Behavioral Health Counselor - Located in Sioux City, IA

Company: Jackson Recovery Centers, Inc.
Location: Waterbury
Posted on: November 25, 2022

Job Description:

We are searching for the right candidate to provide mental health crisis, stabilization and referral services for clients on our sub-acute Adolescent Stabilization & Assessment Unit. - The ideal candidate is passionate about serving adolescents, is a team player, has experience with assessment, safety and stabilization management and is knowledgeable -about community resources. -
About Us:
Leaders in recovery. Champions of hope.
Rosecrance is a private not-for-profit organization and nationally recognized leader in treating substance use and mental health disorders for children, adolescents, adults, and families. With nearly 60 locations in Illinois, Wisconsin, and Iowa, our physician-led team has developed an innovative, multidisciplinary, outcomes-informed approach.
Since 1916, our unmatched legacy as a proven behavioral healthcare leader is a source of hope and strength to those we serve and provides a roadmap for the best opportunity for lasting recovery. Rosecrance served nearly 50,000 clients last year.
Position Purpose:
This full time position will provide continuity of program services in an ethical, legal and moral manner within a safe and therapeutic environment, consistent with applicable regulatory and accreditation standards. - -Participate as a team member in the delivery of mental health services to clients and their families and facilitate assessment, safety, stabilization and referrals for mental health crisis situations. -
-Job Requirements:

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• Master's Degree in psychology, counseling, social work or related field (preferred); or
  
• Bachelor's Degree in human services and one year work experience in human services;
  
• Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor (tCADC/CADC or obtain within six months of hire; -
  
  -Qualifications:
  
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  • Demonstrated education, training or experience with evidenced based practices.
    
  • Skilled in conducting clinical assessments, individual, family and group counseling.
    
  • Adequate written skills to accurately complete required documentation within the time frames prescribed.
    
  • Practical understanding of mental health & substance use disorders and symptoms in the DSM 5.
    
  • Computer proficient.
    
  • Ability to present and coordinate lectures for clients, parents, staff or community resources.
    
  • Obtain and maintain CPI certification.
    
  • Obtain and maintain CPR/ First Aid Certification.
    
  • Obtain and maintain Iowa DHS's Child Abuse/Dependent Abuse training.
    
    Essential Responsibilities:
    
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    • Work hours deemed necessary for the responsibilities assigned.
      
    • Undertake primary case management responsibilities for designated clients.
      
    • Conduct assessments, individual, group, and family counseling and educational sessions for clients and/or family members.
      
    • Ensure that client service records are maintained consistent with rules and regulations.
      
    • Maintain communications with all staff (e.g. admissions, safety issues and discharge plans).
      
    • Be familiar with court proceedings and available to make court appearances on behalf of Rosecrance Jackson Centers' clients.
      
    • Serve as a member of the Clinical Team and participate in all team meetings and activities.
      
    • Present workshops, lectures and training to clients, families, employees and community groups.
      
    • Exercise confidentiality in keeping with the Code of Conduct and with the framework of the law.
      
    • Deliver exceptional customer service consistently to every customer.
      
    • Serve as a role model for other staff, clients, and customers and demonstrate positive guest relations in representing Rosecrance.
      
    • Assume other related responsibilities as delegated and assigned
      
      Job Type: Full-time
      Pay: Based on education, experience and credentials
      
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      • Starting rate for Bachelors - $21.11/hour
        
      • Starting rate for Masters - $24.44/hour
        
      • Additional $.50/hr with CADC certification
        
        Benefits:
        
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        • Health insurance with multiple options to meet your needs
          
        • Flexible Spending Account
          
        • Health Savings Account with company contribution
          
        • Dental insurance
          
        • Vision insurance
          
        • 401(k) plan with employer match and discretionary employer contribution
          
        • Group life Insurance including LTD and AD&D
          
        • Tuition assistance (qualifications apply)
          
        • Licensure/certification reimbursement (qualifications apply)
          
        • Paid time off
          
        • Referral program
          
        • Wellness plan
          
        • Certain facilities offering on-site gym
          
          Schedule: 8 hour shifts
          
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          • Day shift 8:30am - 5:00pm
            
          • Tuesday-Saturday
            
            Work Location: Rosecrance Jackson Centers - Sioux City, IA
            Rosecrance is an equal opportunity employer.
            EEO is the Law:
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            -EducationRequired
            • Bachelors or betterLicenses & CertificationsPreferred
              • IA-LISW
              • IA-LMHC
              • IA-tCADC
              • IA-CADC

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