction and co-occurring disorders are treatable diseases. Through our programs, individuals gain the tools needed to overcome their alcohol/drug dependencies and learn to manage their co-occurring disorders.

To help our clients achieve these goals, we provide a range of evidence-based therapeutic services, including therapy, psychoeducation, dual diagnosis counseling, coping mechanisms, aftercare planning and more-all in a safe and nurturing environment.

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Licensed Professional Counselor is responsible for assessing and monitoring client behavior while in treatment for chemical and alcohol abuse and dependency. In collaboration with the Clinical Director, the Counselor is responsible for documenting client behavior, group participation and counseling; caring for clients, and coordinating treatment and discharge planning. Counselors will also be providing crisis management, counseling, group therapies and education for the clients and family/significant others in therapeutic milieu setting.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Provide assessment and participates in the treatment planning with clients and their families/significant others.
2. Interview residents to obtain information concerning social history, treatment and other pertinent information.
3. Observe residents to detect indications of abnormal physical or mental behavior.
4. Review results of tests given by psychologists to evaluate residents' needs.
5. Change method and degree of therapy when indicated by resident reactions/needs.
6. Discuss progress toward goals with residents.
7. Plan and administer therapeutic treatment, behavior modification, and stress management therapy.
8. Complete and maintain individual and group counseling notes and documentations.
9. Develop and implement appropriate discharge planning with resident, family, and placing agency.
10. Develop and maintain positive relationship with external customers, families and residents and employees.
11. Assist in the coordination of services for clients.
12. Assist and facilitate discharge planning and community outreach.
13. Initiate, facilitate and promote on-site activities, therapeutic support and educational groups, outings and community meetings.
14. Provide education for clients and significant others.
15. Respond to emergencies and initiate action as required.
16. Record significant events involving client's activities.
17. Respond to client complaints.
18. Attend and participate in staff meeting and trainings.
19. Other duties, as assigned.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge: The Counselor will:
1. Possess extensive knowledge of HIPAA.
2. Possess experience and education in chemical and alcohol dependency and abuse.
3. Possess extensive experience with crisis management.

Abilities: To excel in this position the Counselor should be able to demonstrate the following competencies:
1. Problem Solving - The Counselor will be able to identify and resolve problems in efficient and effective ways.
2. Ethics - Treat clients, staff, co-workers, visitors, contractors, and guests of Mountain Springs Recovery with respect and dignity; work ethically and uphold the values and standards or Mountain Springs Recovery.
3. Attendance, Punctuality, Reliability - Arrive on-site, on-time, as scheduled, consistently with a professional disposition. Ensure all work responsibilities are covered in the event of an absence or scheduled vacation.
4. Leadership - The Counselor should be able to lead and direct with minimal supervision when necessary.
5. Strong Character - Staying calm under pressure is essential. Having an approachable demeanor without compromising Mountain Springs Recovery Standards of ethics and workmanship.
6. Organization - Must be highly organized and efficient in managing the necessary daily client/staff demands and tasks associated with them.
7. Flexibility - Openness to different and new ways of doing things-- willingness to modify one's preferred way of doing things

QUALIFICATIONS AND PREFERENCES:
Master's degree in counseling, psychology or related field
Registered in DORA - LPCC, LMFT, LCSW, LAC or candidate license required
Colorado State Driver's License and ability to operate Program van
Experience with education of chemical and alcohol dependency and abuse
Current CPR and First Aid Certification
Salary:
$60,000 - $70,000
Bonus Opportunity: $4,500.00 annualized
In addition to the base pay regular earnings, employees will have the opportunity to earn additional compensation in the form of a target flat rate bonus to be paid quarterly based on Company and program-specific performance achievement.

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) company match
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
CEU stipend and incentive program
Clinical Supervision provided

Medical Specialty:

Addiction Medicine

Schedule:

M-F / Weekend availability preferred

Ability to commute/relocate:

Monument, CO 80132: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

Behavioral health: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

Sunshine Behavioral Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.%54835565% %%service%%

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