Behavioral Hlth Counselor 1

Salary: $45,498.96 (Non-Credentialed) $47,773.91 (Credentialed) Hiring Incentives: 5% increase at 12 month anniversary and 5% upon initial credentialing (i.e. Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CADC/CAC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or comparable credential; DCS offers internal clinical supervision and continuing education credits to pursue certification through the Alcohol & Drug Certification Board of GA (ADACBGA) and free CEUs for credentialed staff. Primary Duties & Responsibilities: 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 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: Completion of an undergraduate degree in a related field and one year of experience providing individual and/or group counseling services for a caseload of clients who have been identified to have a substance abuse need. PLEASE NOTE: 1. This posting is subject to close once a suitable candidate has been selected. 2. No applicant information will be accepted by email. Please apply on http://team.georgia.gov/careers/ only. Due to the large volume of applications received by this office, only applicants selected for interview will be notified for final applicant selection. Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university OR certification as an addiction counselor from the Georgia Addiction Counselors Association (GACA) or equivalent certification.