BestSelf Behavioral Health
Senior Counselor of BestResponse Intensive Crisis Center
BestSelf Behavioral Health, Buffalo, New York, United States, 14266
Senior Counselor of BestResponse Intensive Crisis Center
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Senior Counselor of BestResponse Intensive Crisis Center
role at
BestSelf Behavioral Health .
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Salary Range:
$48,000 - $56,000 (personalized salary reflecting your related experience and academic/credentialed background).
Schedule:
Overnight/Weekend Shifts.
Available Shift:
12am-8am.
We’re proud to offer competitive differentials to reward your commitment and specialized skills:
Crisis Differential - Earn up to $2,500 annually
Shift Differential - Earn an additional $1.00/hour for shifts from 4PM-12AM, and $1.50/hour for shifts from 12AM-8AM
Language Differential - Bilingual? Let us know during the hiring process, you may be eligible to earn an extra $1.25/hour
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position is responsible for oversight of assigned Counselors, Counselor Assistants, and other staff as assigned by Program Director. Supervisory responsibilities include consistent coaching, feedback & development, review & approval of timecards, and completing performance reviews & development plans.
Position Responsibilities
Provide clinical supervision to assigned staff. May supervise student interns.
Review and sign treatment plans developed by program staff.
Assign new cases to staff according to client needs and staff skills.
Conduct utilization review of client charts to determine completeness of chart, appropriateness of treatment, and medical necessity for continued care or recommendations for alternate care.
Provide initial and ongoing assessments of clients, including client history, evaluation of problems, and formulation of diagnosis.
Meet agency Key Performance Indicators.
Develop initial and ongoing treatment plans describing the goals of treatment and the methods to be used.
Provide individual, family, and group counseling and psychotherapy to assist clients in achieving treatment goals.
Assist clients with linkages to appropriate community resources to enhance treatment and recovery.
With appropriate releases of information, communicate with others in client service systems to coordinate care, such as primary care physicians, insurance companies, and other service providers.
Maintain client confidentiality at all times following all agency and HIPAA policies.
Complete all required trainings by the agency.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Master's degree in a human service field plus at least 3 years counseling experience in a mental health setting.
LCSW or LMHC required -OR- ability to obtain within 6 months.
2 years of experience working with children & families preferred.
Bi-lingual preferred.
Knowledge of a variety of intervention techniques, including motivational enhancement; common mental disabilities, chemical dependency interventions and resources.
Excellent communication skills.
Experience with Electronic Medical Records databases and basic computer skills.
Appreciation of cultural diversity and awareness of cross-cultural counseling issues.
Some Things You Can Look Forward To
Welcoming, team environment that inspires you to thrive and be your BestSelf!
Rewarding work experience!
Generous paid time off
Flexible schedule
Quarterly productivity bonus up to $2,000 per quarter
Various student loan forgiveness programs
Multiple and diverse health insurance options
Many other unique lifestyle & personal insurance options
Tuition reimbursement
CASAC certification tuition support
Professional license/certification renewal reimbursement
Defensive driving course reimbursement (if required for position)
Career growth and advancement opportunities
We look forward to telling you more!
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Contract
Job Function Other
Industries Mental Health Care
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Senior Counselor of BestResponse Intensive Crisis Center
role at
BestSelf Behavioral Health .
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Salary Range:
$48,000 - $56,000 (personalized salary reflecting your related experience and academic/credentialed background).
Schedule:
Overnight/Weekend Shifts.
Available Shift:
12am-8am.
We’re proud to offer competitive differentials to reward your commitment and specialized skills:
Crisis Differential - Earn up to $2,500 annually
Shift Differential - Earn an additional $1.00/hour for shifts from 4PM-12AM, and $1.50/hour for shifts from 12AM-8AM
Language Differential - Bilingual? Let us know during the hiring process, you may be eligible to earn an extra $1.25/hour
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position is responsible for oversight of assigned Counselors, Counselor Assistants, and other staff as assigned by Program Director. Supervisory responsibilities include consistent coaching, feedback & development, review & approval of timecards, and completing performance reviews & development plans.
Position Responsibilities
Provide clinical supervision to assigned staff. May supervise student interns.
Review and sign treatment plans developed by program staff.
Assign new cases to staff according to client needs and staff skills.
Conduct utilization review of client charts to determine completeness of chart, appropriateness of treatment, and medical necessity for continued care or recommendations for alternate care.
Provide initial and ongoing assessments of clients, including client history, evaluation of problems, and formulation of diagnosis.
Meet agency Key Performance Indicators.
Develop initial and ongoing treatment plans describing the goals of treatment and the methods to be used.
Provide individual, family, and group counseling and psychotherapy to assist clients in achieving treatment goals.
Assist clients with linkages to appropriate community resources to enhance treatment and recovery.
With appropriate releases of information, communicate with others in client service systems to coordinate care, such as primary care physicians, insurance companies, and other service providers.
Maintain client confidentiality at all times following all agency and HIPAA policies.
Complete all required trainings by the agency.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Master's degree in a human service field plus at least 3 years counseling experience in a mental health setting.
LCSW or LMHC required -OR- ability to obtain within 6 months.
2 years of experience working with children & families preferred.
Bi-lingual preferred.
Knowledge of a variety of intervention techniques, including motivational enhancement; common mental disabilities, chemical dependency interventions and resources.
Excellent communication skills.
Experience with Electronic Medical Records databases and basic computer skills.
Appreciation of cultural diversity and awareness of cross-cultural counseling issues.
Some Things You Can Look Forward To
Welcoming, team environment that inspires you to thrive and be your BestSelf!
Rewarding work experience!
Generous paid time off
Flexible schedule
Quarterly productivity bonus up to $2,000 per quarter
Various student loan forgiveness programs
Multiple and diverse health insurance options
Many other unique lifestyle & personal insurance options
Tuition reimbursement
CASAC certification tuition support
Professional license/certification renewal reimbursement
Defensive driving course reimbursement (if required for position)
Career growth and advancement opportunities
We look forward to telling you more!
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Contract
Job Function Other
Industries Mental Health Care
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