Senior Intake Counselor - LCSW/LCMHC/LCAS - Flexible Schedule

Senior Intake Counselor - Full Time

Join a supportive team who values Compassion, Excellence, Collaboration, Inclusion, Hope, & Authenticity!

As our Senior Intake Counselor, you will be responsible for conducting comprehensive clinical assessments for new and returning clients.

You will ensure required documentation is completed and filed in an accurate and timely manner.

Senior level experience is required for this role, as we are committed to being able to provide services to a greater number of clients in need.

We need a team member who will use their seasoned knowledge and experience to help this team succeed!

This position requires full clinical licensure with experience in clinical diagnostics and level of care assessment.

Schedule

Flexible - work 5, 8 hour shifts, or 4, 10 hour shifts.

Hybrid schedule (on-site + remote) available.

Starting range for this role is $27.40 - $29.32 per hour, based on licensure and experience.

Benefits

Being a part of a non-profit behavioral health organization has some unique benefits, along with our incredible health insurance options.

Working here at SouthLight, you will be able to make a difference in people's lives every day, and know that you are a part of inspiring positive change in your community.

You will be eligible for medical benefits the first of the month following your first 30 days. We have options for a standard plan, as well as an HSA with a $300 initial contribution and up to a $25 per paycheck match.

You would receive 10 paid holidays as well as PTO hours which would accrue at a rate of 10 hours per month. After 6 months you would be eligible to enroll in our 401(k) plan which has a 4% match.

We also provide company paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, in house and paid training opportunities, and paid credentialing.

SouthLight is also eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

We are excited to offer an additional benefit of Clinical Supervision Reimbursement. We will provide a monthly reimbursement of up to $200 (full-time) or $100 (part-time) to each associate level clinician electing this benefit for no more than 2 years, or until licensure is completed, whichever is first.

Licensures eligible to receive this benefit include LCSWA, LCMHCA, LMFTA, LPA, LCASA, and CADC.

Job Responsibilities of a Senior Level Counselor

• Provide screening, clinical assessment, and treatment recommendations in a professional and engaging manner. Complete all documentation at time of service.
• Provide orientation to treatment that includes person centered treatment planning, crisis plans, schedule of services, confidentiality, client rights, consent for services and financial requirements.
• Maintain client records, including NC-TOPPS : submit assessment within 24 hours of service according to MCO / Medicaid guidelines, obtain all required signatures, maintain chart organization, file in a timely manner
• Provide documentation (comprehensive clinical assessments and person centered plans) to the billing office that satisfies reimbursement authorizations according to guidelines and deadlines established by Wake County, Medicaid and third party insurance.
• Participate in clinical supervision and treatment teams as needed
• Participate in urine drug screen collection as needed. Use the results as a therapeutic tool to determine the client's level of care and need for treatment.

Qualifications of a Senior Intake Counselor

Education and Experience

• Master's degree in Social Work or related counseling field
• Experience completing comprehensive clinical assessments
• Minimum 3 years clinical experience (community behavioral health preferred)

Licensure / Certifications

• Fully licensed clinician (LCSW or LCMHC)
• Dually licensed with LCAS or LCAS-A preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 12 Core Functions
• Familiarity with the DSM-V for diagnostic and treatment purposes
• Familiarity with levels of care and treatment recommendations
• Working knowledge of systems theory and / or other counseling theories and substance abuse treatment
• Solid understanding of the symptoms and nature of substance use and mental health conditions
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a wide variety of constituents from diverse backgrounds
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Knowledgeable of service definitions
• Knowledgeable of Electronic Medical Record

About SouthLight Healthcare

Tap into your passion at SouthLight Healthcare. Build your career in an environment where your voice, passion and work matters every day.

At the core of SouthLight is a commitment to our values, our employees and clients. We strive to be an organization where every colleague can contribute and excel.

We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to building a culture that values diversity and inclusion. SouthLight offers competitive opportunities and a robust benefits package.

Founded in 1970, SouthLight Healthcare is one of the area's largest and long-established nonprofit providers of substance use treatment and mental health services.

With outpatient and community-based programs, SouthLight provides prevention, education and treatment services in the Triangle and beyond.

SouthLight has multiple office locations throughout the Triangle area, serving more than 9,000 clients each year. Services include adult outpatient counseling, Intensive Outpatient Program, Psychiatric Services and Medication Management, Opioid Treatment Program, Court Deferral Program, Peer Support Services, Family Centered Treatment, Community Support Team and a residential treatment program for women and children and more.

We agree not to discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex.

Employment offers are contingent upon a satisfactory pre-employment drug screen. Professional references will be checked and criminal, abuse, driving, and fraud background reports will be obtained.

Unsatisfactory results of any of these reports may result in SouthLight withdrawing the offer.

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