Dual Licensed Mental Health & Addiction Counselor

Salina, KS - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Required Qualifications:	Masters degree from accredited college or university Equivalent combination of education and experience Licensed by the State of Kansas Behavioral Science Regulatory Board as a Licensed Addictions Counselor (LAC) Licensed Masters Addiction Counselor (LMAC) or Licensed Clinical Addictions Counselor (LCAC) QMHP Licensed by the State of Kansas Behavioral Science Regulatory Board as a LMSW LPC LCP LMFT LCPC LSCSW LCMFT
Knowledge Skills Abilities:	Strong leadership skills Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to function well in a high-paced and at time stressful environment Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software Effective oral and written communication skills to distribute unbiased easily understood information to diverse audiences Ability to interact effectively and professionally with employees and patients Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times Knowledge of substance use disorders co-occurring mental health conditions and treatment modalities Crisis intervention methods and de-escalation techniques Develop individualized treatment plans and measurable goals Ability to maintain professional boundaries while providing compassionate support Provide mental health therapy to address issues such as depression anxiety and PTSD
Position Summary:	Counsel and aid individuals and families requiring assistance dealing with substance abuse problems such as alcohol or drug abuse and mental health concerns by performing the following duties.
Essential Job Functions:	Interview patients review records and confer with other professionals to evaluate condition of patients Formulate treatment plan for treatment and rehabilitation of patients Counsel patients individually and in group sessions to assist patients in overcoming alcohol and drug dependency Counsel family members to assist family in dealing with and providing support for patients Counsel family members individually or in group sessions regarding the impact of alcohol/drug dependency in their lives Address mental health issues during individual session Work with medication providers to ensure client medications needs are properly being addressed Participate in utilization review activities as required Counsel patients/family members in crisis as needed Maintain contact on regular basis with referral sources Maintain patients files in a site visit ready manner at all times Develop discharge/transition plans and complete discharge summaries Refer patients to other support services as needed such as medical evaluation and treatment social services and employment services Monitor condition of patients to evaluate success of therapy and adapt treatment as needed Prepare and maintain reports and case histories Formulate and conduct programs to promote prevention of alcohol and drug abuse Understand and implement all TAP 21 Addiction Counseling Competencies Comply with all policies and procedures related to clinical licensure To take On-Call on a rotating basis Other duties as assigned
Physical Requirements:	Based on an 8-hour day	Never	Occasionally .25 2.5 hrs daily	Frequently 2.5 5.5 hrs daily	Continuously 5.5 8 hrs daily
Sit
Stand
Lift/Carry 0-10 lbs.
Lift/Carry 10-20 lbs.
Lift/Carry 20-50 lbs.
Lift/Carry 50-100 lbs.
Lift/Carry Over 100 lbs.
Walk
Drive
Reach Above
Bend/Stoop
Use of hands Pushing/Pulling
Use of hands Fine Manipulation
Stress Level	Low	Medium	High	Extremely High

PHI Access Level:	Level 2 This position will have regular access to patient medical information but no access to employee medical information other than his/her own.
Work Environment:	On-Site: Office environment with moderate noise level.
Benefits:	Competitive benefits with partial employer paid contributions for health insurance and up to 4% for retirement plans.
FLSA Classification:	Salary Exempt
Department:	Counselor-Counseling
Schedule:	M-F; 8 am 5 pm 40 hours
Location / Category:	On site; Salina - Main
Timeline	Open until filled Interviews begin
Requirements:	Applicant will be required to pass a drug screen and background checks.

Required Qualifications:Masters degree from accredited college or universityEquivalent combination of education and experienceLicensed by the State of Kansas Behavioral Science Regulatory Board as a Licensed Addictions Counselor (LAC) Licensed Masters Addiction Counselor (LMAC) or Licensed Clinical ...

Required Qualifications:	Masters degree from accredited college or university Equivalent combination of education and experience Licensed by the State of Kansas Behavioral Science Regulatory Board as a Licensed Addictions Counselor (LAC) Licensed Masters Addiction Counselor (LMAC) or Licensed Clinical Addictions Counselor (LCAC) QMHP Licensed by the State of Kansas Behavioral Science Regulatory Board as a LMSW LPC LCP LMFT LCPC LSCSW LCMFT
Knowledge Skills Abilities:	Strong leadership skills Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to function well in a high-paced and at time stressful environment Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software Effective oral and written communication skills to distribute unbiased easily understood information to diverse audiences Ability to interact effectively and professionally with employees and patients Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times Knowledge of substance use disorders co-occurring mental health conditions and treatment modalities Crisis intervention methods and de-escalation techniques Develop individualized treatment plans and measurable goals Ability to maintain professional boundaries while providing compassionate support Provide mental health therapy to address issues such as depression anxiety and PTSD
Position Summary:	Counsel and aid individuals and families requiring assistance dealing with substance abuse problems such as alcohol or drug abuse and mental health concerns by performing the following duties.
Essential Job Functions:	Interview patients review records and confer with other professionals to evaluate condition of patients Formulate treatment plan for treatment and rehabilitation of patients Counsel patients individually and in group sessions to assist patients in overcoming alcohol and drug dependency Counsel family members to assist family in dealing with and providing support for patients Counsel family members individually or in group sessions regarding the impact of alcohol/drug dependency in their lives Address mental health issues during individual session Work with medication providers to ensure client medications needs are properly being addressed Participate in utilization review activities as required Counsel patients/family members in crisis as needed Maintain contact on regular basis with referral sources Maintain patients files in a site visit ready manner at all times Develop discharge/transition plans and complete discharge summaries Refer patients to other support services as needed such as medical evaluation and treatment social services and employment services Monitor condition of patients to evaluate success of therapy and adapt treatment as needed Prepare and maintain reports and case histories Formulate and conduct programs to promote prevention of alcohol and drug abuse Understand and implement all TAP 21 Addiction Counseling Competencies Comply with all policies and procedures related to clinical licensure To take On-Call on a rotating basis Other duties as assigned
Physical Requirements:	Based on an 8-hour day	Never	Occasionally .25 2.5 hrs daily	Frequently 2.5 5.5 hrs daily	Continuously 5.5 8 hrs daily
Sit
Stand
Lift/Carry 0-10 lbs.
Lift/Carry 10-20 lbs.
Lift/Carry 20-50 lbs.
Lift/Carry 50-100 lbs.
Lift/Carry Over 100 lbs.
Walk
Drive
Reach Above
Bend/Stoop
Use of hands Pushing/Pulling
Use of hands Fine Manipulation
Stress Level	Low	Medium	High	Extremely High

PHI Access Level:	Level 2 This position will have regular access to patient medical information but no access to employee medical information other than his/her own.
Work Environment:	On-Site: Office environment with moderate noise level.
Benefits:	Competitive benefits with partial employer paid contributions for health insurance and up to 4% for retirement plans.
FLSA Classification:	Salary Exempt
Department:	Counselor-Counseling
Schedule:	M-F; 8 am 5 pm 40 hours
Location / Category:	On site; Salina - Main
Timeline	Open until filled Interviews begin
Requirements:	Applicant will be required to pass a drug screen and background checks.