Job Description

Mountain Care Network is a West Virginia-based licensed behavioral health agency seeking to improve the lives of fellow West Virginians. We are licensed clinicians in our communities providing quality mental health services to children, adolescents, adults, and families.

We are seeking a passionate and energetic, Bachelor's level mental health professional to join our team to provide services in West Virginia! We love new grads!

Job Duties

Under the supervision of the designated Clinical Therapist, the Supportive Counselor is responsible for ensuring the accomplishment of the program's goals and objectives by providing counseling services to the target population. The Supportive Counselor will ensure compliance with safe work practices and maintain safe environments in compliance with established agency standards, licensing regulations and generally accepted practice. Assist in the daily needs of participants, including the participation in interdisciplinary team treatment plans. Provide observation, ongoing assessment and therapeutic intervention consistent with physical and psychological status. Provide individual and/or group therapy for participants to achieve therapeutic goals. Participate in the treatment/care plan, initial assessment, level of care considerations and discharge planning.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Social Work, or a closely related field Knowledge of trauma treatment and family systems theory Experience working with at risk populations and their families Knowledge of specific software programs used within your organization Excellent listening and communication skills Ability to make psychosocial assessments and develop and implement care plans Ability to provide after-hours service as needed Valid driver's license
Responsibilities

Provide individual / group counseling. Oversee the needs of a caseload of 30 clients or more Maintain accurate clinical records and other written documentation. Attend treatment team meetings. Develop and update treatment plans. Provide progress reports for treatment team meetings. Attend necessary training as well as assist with training when necessary. Participate in clinical staffing, clinical supervision, and team building. Assess risk of suicide plan intervention Develop Aftercare plan with client participation. Participate in program development as needed. Maintain a therapeutic relationship with the participant and family. Assist Supervisor and any other assigned staff with tasks as needed. Maintenance, upkeep and cleanliness of the center.
Other

Physical Demands: The demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to verbally convey detailed information or important instructions or ideas accurately or quickly. Must be able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information. Average visual acuity is necessary. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee. Other duties as assigned may be part of the job.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here represent those a therapist/counselor encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate with frequent interruptions while performing multiple tasks. Works in a well lighted/ventilated office and other facilities. Attends and participates in continuing education programs. Ability to work with program participants, family members, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances. May be subjected to infectious or hazardous substances, etc.

Cultural Competence

The Supportive Counselor must endeavor to expand, enable and ensure equality for everyone. MCN provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35,000.00 - $38,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Vision insurance
Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:

Charleston, WV 25301 (Required)
Work Location: In person