Counselor at Behavioral Health Network in Springfield, MA

COUNSELOR Are you passionate about being positive force in the lives of women recovering from substance abuse? Join our team of competent and compassionate professionals as a Counselor in the My Sister’s House program at Behavioral Health Network!   Your experience, knowledge and great skills will support the My Sister’s House program with the following: • Supporting the growth, independence, and safety of women overcoming substance use addiction through commitment to their empowerment, human rights, and community integration. • Developing and implementing assessments & treatment plans. • Providing individuals with referrals and access to agencies for aftercare planning. • Facilitating diverse psycho-educational groups for the individuals served. • Overseeing the activities and services for individuals to ensure compliance & provide the best recovery-based environment possible. • Assisting the Clinical Supervisor with individuals’ chart reviews and participating in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings. • Completing documentation in a timely fashion. • Abiding by licensing, funding, safety, and maintenance concerns. • Providing transportation, crisis intervention, and emergency services when needed.   Who are we? My Sister’s House at BHN serves women ages 18 and up, including pregnant and post-partum women and their infants, who are working to recover from addiction and improve their lives. BHN employees at the 24-hour long-term program serve the women by providing a range of services including counseling, educational services, living skills training, parenting groups, and more.   Reasons to work with BHN: • Work with an agency who does amazing things for others • You will be able to change a person’s life • You will expand your experience in various areas of mental & behavioral health • You will have the opportunity to grow within the agency • You will not be bored with our fast-paced environment • You will have excellent benefits package & time off benefits available   There is lots of room to learn and grow as a Counselor at My Sister’s House! Counselors take on a leadership role, serving as positive role models for women newly in recovery. Under the supervision of an experienced clinical social worker, Counselors receive weekly individual and group supervision and clinical training and learn evidence-based recovery interventions. Counselors can apply their own recovery-based skills and passions to develop groups, activities, and further contribute to the program.   What are we looking for in a Counselor? • Commitment to empowerment and growth, human rights, and community integration for individuals served (required). • High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent (required); Associate’s Degree or higher (preferred). • At least one year of experience working in substance treatment environment (required). • Working knowledge of DPH Bureau of Substance Abuse regulations. • Familiarity with Internet, word processing and email systems. • Valid Driver’s License & reliable vehicle available for use during all working hours (required).   How do I apply to be a Counselor? If you are interested in this opportunity, please visit our website at www.bhnworks.org and click on “Browse All Jobs” to apply!   BHN maintains its commitment to social justice and diversity and strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.   Available Schedules: Full Time: Tuesday-Thursday, 12:00pm-8:30pm; Friday, 10:00am-6:30pm; Saturday, 8:00am-4:30pm   Pay Rate: $22.50/hr