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Operation PAR, Inc.

Counselor

Operation PAR, Inc., Largo, Florida, United States, 34640

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Base pay range: $19.80/yr - $24.76/yr

About the Organization Operation PAR, Inc. is a non‑profit organization offering the full continuum of services for individuals with substance use and/or mental health disorders. PAR has been providing comprehensive behavioral health treatment in west Florida since 1970 through advocacy, education, clinical service, and research.

Benefits

9 paid holidays per year

3 weeks of PTO per year (on top of holidays). PTO increases to 4 weeks/year after 2 years of employment, and then to 5 weeks/year after 5 years of employment.

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

401k matching

Tuition reimbursement

General Description Performs substance abuse and mental health counseling work on an individual patient basis and in a group setting. Duties primarily consist of conducting and documenting services such as counseling, psycho‑educational groups, psychosocial assessment, case management, and treatment planning. Counseling includes discussion of issues associated with patient’s substance use and other co‑occurring conditions to work toward a constructive resolution of those problems and ultimately toward recovery. May be required to use telehealth services to provide clinical screenings, assessments, and counseling.

Scope of Practice

Screening and psychosocial assessment

Treatment planning and referral

Service coordination and consultation

Continuing assessment and treatment plan reviews

Recovery support services

Crisis intervention

Individual, family, and community education

Documentation of progress

Counseling, including:

Individual counseling

Group counseling

Counseling with families, couples, and significant others

Essential Job Functions

Commitment to workplace of dignity and respect

Compliance with all Equal Employment Opportunity rules and guidelines

Ability to work with others cooperatively and cordially in a spirit of teamwork

Ability to appear at work as scheduled, mindful of the company’s attendance policies

Ability to accept direction from managers and supervisors in a respectful and collaborative manner

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s or master’s degree from an accredited university or college with a major in counseling, social work, psychology, nursing, rehabilitation, special education, health education, or a related human services field.

Registered marriage and family therapy, clinical social work, and mental health counseling intern.

Certified master’s degree level addiction professional (MCAP) certified by the Florida Certification Board

Certified addictions professional (CAP) certified by the Florida Certification Board

Certified addiction counselor (CAC) certified by the Florida Certification Board

Special Requirements

Valid driver’s license

Must pass a level II background check and drug screen

Must maintain current training as required by Operation PAR, Inc. policies

Essential Physical/Technical Skills

Ability to write accurately and legibly

Moderate proficiency in the use of Microsoft Windows-based computers

Ability to accurately type at least 40 words per minute.

Ability to sit at a desk and view a display screen for extended periods of time

Ability to bend, stoop and reach

Ability to sit in meetings for extended periods of time

Ability to move throughout program facilities both indoors and outdoors

Ability to lift and carry 10 pounds

Good hearing and vision

Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.

Environmental Conditions

Treatment program / office

Fast paced environment

Exposure to individuals who may be experiencing emotional distress or agitation

Possible exposure to clients with communicable diseases

Veterans encouraged to apply. Operation PAR Inc is a drug‑free workplace that adheres to federal regulations as it pertains to marijuana use.

EOE/ADA/VETERANS/DFWP

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