What are the responsibilities and job description for the Counselor (Intensive In-Home) position at Blue Ridge Health?
Overview:
COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement: At Blue Ridge Health, the health and safety of our employees, clients and patients is our top priority. That’s why all offers of employment are contingent on verifying that candidates are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, in accordance with federal mandates. Individuals may submit a request for exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical reasons or sincerely held religious beliefs.
Blue Ridge Health is currently seeking a Counselor to be part of our Intensive In-Home Behavioral Health Team in Franklin, NC
A newly hired Counselor/Behavioral Health Service Provider can receive a sign on bonus of up to $5,000.00, depending on the service agreement chosen. Service contracts are for 1, 2, or 3 years.
What We Offer You::- A competitive benefits plan, including Medical, Dental and Vision
- Company sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage
- 403(b) retirement account with company matching
- Supplemental accident insurance available
- 7 paid holidays per year
- PTO and Personal Day accrual, starting day 1 - (We value a work-life balance!)
- Flexible Schedules Available
- Additional compensation for on-call shifts
The Intensive In-Home (IIH) Counselor Position is responsible for providing a wide array of services to children and their families. Interventions used address the functional problems associated with the complex and/or complicated conditions of the identified population. These interventions are strength –based and focused on promoting symptom stability, increased coping skills, and achievement of the highest level of functioning in the community. This is a direct and indirect periodic service where the Intensive In-Home Staff provides direct intervention and also arranges, coordinates, and monitors services on behalf of the recipient. This service is provided in any location, (i.e. homes, schools, community, the office) to an individual child and family. Staff are available to assist with 24/7 crisis intervention and stabilization.
What We're Looking For::
- Master’s Degree in Social Work or Counseling-must be licensed or license eligible (LCAS/LCAS-A preferred)
- One year of full time experience with the mental health population
- Ability to perform bio-psychosocial assessments and develop and implement viable treatment plans
- Experience with Electronic Health Records
- Experience in individual and family therapy including recovery work
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Excellent listening and communication skills
- Bilingual preferred
At Blue Ridge Health our mission is to improve Health, inspire Hope, and advance Healing through access to Compassionate, Affordable, and Quality Care. We are seeking individuals with a passion for creating an exceptional patient and client care experience to join our team! We are a nonprofit system of Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) that works closely with communities to meet the ever-changing medical and behavioral healthcare needs of individuals throughout WNC.
COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement: At Blue Ridge Health, the health and safety of our employees, clients and patients is our top priority. That’s why all offers of employment are contingent on verifying that candidates are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, in accordance with federal mandates. Individuals may submit a request for exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical reasons or sincerely held religious beliefs.
At Blue Ridge Health, we provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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