clinical counselor

Pinnacle Treatment Centers

<div>***$2000 Sign on Bonus***

Counselor

Pinnacle&rsquo;s Voice: A Tale of Transformation &amp; Recovery

&ldquo;I found myself like a lot of people in a position I never thought I would be in. I needed help bad&hellip; It all started with a call&hellip; one of the easiest and hardest things I&rsquo;ve ever done. Every day I wake up and think how good it feels and how lucky I am to have found this place.&rdquo;
<ul><li>Patient, Pinnacle Treatment Centers</li></ul>

About Us: Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a leading provider of comprehensive addiction treatment services, committed to transforming lives through compassionate care. Our approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, focusing on the holistic well-being of our patients, and treating our teammates with the same level of individualized compassion and empathy. We believe in providing a supportive and inclusive environment for both our patients and our dedicated team of professionals. Pinnacle transforms the lives of more than 35,000 individuals daily resulting in a network of care spanning across the country.

Position Overview: As a Counselor, you will play a crucial role in the recovery journey of our patients. Pinnacle&rsquo;s unique approach combines compassionate care with innovative treatment methods to address the diverse needs of individuals seeking help for substance use disorders. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of those we serve.

Teammate Appreciation Benefits: At Pinnacle Treatment Centers, we value our teammates and offer a variety of benefits to support their personal and professional growth.

1. Variable Pay Structure: Competitive compensation based on experience, education, and licensure.

2. Defined Career Pathing: Clear advancement opportunities through our Counselor Tier Program, designed to reward achievement in education, licensure, and credentials.

3. Bonus Incentives: Recognizing and rewarding quality patient care with monthly performance-based bonuses.

4. STAR LRP Eligibility: 90% of our facilities are eligible for the Student Loan Repayment Program. This federal program selects applicants to forgive 100% of their student loans.

5. Continuing Education: Free access to over 600 CEU courses to enhance your skills and knowledge.

6. Paid Time Off: 18 days of PTO, sick leave, and 8 paid holidays to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

7. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives: Be part of a workforce that reflects the diversity of our patient population.

