Substance Use Counselor (HRC)

There is a place for you at Highland Rivers Behavioral Health!

Highland Rivers provides treatment and recovery services to individuals impacted by mental illness; substance use disorders and intellectual developmental disabilities.

Job Summary: Highland Rivers Behavioral Health helps individuals learn how to manage life issues and day-to- day living without the use of mood- or mind-altering substances or drugs. Program services promote recovery, self-sufficiency, development of support networks and other important life skills to enhance mental health and reduce the risk of needing inpatient treatment.

Are you ready to make a Difference?

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct groups, individual counseling and psychoeducation as delineated via program licensure by Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH)/Health Facility Regulation (HFR).
• Follow established guidelines in the Program Plan.
• Complete Service Plan Development's, and all other supporting assessments, including UDS, & documentation for individuals.
• Maintains a caseload of individuals ensuring compliance with policies and procedures re: documentation and services are being provided per and individual's treatment plan recommendations.
• Follow-up calls with referrals and participation in Treatment/consultation/clinical team meetings.
• Complete monthly Treatment Plan reviews and discharge/transition persons served, as clinically indicated.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications :

• Bachelors Degree in Helping Field
• CACII, CADCII, NCAC, or MAC
• At least 1 year experience working in Mental Health or substance use disorder field
• Bilingual abilities a plus