- External
- Master's degree in Counseling or Psychology from an accredited school program.
- Two years of experience working with individuals with mental illness and developmental disabilities.
- Knowledgeable about the criminal justice system, court proceedings, and mental health treatment services.
- Agency Logo: Requisition ID: HEA096T
- Number of Openings: 1
- Shift: Day Job
- Posting End Date: Apr 16, 2024
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Behavioral Hlth Counselor 3
3 weeks ago
State of Georgia Columbus, United StatesUnder broad supervision, counsel with emphasis on prevention and/or behavior modification. Work with individuals and groups to promote optimum mental health. May help individuals deal with addictions and substance abuse, family, parenting and marital problems, suicide, stress man ...
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Behavioral Hlth Counselor Spv
3 weeks ago
State of Georgia Columbus, United StatesSupervises, guides, and/or instructs the work assignments of subordinate staff. Directs counseling program for a facility. Plans, develops, implements and administers appropriate services and programs for clients. Manages small case load. Supervises and plans work of assigned sta ...
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Behavioral Health Counselor
1 week ago
State of Georgia Columbus, United StatesUnder general supervision, counsel with emphasis on prevention and/or behavior modification. Works with individuals and groups to promote optimum mental health. May help individuals deal with addictions and substance abuse, family, parenting, and marital problems, suicide, stress ...
Behavioral Hlth Counselor 3 - Columbus, United States - State of Georgia
Description
Under broad supervision, counsel with emphasis on prevention and/or behavior modification. Work with individuals and groups to promote optimum mental health.
May help individuals deal with addictions and substance abuse, family, parenting and marital problems, suicide, stress management, problems with self-esteem and issues associated with aging and mental and emotional health.
May serve as team leader. Performs job responsibilities with minimal supervision. Serves as job expert or organization resource in assigned areas. Act as client advocate in order to coordinate required services or to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations. Collect information about clients through interviews, observation, and tests. Counsel clients in individual and group sessions to help them overcome dependencies, recover from illness, and adjust to life. Develop and implement treatment plans based on clinical experience and knowledge. Evaluate clients' physical or mental condition based on review of client information. Maintain confidentiality of records relating to client's treatment. May supervise professional staff and/or support level staff. Monitor, evaluate, and record client progress according to measurable goals described in treatment and care plan. Prepare and maintain all required treatment records and reports.Preferred Qualifications
Due to the high volume of resumes/applications received, we are unable to provide the status on each applicant by phone or email.
However, please be assured that your resume/application will be evaluated, and we will contact you if you are selected for an interview or we need further clarification/information.
Master's degree from an accredited college or university AND Two years of related experience OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in related field AND Four years of related experience OR One year of experience at the lower level Behavioral Hlth Counselor 2 (HCP101) or position equivalentNote:
Some positions may require certification or licensure.
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