8. Free Clinical Supervision: Available based on licensure and availability to support your professional growth.

Key Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Provides orientation to new patients to the programs&rsquo; rules, policies, procedures, and patients' rights.</li>
<li>Conduct Intakes, Discharge Planning, Initial Assessments, and Initial Treatment Plans professionally and within time guidelines as required by applicable federal and state regulation, CARF guidelines and Pinnacle Policies.</li>
<li>Involve patients in the assessment, treatment planning, and intervention aspects of treatment, which provides the patient with a sense of entitlement to their own recovery.</li>
<li>Administer the biopsychosocial assessment, which evaluates all areas of patients' lives, including their addictions, medical and mental health history, socioeconomics, legal, etc. at intake and on an ongoing basis.</li>
<li>Recognize and utilize patients&rsquo; Strengths, Needs, Ability, and Preferences (SNAP), to develop and implement individualized Treatment Plans that effectively help patients to meet their short &amp; long-term goals. &bull; Determine the clinical necessity of counseling services based on the clinical assessment and evaluation of the patients.</li>
<li>Monitor closely, and document any change of circumstances with the patients, especially as it relates to matters that may affect their recovery, identifying and addressing relapse indicators to promote relapse prevention interventions in an early stage.</li>
<li>Comply with and implement the Medical Q.A (Quality Assurance) and Clinical Risk Management Policies, including:
<ul><li>Evaluate the patients for any high-risk conditions (e.g., liver failure, pregnancy, overdose, bipolar, schizophrenia, etc.), which may endanger the patient (suicidal) or other parties (homicidal).</li>
<li>Administer the BAM-R, C-SSRS, GAD-7, and PHQ-9 screening tools to determine the severity of the patient's mental/emotional status.</li>
<li>Evaluate the risk factors concerning each such case, considering the appropriateness of, and professionalism in treating such individuals in an OTP in comparison to treatment in a residential facility or other treatment modalities.</li>
<li>Review and ask about other practitioners' involvement in the treatment of these high-risk conditions. Recommend immediate referral to such a specialist in case of need. Request the patient sign a waiver for release of information which will allow communication with the other practitioner in case of need (e.g., deterioration of the patient&rsquo;s condition).</li>
<li>Flag high-risk patients to the Medical Directors, Physician Extenders, and Regional Clinical Leadership (RCL) and highlight the conditions concerned.</li>
<li>Refer such patients to the Medical Directors, Physician Extenders or RCLs (Regional Clinical Leadership) based on the urgency, utilizing the informal Referral Policy or the scheduled Treatment Team/Case Conference session.</li>
<li>Review physician notes, following the Medical Directors or Physician Extenders&rsquo; session with the patient, verifying that they noted and addressed the high-risk factor, or otherwise bring it immediately to the attention of the supervising counselor, as well as the clinic manager, until the matter&rsquo;s proper and professional handling by the physician or physician extender.</li>
<li>Advise, in writing, other staff members (including the clinic manager, supervising counselor, dispensing nurse and front office) of high-risk patients and their condition. Maintain and circulate minutes from treatment team/case conference sessions to the other staff members.</li>
</ul></li><li>Provide professional counseling and referral services by:
<ul><li>Addressing patients&rsquo; clinical and special needs by maintaining referrals to specialized (&ldquo;second tier&rdquo;) services rendered by physicians, physician extenders and counselors within Aegis, as well as referrals to Keys to Recovery (or other twelve-step) support groups, and other community resources (e.g., agencies and practitioners outside of Aegis), acting as a liaison to these agencies, as necessary.</li>
<li>Providing individual and group counseling as clinically necessary, to address the problem issues identified in the Initial Assessment and Treatment Plans. The counseling service will include protocols for the treatment of Relapse Prevention, Peer Pressure, Anger Management, Domestic Violence, Parenting, Family Preservation, Vocational Rehabilitation, etc.</li>
<li>Utilizing advanced counseling techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, etc.</li>
<li>Scheduling regular counseling sessions with patients; issue patient appointment cards and record scheduled or rescheduled sessions in EHR scheduler.</li>
<li>Documenting counseling entries, including signature and date, as required by applicable federal and state regulations, CARF guidelines and Pinnacle policies.</li>
<li>Engaging in Community Relations and Outreach efforts.</li>
<li>Attending all recommended training including Physician Training of Counselors, RCL training, and case conferences with the program physicians and physician assistants.</li>
<li>Collecting research data when requested.</li>
<li>Observing the collection of patients&rsquo; urine samples when required</li>
<li>Attend team meetings and complete all training courses timely as required.</li>
</ul></li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications:

Counselor I: $20/hour to $21/hour
<ul>
<li>Possess an associate degree in a relevant field or a majority of approved counselor certification courses, license, or certification necessary to provide counseling services to our patient population. Kern County requires a bachelor's degree or 75% of required counselor certification courses)</li>
<li>Possess counselor registration/certification by a &ldquo;Certifying Organization: recognized by the Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs. Proof of registration is required immediately once employed with a California Alcohol and Drug Program certifying body. Employees must be registered prior to providing any counseling services per the DHCS (Department of Health Care Services).</li>
<li>0 -2 years of experience</li>
</ul>
Counselor II: $21/hour to $24/hour
<ul>
<li>Possess an associate degree in a relevant field or a majority of approved counselor certification courses, license, or certification necessary to provide counseling services to our patient population. Kern County requires a bachelor's degree or 75% of required counselor certification courses)</li>
<li>Possess counselor registration/certification by a &ldquo;Certifying Organization: recognized by the Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs. Proof of registration is required immediately once employed with a California Alcohol and Drug Program certifying body. Employees must be registered prior to providing any counseling services per the DHCS (Department of Health Care Services).</li>
<li>2-5 years of experience OR Master level</li>
</ul>
Counselor III: $24/hour to $27/hour (Certified) &amp; $27/hour - $30/hour (Licensed)
<ul>
<li>Degrees must include being licensed, licensed eligible, or certified. Clinical skills must be effective in complex cases. Along with the below:</li>
<li>Possess certification as an Alcohol and Other Drug Counselor with a CA approved certification agency or current credentials as licensed or license-eligible with the Board of Behavioral Sciences or the Board of Psychology. If license-eligible, must maintain the Board&rsquo;s requirements to be able to practice including receiving the necessary amount of clinical supervision by a Board approved supervisor.</li>
<li>Proof of licensure or certification by a State approved regulatory agency is required immediately once employed. Employees must be credentialed prior to providing any counseling services per the DHCS (Department of Health Care Services).</li>
</ul>
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Counselor

