Job Description:

Job Title: Counselor/Associate Counselor

Location: Potosi, Missouri

Department: Recovery Services

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

Become part of a dynamic team that makes a real difference in the lives of those overcoming mental health and substance use challenges. We seek compassionate individuals with a passion for promoting recovery and empowering clients to reach their full potential. Join our mission of providing life-changing support and guiding individuals towards a brighter future. Bring your empathy, resilience, and commitment to excellence as we work together to create a lasting, positive impact.

As a Counselor/Associate Counselor, you will play a vital role in assisting individuals with mental health and/or substance use disorders to improve their daily living and working abilities. Under the close supervision of a Qualified Addiction Professional, you will collaborate with clients to develop individualized treatment plans, facilitate counseling sessions, and provide comprehensive support throughout their recovery journey.

Potosi, Missouri, offers a warm and welcoming community where you can truly make a difference. Immerse yourself in the vibrant local culture, enjoy the natural beauty, and be part of a close-knit team dedicated to serving those in need.

The Counselor/Associate Counselor position offers...

All-Inclusive Employee Benefits Package - A robust full-time employee benefits package encompassing health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, wellness program, and moreTelemedicine - 24/7 phone, web, or mobile app medical, behavioral health, & dermatology visitsEmployee Assistance Program - 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no costPaid Time Off - 29 days per year including vacation & holiday payWorkplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagementRetirement options

Key Responsibilities:

Participate in client screening/assessment processes under licensed/qualified counselor supervisionDevelop individualized treatment plans aligned with regulatory guidelinesMaintain timely and accurate documentation of services providedFacilitate group counseling, family conferences, and individual sessionsAssist clients in transitioning through the recovery processComplete required training and professional developmentFoster positive relationships with clients, referral sources, and colleaguesManage crisis situations and notify supervisors as per policies

Experience and Education Qualifications:

A trainee that meets the requirements for registration, supervision, and professional development as set forth by either:The Missouri Credentialing Board, Inc.:
ORThe appropriate board of professional registration with the Department of Economic Development for licensure as a psychologist, professional counselor, or social worker

Additional Qualifications:

Successful completion of background check, including criminal record, driving record, and abuse/neglectObtain driver's license in state of residencyWillingness to become licensed in additional states and provide telehealth servicesFirst Aid and CPR certification within 3 months of employmentCompletion of required training (e.g., New Hire Orientation, Relias Learning, Behavioral Management)

Keywords: Counselor, Associate Counselor, Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Recovery, Treatment Planning, Group Counseling, Case Management, Telehealth

Position Perks & Benefits:

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 human being, and encourages your health and happiness

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 value diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are passionate about empowering your local communities and promoting health equity, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization that is committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive and authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expressions, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.

Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.