Job: Counselor - Co-Occurring Enhanced Recovery Program

Job: Counselor - Co-Occurring Enhanced Recovery Program - Keenan North

Brien Center
P.O. Box 4219
Pittsfield, MA 01202

Phone:413-499-0412
Fax:413-448-2198
Website:briencenter.org

Company Description:

The Brien Center is Berkshire County’s largest provider of behavioral health and addiction services. We employ over 450 dedicated, compassionate people who work at 26 locations county-wide, in roles including residential and nursing staff, case managers, therapeutic mentors and psychotherapists. Our impact is experienced and appreciated by over 10,000 individuals – including 4,000 children – whose lives are saved, whose illnesses are successfully treated, and who continue on as successful members of our community. We are proud of our comprehensive programs and services for highly-complex problems, and continue to hear from clients, years later, that their lives and families remain intact because of our care.

Job Title:
Counselor - Co-Occurring Enhanced Recovery Program - Keenan North
Salary Range:	Location:
$24.22 - $24.23 Per Hour	North Adams
Job Type:	Category:
Full Time	Human Services
Education Level:	Work Experience:

Description:
Full-Time, Weekdays! No Nights or Weekends! General Description This position is responsible for implementing individual treatment plans,, participating in weekly team meetings, facilitating groups and providing one on one clinical services to the residents of Keenan House North.. Essential Job Functions Direct Care Work collaboratively with the clinical supervisor, program manager, nurse, recovery specialist supervisor, case worker and direct care staff to assist Keenan House North Residents with individual treatment plans. Implement individual treatment plans, facilitate groups and coordinate clinical services. Maintain residents records and up to date documentation Make treatment recommendations and referrals as appropriate. Assists with aftercare and discharge planning Administrative Participate in all relevant staff and treatment meetings and scheduled supervision Maintain safety and quality of site and report any incidents or accidents to supervisor Make independent decisions on and off site based on program requirements Ensure compliance with BSAS and all agency policies Oversee accuracy of records and maintain record keeping standards Other Responsibilities Communicate a knowledge of the process of mental illness, addiction and co-occurring disorders with hopefulness and respect Participate in trainings revolving around motivational interviewing, trauma informed care, or other best practices annually Flexibly respond to program scheduling needs and represent the agency in a professional manner in all community contacts and interagency committees Qualifications A Bachelors degree in one of the following disciplines or a closely related field is required: psychology, social work, counseling, or related field. Eligibility for licensure is desirable but not required Valid driver’s license and use of a personally insured vehicle Skills Proficient computer skills in using web based e-mail and ability to data enter information into spreadsheets and word processing documents Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a wide variety of people Knowledge of community services Ability to write clear and concise reports Ability to make independent decisions based on defined treatment goals