What are the responsibilities and job description for the Counselor - Residential position at Northpointe Council, Inc.?
*Cover letter & salary requirements are required*
Northpointe Council, Inc. is hiring a full-time (35 hours/week) Counselor to work at our First Step Center, which is a 24 Bed Detox facility. Schedules vary; candidates will need to have availability for some weekend shifts.
*Must be available to work some weekend shifts*
Our mission at Northpointe Council, Inc. is to provide high-quality person-centered prevention, intervention, treatment and recovery to those affected by substance use disorders and other addictions from the Greater Niagara Area.
Seeking candidates who are empathetic and passionate about helping others on their path to recovery. Job duties include providing individual and group therapy to individuals and families that are coping with concerns related to substance use.
Required Experience:
Prefer two (2) years paid full time experience in a mental health or substance use disorders setting OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
Educational Requirements:
Prefer Master's Degree (M.A. /M.S.) or equivalent in Counseling, Social Work or Rehabilitation Counseling.
Licensure or Certification Requirements:
Prefer Qualified Health Professional (QHP) as defined by New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS) regulation.
MHC-P
LMHC
LMSW
LCSW
CASAC
Counselors Skills Set Includes:
Seeking candidates who possess a strong foundation in client engagement, counseling, clinical evaluation, treatment planning, referral, client, family and community education, documentation, service coordination, professional and ethical responsibilities, along with a positive “can do” approach.
Benefits Include:
Health Insurance - *Employer contribution towards premium & HRA with Employer contribution*
Employer-paid Basic Life Insurance
Voluntary Dental, Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (Guardian); Supplemental Life Insurance for spouse and/or children
403b - Retirement Plan (Mutual of America) *Employer Contribution after 2 years*
Paid sick, personal and vacation time
12 Paid holidays
Short-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical & Dependent Care)
Employee Assistance Program (eviCore EAP)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Niagara Falls, NY 14303: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: One location