STARS Behavioral Health Group

<div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">Partner with us in making a positive change!</h1>
Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare.
Job Title:
Mental Health Therapist
Division/Program:
Los Angeles: USC Crisis Residential Treatment (CS)
Starting Compensation:
71,604 - 73,819 USD Per Year
Working Location:
Los Angeles CA 90033
Working Hours/Shift:
Mon-Fri 8 am to 4:30 pm
Why Join Our Team?<ul><li>
Competitive Compensation: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.</li><li>
Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.</li><li>
Comprehensive Benefits Package:</li><li><ul><li>
Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.</li><li>
Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.</li></ul></li><li>
Professional Growth Opportunities:</li><li><ul><li>
On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.</li><li>
Career development programs designed to help you grow.</li><li>
Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).</li></ul></li></ul>
Employee Recognition &amp; Rewards: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication<div>
What you bring to SBHG (Qualifications):<ul><li>
Master&rsquo;s Degree in psychology, social work, or another related mental health field</li><li>
MHS II - Registered with the Board of Behavioral Science as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW) or Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC)</li><li>
MHS III - Registered with the Board of Behavioral Science as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)</li><li>
Must possess a valid CA driver's license and maintain a driving record that meets the company driver eligibility policy.</li><li>
First Aid certification from persons qualified by agencies including but not limited to the American Red Cross or obtain certification within 90 days of employment.</li></ul></div><div> 
How you will make a difference (Job Overview):</div><div>
This position assesses clients at the start of treatment (reviews as needed), develops and maintains treatment plans, and conducts family collateral and discharge planning. The MHS II is a clinical treatment team member who is also responsible for providing direct care to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of the clients through direct and indirect physical and verbal interaction. MHS II will also be engaged in admission and diagnostic formulation, screening incoming referrals, and work with referring parties (i.e. Social Workers, Nurses, hospital liaisons and etc.) to ensure appropriate client care and treatment planning. Duties are performed under the direct supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, but some tasks are accomplished independently.</div><div> 
Division/Program Overview:<ul><li>
16-bed facilities</li><li>
Designed for adults with mental health challenges or a recent crisis who need intensive treatment.</li><li>
24/7 programs as an alternative to urgent care or hospitalization.</li><li>
Individuals can live on-site in a homelike setting for a short term while they receive counseling and learn basic living and interpersonal skills.</li><li>
Able to receive physical and psychological evaluation, mental health, and case management services, in addition to assistance locating permanent housing.</li></ul></div>
Learn more about SBHG at: https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/
For Additional Information:
Stgarcia@starsinc.com
In accordance with California law, the grade for this position is 70,304.00 - 98,178.07. Placement within the grade is determined based on experience, internal equity, and other factors permitted by law.</div>

Mental Health Therapist

Envision Health Inc

<div>Position Summary

The Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) at Envision Health Inc. provides high-quality, evidence-based mental health services to adults. The LPC conducts clinical assessments, develops treatment plans, delivers therapeutic interventions, and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to support improved behavioral health outcomes. LPCs deliver services in alignment with Envision Health policies, DBHDS standards, and all applicable state and federal regulations.

Licensed Professional Counselors are trained mental health professionals who provide therapy to individuals, couples, families, and groups for emotional, behavioral, and mental health concerns while using evidence-based treatment approaches. 
Essential Duties &amp; Responsibilities

Clinical Services
<ul>
<li>Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial and diagnostic assessments.</li>
<li>Develop individualized, person-centered treatment plans and update as clinically indicated.</li>
<li>Provide individual, family, and group counseling using evidence-based interventions (CBT, solution-focused, trauma-informed approaches, etc.).</li>
<li>Deliver crisis intervention, stabilization, and safety planning services as needed.</li>
<li>Monitor client progress and modify treatment plans accordingly.</li>
</ul>
Documentation &amp; Compliance
<ul>
<li>Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation in the EHR (assessments, progress notes, treatment plans, discharge summaries).</li>
<li>Maintain compliance with HIPAA, DBHDS regulations, Medicaid standards, and Envision Health policies.</li>
<li>Participate in chart audits, peer review, and utilization review processes.</li>
</ul>
Collaboration &amp; Care Coordination
<ul>
<li>Collaborate with psychiatrists, nurses, QMHPs, case managers, and external providers for coordinated care.</li>
<li>Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, staffing, and supervision sessions.</li>
<li>Provide referrals and coordinate with community resources when appropriate.</li>
</ul>
Program Support &amp; Leadership
<ul>
<li>Provide clinical consultation to staff and support care coordination efforts.</li>
<li>Assist with staff training, quality improvement initiatives, and program development.</li>
<li>Represent Envision Health in community outreach and professional engagement activities.</li></ul> 


