Mental Health Primary Counselor (Master's)

Job Description

Job Description

Mental Health Primary Counselor (Master's)

• Employment Type : Full-Time
• Benefits Offered : Dental, Life, Medical, Paid Time Off, Vision
• Compensation : $23 to $29 per hour

Summary

Perform the core functions of a Counselor as assigned. Functions may include but are not limited to screening, intake, assessment, orientation, counseling (individual, group, family), treatment planning, case management, and documentation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Role model appropriate healthy and ethical behaviors in all interactions, including HIPAA and Confidentiality standards.

2. Maintain a primary caseload of  residents / participants,  assisting and advocating for them in meeting their unique needs within the program structure.

3. Develop a treatment plan for each  resident / participant  on the caseload and evaluate their progress in meeting the goals and objectives within the treatment plan.

4. Update the individual treatment plans, as appropriate, in a timely manner.

5. Document the services provided according to standards set by the program and applicable County, State, and Federal regulations.

6. If determined by the Program Director, maintain and update program curricula.

7. Facilitate full utilization of service units, including Case Management, as directed by the supervisor.

8. Assist with resident’s / participant’s benefits applications (e.g., DPSS, SSI, Medi-Cal).

9. Follow all regulatory expectations and ethical standards as well as program policies and procedures.

10. Maintain constructive relationships with family members, community members and organizations, human services agencies, and other professionals.

11. Answer the phone as needed and fill out referral and screening forms as applicable.

12. Attend program staff meetings, agency meetings, and required trainings.

13. Assist in ensuring a safe and alcohol / drug-free environment.

14. Perform all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Credential, Education, and Experience

Language and Communication Skills

Other Requirements

Company Description

We provide full-time permanent placement services.

Company Description

We provide full-time permanent placement services.