Counselor I

Summary

Provides professional level counseling work in treatment of clients and

provides referral and follow-up services. Compiles case histories, evaluates client needs, and presents findings to treatment team. Attend or participate in seminars and

community group.

Job Responsibilities

Facilitate therapeutic and educational group sessions

Conduct insurance utilization reviews as needed

Complete comprehensive psychosocial assessments

Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to support client treatment goals

Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Relevant licensure, LPC or LCSW

Experience in substance use or mental health treatment settings preferred

Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills

Availability to work weekends is required

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods.

Frequent operation of a computer, telephone, and other standard office equipment.

Ability to move about the office and occasionally to other locations for meetings, trainings, or outreach.

Communicate effectively in person, virtually, and by phone, including the ability to convey information and respond to questions.

Occasionally lift and carry materials weighing up to 15 pounds.

Work is generally performed in an office or counseling environment.

Periodic exposure to emotional situations or crisis intervention scenarios.

Frequent contact with clients, staff, and external partners.

Standard office hours with occasional evening or weekend work as required.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.   Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and standards.

Harris House is an equal opportunity employer. We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with us. When we hire, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.