AIMS Rehab Counselor I (2378)

Job Purpose:
- The AIMS Rehab Counselor I at LIFESTREAM BEHAVIORAL CENTER is responsible for providing comprehensive rehabilitation counseling services to individuals with mental health and substance abuse challenges. The primary goal is to support clients in achieving their personal recovery goals by developing individualized treatment plans, facilitating group and individual therapy sessions, and coordinating with other healthcare professionals to ensure a holistic approach to rehabilitation.

Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct assessments to evaluate clients' needs, strengths, and goals.
- Develop and implement personalized rehabilitation plans in collaboration with clients.
- Facilitate individual and group counseling sessions to support clients in their recovery journey.
- Monitor and document clients' progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including psychiatrists, social workers, and other counselors, to provide comprehensive care.
- Provide crisis intervention and support as needed.
- Educate clients and their families about mental health and substance abuse issues.
- Maintain accurate and confidential client records in accordance with organizational and legal standards.
- Participate in ongoing professional development and training to stay current with best practices in rehabilitation counseling.
- Advocate for clients' needs and rights within the community and healthcare systems.

Qualifications

Required Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Rehabilitation Counseling, or a related field.

Required Experience:
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in a rehabilitation counseling setting or a similar therapeutic environment.
- Experience working with individuals with mental health or substance abuse issues is preferred.
- Familiarity with case management and treatment planning.

Required Skills and Abilities:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with clients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to develop and implement individualized rehabilitation plans.
- Proficiency in maintaining detailed and accurate client records.
- Knowledge of therapeutic techniques and interventions relevant to mental health and substance abuse.
- Capability to assess client needs and progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
- Competence in crisis intervention and conflict resolution.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.

LifeStream Benefits

- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

- Short Term Disability

- Pension Plan

- 403(b)

- PTO (Over 4 weeks your 1st year!)

- Flexible Work Schedules

- Tuition Reimbursement Program

- Free Telehealth Services

- And More!