Counselor at Gosnold – West Falmouth, Massachusetts

The Counselor will conduct patient assessments, including level of care appropriateness, risks, and strengths. This role requires demonstrated knowledge of the disease of addiction, twelve-step recovery principles, addiction and/or mental health treatment, and other evidence-based practices in related clinical issues. The Counselor will promote recovery through role-modeling and respectful interactions with patients and colleagues.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in the development, implementation, and modification of treatment plans and continuing care plans.
• Complete required documentation in accordance with Gosnold policy and regulatory standards.
• Provide individual and group counseling and psycho-educational sessions.
• Participate in the coordination of care with other professionals and/or family.
• Abide by Gosnold professional code of ethics including those applicable to confidentiality, dual relationships, and professional stature as a Gosnold representative.
• Participate in continuing education necessary for certification requirements.
• Acquire documentation, assessment, case management, and treatment planning skills.
• Display an understanding of appropriate patient-staff boundaries.
• Work under and respond to supervision.
• Interact with patients in a professional manner.
• As directed under supervision, interact with the financial and utilization management staff for reimbursement.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, Experience, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform the job.

• Education: Completion of an addiction certificate program and be within one (1) calendar year of eligibility to sit for the certification examination, or a Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline or substantial experience working in the human service or social service field.
• Experience: Experience working in a team treatment approach in a multi-disciplinary clinical setting.
• Skills: Excellent customer service, verbal, and written communication skills. Computer literacy and working familiarity with technology.
• BENEFITS (based on full-time employment):
  • Blue Cross & Blue Shield health and dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts
  • Generous paid vacation, sick, and holiday time
  • 403b retirement savings plan with employer match
  • Personal financial management services
  • Life and supplemental life insurance
  • Critical illness and accident insurance
  • Family First caregiver benefit
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Pet insurance
  • Tuition assistance

• Gosnold is an Equal Opportunity Employer.