Burrell Behavioral Health
Job Description
Job Title: Counselor
Location: Jefferson City, MO
Department: Recovery Services
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary: As a Counselor, you will be responsible for assisting individuals with mental health and/or substance use disorder(s) in accordance with their treatment plan to improve their ability to perform tasks in their daily living and educational/working environments.
Position Perks & Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits:
Health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, and more.
Generous Paid Time Off:
[Insert number] days annually, including vacation and holiday pay.
Training & Development:
Ongoing opportunities for professional development and growth.
Supportive Work Environment:
A collaborative culture that values staff well-being.
Employee Recognition:
Acknowledgment of your contributions and impact on clients and communities.
Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life.
Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more.
Top‑notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive.
Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within.
Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well‑being, values you as a human being, and encourages your health and happiness.
Key Responsibilities
Intake and Assessment:
Complete intake/screening/assessment processes within appropriate time frames as designated by state regulatory/accrediting body/agency standards.
Treatment Planning:
Develop treatment plans for clients in accordance with state regulatory/accrediting body guidelines that demonstrate individualization based on information gathered from assessment.
Documentation:
Document all services provided in accordance with state regulatory/accrediting body/agency standards, ensuring timely entry and correction of any file/charting deficiencies.
Crisis Intervention:
Handle crisis situations as they arise and facilitate group counseling, group education, family conferences, and individual sessions focused on resolving problems related to substance use.
Professional Representation:
Represent the agency within the community in a professional manner and maintain positive relationships with referral sources, clients, and coworkers.
Training Requirements:
Complete annual training identified through the individualized training plan meeting minimum training hours as required.
Other Duties:
Additional responsibilities as assigned by Clinical Supervisor, Program Director, Vice President, or Executive Team members.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Counseling Techniques:
Thorough knowledge of caseload management and rehabilitation methods, principles, and techniques related to mental health and substance use disorder treatment.
Effective Communication:
Capable of communicating ideas clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing to produce clear and concise reports.
Client Rapport:
Ability to establish rapport with the client/patient population and employ effective methods and counseling techniques to assist in recovery.
Legal Knowledge:
Considerable knowledge of the legal requirements and court procedures related to treating mental health and substance use disorders.
Experience and Education Qualifications
Missouri:
Master’s or bachelor’s degree (non‑licensed) in a human services field, and/or certified/credentialed to provide services within the scope of practice.
Hold credentials defined by the Missouri Credentialing Board, Inc. (MCB) such as Qualified Addiction Professional, Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), or similar designations.
Kansas:
Hold credentials as defined by the Kansas Behavioral Science Regulatory Board, Licensed Addictions Counselor (LAC) or Licensed Clinical Addictions Counselor (LCAC).
Individuals must be willing to become credentialed in additional states and are comfortable providing telehealth services.
Employment Requirements
Background Check:
Successful completion of background checks, including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint checks.
Orientation & Training:
Completion of New Hire Orientation at the beginning of employment and all required training, including Relias courses.
Driver’s License:
Current valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance.
Certifications:
First Aid and CPR certifications within specified time frames, and completion of specific behavioral management training.
Training Requirement:
Achievement of fifty (50) hour training requirement annually (Missouri Only).
Brightli is on a Mission: A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.
As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission‑driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Preferred Family Health Care is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.
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Location: Jefferson City, MO
Department: Recovery Services
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary: As a Counselor, you will be responsible for assisting individuals with mental health and/or substance use disorder(s) in accordance with their treatment plan to improve their ability to perform tasks in their daily living and educational/working environments.
Position Perks & Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits:
Health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, and more.
Generous Paid Time Off:
[Insert number] days annually, including vacation and holiday pay.
Training & Development:
Ongoing opportunities for professional development and growth.
Supportive Work Environment:
A collaborative culture that values staff well-being.
Employee Recognition:
Acknowledgment of your contributions and impact on clients and communities.
Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life.
Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more.
Top‑notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive.
Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within.
Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well‑being, values you as a human being, and encourages your health and happiness.
Key Responsibilities
Intake and Assessment:
Complete intake/screening/assessment processes within appropriate time frames as designated by state regulatory/accrediting body/agency standards.
Treatment Planning:
Develop treatment plans for clients in accordance with state regulatory/accrediting body guidelines that demonstrate individualization based on information gathered from assessment.
Documentation:
Document all services provided in accordance with state regulatory/accrediting body/agency standards, ensuring timely entry and correction of any file/charting deficiencies.
Crisis Intervention:
Handle crisis situations as they arise and facilitate group counseling, group education, family conferences, and individual sessions focused on resolving problems related to substance use.
Professional Representation:
Represent the agency within the community in a professional manner and maintain positive relationships with referral sources, clients, and coworkers.
Training Requirements:
Complete annual training identified through the individualized training plan meeting minimum training hours as required.
Other Duties:
Additional responsibilities as assigned by Clinical Supervisor, Program Director, Vice President, or Executive Team members.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Counseling Techniques:
Thorough knowledge of caseload management and rehabilitation methods, principles, and techniques related to mental health and substance use disorder treatment.
Effective Communication:
Capable of communicating ideas clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing to produce clear and concise reports.
Client Rapport:
Ability to establish rapport with the client/patient population and employ effective methods and counseling techniques to assist in recovery.
Legal Knowledge:
Considerable knowledge of the legal requirements and court procedures related to treating mental health and substance use disorders.
Experience and Education Qualifications
Missouri:
Master’s or bachelor’s degree (non‑licensed) in a human services field, and/or certified/credentialed to provide services within the scope of practice.
Hold credentials defined by the Missouri Credentialing Board, Inc. (MCB) such as Qualified Addiction Professional, Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), or similar designations.
Kansas:
Hold credentials as defined by the Kansas Behavioral Science Regulatory Board, Licensed Addictions Counselor (LAC) or Licensed Clinical Addictions Counselor (LCAC).
Individuals must be willing to become credentialed in additional states and are comfortable providing telehealth services.
Employment Requirements
Background Check:
Successful completion of background checks, including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint checks.
Orientation & Training:
Completion of New Hire Orientation at the beginning of employment and all required training, including Relias courses.
Driver’s License:
Current valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance.
Certifications:
First Aid and CPR certifications within specified time frames, and completion of specific behavioral management training.
Training Requirement:
Achievement of fifty (50) hour training requirement annually (Missouri Only).
Brightli is on a Mission: A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.
As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission‑driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Preferred Family Health Care is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.
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