BHS Counselor, Behavioral Health Clinic, .8, Day Shift

Description

Performs a wide variety of patient care activities related to behavioral health.

Completes substance abuse evaluations in compliance with documentation guidelines.

Completes and initiates treatment plans and treatment plan reviews in compliance with documentation guidelines. Assumes overall responsibility for coordinating patient care while in service program.

Provides and documents individual, family, and group therapy as assigned.

Monitors patient attendance and length of time in services; coordinates a discharge plan and recommendations for further treatment, as appropriate.

Initiates and facilitates crisis prevention and intervention, providing emergency crisis services as needed and assigned.

Participates in hospital billing process to secure maximum reimbursement for services.

Qualifications

Minimum Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

*Years of relevant experience may be substituted for required education.

Required Skills

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Required Skills

Licenses:

State of Michigan Licensed Bachelor's Social Worker (LBSW) (Preferred)

Certifications:

Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS-HCP)

Certified Addiction Counselor (Preferred)

Minimum Work Experience

2 years alcohol and drug treatment setting

1 year therapeutic experience with chemical dependency (Preferred)

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