Job Description

Counselor II - Open Access (Days)

At Helio Health, we're dedicated to transforming lives by treating and promoting recovery from substance use, mental health disorders, and other behavioral health issues. We're looking for a passionate and dedicated Credentialed Mental Health/Substance Use Disorder Counselor II to join our Open Access team and make a real difference in our Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC)

About the position: If you are a Counselor that excels in a faced-paced team environment and can quickly engage clients for effective assessment and determination of clinical needs, we encourage you to apply! This position works within a team of Counselors, Peers, Nurses, Case Managers and Mental Health and Substance Use treatment professionals, providing initial assessments of children and adults seeking behavioral health services. While this position does not require the clinician to carry a caseload, this option is available.

Supervision required for NYS license/certification is provided at no cost to Helio Health employees.

Why Helio Health?

• Impactful Work: Be at the forefront of mental health and substance use disorder treatment, providing crucial services like screening, assessment, referrals, and crisis intervention.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a dynamic team of Counselors, Peers, Nurses, Case Managers, and other treatment professionals to deliver comprehensive care.
• Professional Growth: Receive supervision for NYS license/certification at no cost, and the option to maintain a caseload to keep your clinical skills sharp.

Position Details:

• Pay: $29.00 to $33.81/hr.
• Shift: 7am-3:30pm Monday-Friday

In addition to Helio Health’s comprehensive benefits package, this position is eligible for a Sign-On incentive $3,000 - $8,000 depending upon certification or licensure!

Responsibilities

• Conduct screenings and assessments for clients seeking treatment for mental health, substance use, or co-occurring disorders.
• Perform essential counseling and therapy tasks, including intake, evaluation, intervention, goal setting, discharge planning, referrals, crisis intervention, and psychoeducation.
• Coordinate and refer clients to appropriate care levels through internal and external community resources.
• Provide crisis intervention and collaborate with crisis support systems.
• Navigate individual, family, and group dynamics during assessments.
• Assist in training staff and student interns.

Qualifications

• Certification required: CASAC, CASAC II OR CASAC ADVANCED
• Requirements: Valid New York State Driver License and reliable transportation
• Experience: Two years in the Human Services field working with co-occurring MH/SUD disorders, high-risk populations, or individuals with severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI) preferred.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Teams, Outlook, Excel), EHR/EMRs (e.g., Avatar, Netsmart, Epic), and Health Monitoring Systems (e.g., OASAS CDS, HealthEConnections, PSYCKES)
• Education: Master's degree preferred, bachelor's degree required.

Our Comprehensive Employee Benefits Package Includes:

• Health insurance including dental and vision for employees and families.
• Paid Vacation and Sick leave - No Waiting Period for accruals.
• Paid holidays, including a floating birthday holiday.
• 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match.
• Company paid short-term disability insurance.
• Company sponsored life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Helio Health, Inc. offers trainings and education through our Training Institute certified by New York State OASAS.

Helio Health provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), parental status, religion, national origin, citizenship, status as a victim of domestic violence, age, military or veteran status, handicap or disability, family medical history or predisposing genetic characteristics or carrier status, marital status, family status, political affiliation, felony conviction record, status as a victim of a crime, or status as an employee who has complained about discrimination, filed a charge of discrimination, or participated in an employment discrimination investigation or lawsuit, or any other categories, status or activity protected by federal, state or local Law

Salary and hourly compensation ranges are provided in accordance with NYS law and are based on Helio Health's good faith belief of what is accurate at the time of posting. Salary and hourly compensation offers are based on candidate's education level and experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager and program.

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