Substance Use Counselor (Provisional License)

Information About this Position40 hours per weekDay ShiftMonday - Friday; No Weekends, Holidays or On-CallBenefits EligibleSalaried Company and Job OverviewBJC Behavioral Health is a community health center that provides and coordinates behavioral health services for more than 8,000 seriously mentally ill adults and seriously emotionally disturbed children in St. Louis City, St. Louis County, St. Franí§ois, Iron and Washington counties. As an Administrative Agent of the Missouri Department of Mental Health (DMH), BJC Behavioral Health serves as a major point of entry for people eligible for mental health services funded by DMH and is responsible for serving as gatekeeper to the public mental health system.Role PurposeThe Substance Use Counselor provides early intervention, treatment and ongoing therapy to persons identified with substance use disorders. This position also assists with medication services for the treatment of addictions. This position provides service to youth, adults and groups alike.ResponsibilitiesCompletes intake for individuals requesting services; assesses the needs of the patient and their eligibility for service; identifies substance use, based on symptomology and treatment history.Plans and conducts individual sessions, group counseling and follow-up sessions in accordance with standards.Develops and facilitates education for individual clients and groups; educates clients on substance use topics and how to avoid and/or reduce use.Maintains contact with referral resources in the community; refers patients to community providers or to other agencies who can provide a higher level care.BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.Performs Other Responsibilities as AssignedMinimum RequirementsMaster''s Degree2-5 years experienceLicensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Preferred QualificationsMissouri Credentialing Board for Substance Use Disorder ProfessionalsBenefits StatementNote: not all benefits apply to all openings- Comprehensive medical, dental, life insurance, and disability plan options- Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan- 401(k) plan- Tuition Assistance- Health Care and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts- On-Site Fitness Center (depending on location)- Paid Time Off Program for vacation, holiday and sick time*Pension does not apply to Memorial Hospital, Memorial Hospital East, Alton Memorial or Parkland Health CenterLegal StatementThe above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.Equal Opportunity Employer

Created: 2021-11-29