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The following are the available PROFESSIONAL position(s) effective immediately:
Position: Program Counselors
General Function:
Performs basic alcohol and substance abuse counseling. Performs case management functions. Ensures that client receives the resources and services needed to participate in a recovery program. Must be able to work semi-independent and be self-directed. Must possess good decision making skills and exercise professional judgement. Must be an advocate for the client. Must possess good group/individual counseling skills. Possess the ability to engage the client and family in the treatment process. Must be able to assist in conducting screenings, assessment, and documentation of client care, which is entered into the Behavioral Health Integrate Providers System (BHIPS) database.
Requirements:
Program Counselor must be a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) or a registered Counseling Intern with the Texas Commission on Alcohol and Drug Abuse (TCADA) and in the process of obtaining a license as an LCDC. Prefer a bachelors degree in the social or behavioral sciences or a two-year college degree in the mental health field (Drug/Alcohol Certified). Must participate in continuing education courses to maintain qualified credentialed personnel status.
POSITION: OSAR 7A Counselor
AREA: Bryan, Texas (BrazosCounty)
General Function:
OSAR Counselor will provide Outreach, Screening, Assessment and Referral for individuals that require drug and alcohol services. This position will authorize state-funded services on an outpatient and residential level. This position will provide counseling, crisis intervention and referrals for the most appropriate level of care.
Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications
: Qualified Credentialed Counselor (QCC, LCDC, LPC, LMSW or LMFT), licensed in good standing in the State of Texas. Must have familiarity with DSHS rules and guidelines for DSHS-funded substance abuse treatment services. LCDCs must have 45 hours of continuing education in treatment of clients with psychiatric disorders and 2000 of post-licensure supervision. Must have a Texas drivers license and current automobile insurance.
Preferred Qualifications
: Work history in substance abuse area; understanding of mental health diagnosis; bilingual (English/Spanish).
Salary:
$32,000 to $36,000, depending on experience.
Applications are available at
www.bluebonnetmhmr.org
or contact Tina Hosaka,
1009 North Georgetown Street
, Round Rock, Texas 78664\512-244-8338
For more information on these or other open positions, contact: Cora Brown, Human Resources Coordinator Brazos Valley Council on Alcohol & Substance Abuse (BVCASA) P.O. Box 873 Bryan, