Job Title: Associate Counselor
Location: Steelville, Missouri
Department: Recovery Services
Employment Type: Full-time
The Associate Counselor position is an exciting opportunity for those passionate about mental health and substance use disorder treatment. Join our dedicated team at Recovery Services to make a real difference in individuals' lives, helping them improve their daily functioning and work environments.
You’llhave the chance to work under the close supervision of a Qualified Addiction Professional, gaining valuable experience while supporting clients through their recovery journey. Ideal candidates will be compassionate, havea strong desireto help others, andhave the ability towork collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.
In this role, you willassistindividualsin accordance withtheir treatment plans, contributing to the improvement of their mental health and/or substance use disorders. You will develop treatment plans,participatein clinical meetings, and provide essential documentation, all while supporting clients through their recovery process. This role is designed to provide ample learning and professional growth opportunities for individuals starting their careers in the addiction treatment field.
This position offers….
Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legalassistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
Mileage Reimbursement– Company paid for work functions requiring travel
Employee Discounts– Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition
Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuingeach individual'shumanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce.
Additional Perks & Benefits - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more
Key Responsibilities:
· Assist in the screening and assessment process under the supervision of a licensed/qualified counselor or therapist.
· Develop treatment plans for clients based on assessment data, under supervision.
·Participatein clinical staffing and team meetings, offering feedback on pertinent cases.
· Adhere to Collaborative Service Goal (CSG) expectations and provide direct services accordingly.
· Document services providedin accordance withregulatory standards, ensuringtimelyentries and proper references to treatment plans.
· Ensure that treatment plans and discharge summaries are reviewed and countersigned by a Qualified Addiction Professional.
·Assistwith client transitions, completing necessary correspondence.
· Complete required annual training in compliance with ASAM standards.
·Maintainpositive professional relationships with clients, referral sources, and coworkers.
· Handle crisis situations as they arise, notifying supervisors asrequired
·Facilitategroup counseling, education sessions, family conferences, and individual sessions.
·Demonstratea commitment to both short-term and long-term company goals.
Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:
·Associate’sdegree or high school diploma/equivalentrequired
· Must be a trainee meeting registration and supervision requirements as set by the Missouri Credentialing Board or theappropriate stateboard of professional registration.
· Must be supervised by a Qualified Addiction Professional who has completed MCB Clinical Supervision Training.
Additional Qualifications:
· Must have a current driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and auto insurance.
· First Aid and CPRcertificationsrequiredwithin three months of employment.
· Behavioral Management and Crisis Management trainingrequiredwithin thirty (30) days of employment.
· Must complete the annual 50-hour training requirement (Missouri Only).
Physical Requirements:
· Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of forcefrequently(1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, or pull, or otherwise move objects.
· Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, with occasional walking or standing.
As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.
Keywords Associate Counselor, Mental Health, Substance Use Disorder, Recovery Services, Telehealth, Counseling, Addiction Treatment, Clinical Supervision, Missouri, Illinois
Position Perks & Benefits:
Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within
Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.
Brightli is on a Mission:
A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.
As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.
Brightli is the one of the largest behavioral health and addiction treatment providers in the U.S. We operate as the parent company of Burrell Behavioral Health, Preferred Family Healthcare, Brightli Foundation, Firefly Supported Living & Employment Services, Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health, Adult & Child Health, Comprehensive Mental Health Serivces, and Places for People (effective 7/1/24). Bringing these organizations together under one parent company is a groundbreaking solution to the healthcare needs of the communities we serve. Working under the parent company model allows us to share resources, increase access to care, and, ultimately, save more lives.
