Education counselor jobs in United States

LSA Recovery, Inc. is an 822 Medically Supervised Outpatient Chemical Dependency Program, which provides a variety of services to individuals as well as family members seeking help with substance abuse and chemical dependence problems. We believe that chemical dependence treatment requires a detailed knowledge of the history and personality of each patient. This is accomplished by professional and knowledgeable staff that will conduct a complete and thorough interview with the patient and his/her family, as well as contact with their primary care physician. The data is then evaluated by various professional staff members in order to develop a personalized treatment plan. We organize the plan of care to enable the patient to proceed through the recovery process with a support network, increase their self-esteem, and understand the effects of chemical dependence. Position : Group Facilitator, Outpatient Chemical Dependency Program Report to: Clinical Director Purpose : To provide all the basic therapeutic services required by patients during their treatment and aftercare experience. The counselor is expected to act as a catalyst in the therapeutic process of the patient's treatment episode. **Responsibilities include:* - Under general direction, the Group Facilitator will be responsible for facilitation of treatment groups and education workshops including keeping all required documentation up to date• - Develop treatment plans in collaboration with Clinical Director that reflect an understanding of specialized issues as related to the physical, medical, cognitive and psychosocial needs and specific diagnosis - Ensures groups start on time and run as scheduled - Facilitates group counseling, family sessions and encounter groups as requested - Uses the agency's Electronic Health Record to input information on client's participation in group within a timely manner, including Planning and Progress notes - Complete all paperwork as per OASAS regulations and agency standards - Implement strategies to increase patient's participation - Adheres to multidiscipline treatment recommendations that are incorporated into treatment plans - Inform counseling staff of any relevant clinical concerns regarding a patient that may have arisen during group participation - Participates and takes a leadership role in Treatment Plan Reviews and Case Conferences Requirements: Active NYS license required: CASAC, LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT Language: Bilingual: English/Spanish; English/Russian; English/French; (Preferred) PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU HAVE ONE OF THE ABOVE LICENSURE. CANDIDATES WHO DO NOT HAVE THIS LICENSURE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION.' Compensation rates based on your current or recently obtained education Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract Pay: $65.00 - $75.00 per hour Expected hours: 5 – 10 per week Benefits: Flexible schedule Medical specialties: Addiction Medicine Psychiatry Schedule: Choose your own hours Work setting: In-person Office Outpatient Education: High school or equivalent (Required) Experience: Group Facilitator: 1 year (Required) Addiction counseling: 1 year (Required) License/Certification: CASAC, LMSW, LMHC, LMFT (Required) Work Location: In person

Under the supervision of the Behavioral Health Supervisor, the Medicaid Assisted Treatment Program Counselor engages the patient in the initial and ongoing treatment processes of the clinic. Conducts a preliminary assessment of eligibility, prepare intake forms, see that the patient is afforded needed services from other disciplines within the agency, and make referrals to outside resources when necessary. Hours: 7AM - 2PM, Mon-Fri Clinic Locations: Brooklyn and Manhattan Salary Range: $50,000 - $60,000 Responsibilities: - On an ongoing basis, the Counselor holds regularly scheduled sessions with all his/her patients concerning their problems and psycho-social needs. - Serves as a Case Manager for each patient to ensure that services are coordinated to meet each assessed need. - Conducts therapy groups. - Assists patients in the identification of problems. - Works with patients in the definition of problems. - Ensures all necessary forms are completed. - Maintains accurate and confidential patient records. - Attends training seminars where instruction on treatment techniques and theories underlying these approaches are provided, and obtain the CASAC credential. - Identifies and records significant data in the case folder regularly. Develops treatment plans for presentation to the IDT. - Holds individual conferences with other disciplines when necessary to facilitate effective treatment throughout the agency. - Meets weekly for clinical supervision with the Behavioral Health Supervisor, concerning work performed, problems encountered in the treatment process, and for case conferences. - Refers to other clinic disciplines when appropriate. - Meets periodically with other staff to obtain feedback necessary for case management and treatment planning. - Performs all forensic collection for patients on their caseload and monitors for treatment related issues in order to update the treatment plan. - Provides vocational/educational assessment, counseling and follow-up for patients not assigned to the Vocational Specialist, as well as voc/ed support and follow-up of all patients as required. - Completes the Vocational Profile Form (HS 305) for each caseload patient. - Provides as an integral service, counseling toward vocational/educational readiness, motivation for vocational rehabilitation, provides initial evaluation for in-house voc/ed services, and provides exploration of voc/ed goals. - Provides patient referrals to the Vocational Specialist and Educational Specialist for in-depth evaluation, counseling and referral for voc/ed programs. - Provides case management, referral follow-up and supportive counseling to patients referred to in-house voc/ed programs and external job/school training. - Meets periodically with the Vocational Specialist and Education Specialist for case consultation and feedback. - Presents vocational treatment objectives at each IDT. - Counselors are expected to work on a rotation basis on Saturdays and select holidays. Assigned shifts may change at the discretion of the Clinical Director according to the needs of the Program. - Performs other duties as assigned by the manager. Qualifications: - CASAC (Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor) Certificate required - High School Diploma or GED required. - Possess a demonstrated ability in delivering patient treatment including: communication skills, successful engagement in specialized Human Services training, understanding of human interaction and personality development, and the ability to write and record case documentation. - Understanding of group dynamics is essential. - Must be computer-literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. - Competent in computerized programs that support treatment plans and case notes. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Ability to participate in various committees and work well with others in team settings. - Bilingual in Spanish a plus. **If interested, please apply here:**