Counselor (FT/Sunday-Thursday 7a-3p or 8-4p)

Lockport, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5586+Niagara+St.+Extension+Lockport+NY+USA+14094)

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Description

Responsibilities

Low Caseload!

• Develops individualized treatment and discharge plans for residents

• Makes referrals, coordinates services, and maintains regular and on-going consultations with other organizations

• Coordinates the vocational and educational goals of residents

• Facilities group and individual counseling sessions

• Supports and encourages resident participation in community self-help groups

• Assists in the oversight of program medication procedures

• Conducts breathalyzer and toxicology screenings

• Facilitates new resident assessments, admissions, and orientations

• Availabe for on-call coverage when needed

• Completes documentation per agency requirements

• Data input and word processing

Requirements

• Masters Degree in Human Services or related field and a minimum of 6 months counseling experience. Field placement as an intern may be applied to the required counseling experience. Must possess and maintain a current Qualified Health Professional status. Or

• Bachelors Degree in Human Services or a related field and a minimum of one year counseling experience. Field placement as an intern may be applied to required counseling experience. Must possess and maintain a current Qualified Health Professional status. Or

• Associates Degree in Human Services or a related field; must possess and maintain a current Qualified Health Professional status and two years counseling experience in the appropriate field. Field placement as an intern may be applied to required counseling experience.

• Able to ensure confidentiality

• Must posses a New York State driver's license with an acceptable driving record

Salary Description

$60,000/Year