Counselor Technician - Full Time - Days
REDISCOVER
Summary
Join ReDiscover's CoEd Department and be part of a mission-driven organization that's been transforming lives for over 50 years. As a non-profit community mental health center serving southeastern Jackson County, Missouri, we're passionate about helping individuals impacted by mental illness or substance use find hope, support, and healing.
Job description
About the CoEd Program
The Coed Substance Use Disorder program aims to help adults with a substance use or co-occurring disorder in an outpatient or residential setting. Through medication assisted treatment, paired with individualized therapy, group education, and case management, the Coed Substance Use Disorder program offers a well rounded holistic approach to client's needs.
What You'll Do
- Monitors clients in a safe environment, performing and documenting client safety rounds. This includes ADL monitoring and coaching (i.e. life skills, communication skills, community integration, etc.).
- Facilitates structured activities with clients in accordance with their goals and treatment plan.
- Demonstrates culturally competent respect for all clients, guests and staff through verbal and non-verbal behaviors and assists them as needed.
- Maintains cleanliness of the program space.
- Safeguards Protected Health Information (written and electronically) and maintains confidentiality. This may include providing written documentation, scanning and/or uploading records into the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system. This may also include requesting and/or releasing client information or medical records.
Requirements of the Position
- Availability to work a Full Time schedule (40 hours per week) Mon-Fri 7A-3:30P; all new hires are required to attend a one-week ReDiscover orientation as part of the onboarding process.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- A valid Missouri Class E automobile operator's license (or equivalent license in another state).
- Must carry all appropriate insurance on the vehicle being driven, necessary to comply with Missouri or Kansas State Law.
- Working knowledge of mental illness and substance use disorders preferred.
- Excellent customer service skills with a recovery focus.
- Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
- Intermediate computer skills in typing/keyboarding, Microsoft Word and Excel programs as well as the use of email.
Grow With Us
We're committed to your professional development and will support your growth as a Counselor Technician through training, collaboration, and meaningful work.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid Missouri Class E automobile operator's license (or equivalent license in another state)
- Must carry all appropriate insurance on the vehicle being driven, necessary to comply with Missouri or Kansas State Law
- Excellent customer service skills with a recovery focus
- Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
- Intermediate computer skills in typing/keyboarding, Microsoft Word and Excel programs as well as the use of email
- Working knowledge of mental illness and substance use disorders preferred
Company overview
REDISCOVER is a mental health care organization dedicated to providing comprehensive behavioral health services to individuals and communities. Operating within the mental health services sector, the company focuses on delivering evidence-based therapeutic interventions and support systems for those struggling with mental health challenges. While specific service details are limited, organizations like REDISCOVER typically offer a range of mental health services including individual counseling, group therapy, crisis intervention, and community outreach programs. The company's mission likely centers around helping individuals rediscover their mental well-being and achieve better psychological health outcomes. In the broader healthcare landscape, mental health service providers play a crucial role in addressing the growing need for accessible and effective mental health care, particularly as awareness and demand for these services continue to increase globally. REDISCOVER appears positioned within this important healthcare segment, contributing to the vital work of supporting mental wellness and recovery.