Qualifications &amp; Requirements

Education &amp; Licensure
<ul>
<li>Master&rsquo;s degree in Counseling, Psychology, or related behavioral health field.</li>
<li>Active Virginia Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) license required.</li>
<li>Eligibility for credentialing with Medicaid and commercial insurers preferred.</li>
</ul>
Experience
<ul>
<li>Minimum 1&ndash;2 years clinical counseling experience preferred.</li>
<li>Experience with diverse populations and behavioral health settings strongly preferred.</li>
</ul>
Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities
<ul>
<li>Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and treatment planning skills.</li>
<li>Excellent communication, interpersonal, and crisis intervention skills.</li>
<li>Knowledge of trauma-informed care, person-centered planning, and evidence-based practices.</li>
<li>Proficiency with EHR systems and clinical documentation standards.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.</li></ul> 


Work Environment &amp; Expectations
<ul>
<li>Services may be delivered in clinic, community, school, telehealth, or home-based settings.</li>
<li>May require flexible scheduling including evenings as needed for client care.</li>
<li>Must maintain continuing education and licensure requirements.</li></ul> 


Physical Requirements
<ul>
<li>Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.</li>
<li>Ability to travel locally for community-based services if required.</li></ul></div>

Jefferson Blount St Clair Mental Health Authority

<div>JOB DESCRIPTION: Oneonta City Schools SBMH Counselor
WORKING TITLE: Counselor
This Master's Level Counselor will be serving the Oneonta City School System. This counselor will provide assessment, individual therapy and group therapy, conflict resolution and other mental health services to identified students in the Oneonta City School system with severe emotional and/or behavioral problems that are interfering with their functioning at school and/or home. This counselor will also provide mental health care coordination for the Oneonta City School System.
Supervised By: Blount County Mental Health Coordinator
Division: Children's Services
Normal Working Hours/Days: Monday-Friday 8-5 with flexibility to meet client/family need.
Primary Job Functions
Responsible for interviewing, evaluating and assessing for mental health and other appropriate needs of children/families.
Responsible for properly assessing the unmet needs of the target population and devising an individualized service plan for each client.
Collaborates closely with the staff of the Oneonta City School System, as well as other community resources, in order to provide or access appropriate services to meet the needs of the target population (mental health services, school/special education service, etc.)
Responsible for individual group and family therapy with emphasis on behavior modification, Strategic Family Therapy, parent education and other therapeutic approaches as appropriate to treatment needs.
Provides accurate documentation of charts on a daily basis in an electronic medical record, including clinical assessments, case plans, treatment plans, referrals, data collections, case reviews and follow up tracking.
Responsible for providing and presenting clinical assessments and treatment goals at weekly staffings with supervisor.
Provides transportation to children and families when appropriate.
Performs other administrative duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in psychology, social work or counseling with an emphasis on clinical service for children and adolescents. Licensure preferred.
Two years&rsquo; experience working with children/adolescents with a serious emotional disturbance and their families in a community setting with an emphasis on clinical services is preferred.
Valid Alabama driver's license and driving record acceptable to agency automobile insurance carrier for inclusion on agency policy. Suitable automobile to permit the required travel. Must show and maintain car insurance equal to or in excess of the State of Alabama standards for automobile insurance coverage.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the special needs and behavioral characteristics of children/adolescents with a serious emotional disturbance and their families.
Knowledge of psychotherapy principals and techniques.
Knowledge of psychotropic medications, including their uses and side effects.
Ability to perform individual, group and family therapy to include behavior modification, parent education and problem-solving skills.
Ability to make clinical decisions/recommendations in crisis situations regarding children/adolescents with a serious emotional disturbance and their families.
Ability to communicate effectively with a multi-disciplinary team to include Department of Human Resources, Juvenile Probation Office/ Family Court, School Staff, and other mental health professionals.
Demonstrate communication skills- both expressive and written.
Ability to organize and manage one&rsquo;s own activities with a minimum of direct supervision.
Ability to utilize technology to complete electronic medical records
Ability to work flexible hours due to the special needs of the target population and their families.
Participate on a rotation 24 hour on call roster.</div>

Oneonta City Schools SBMH

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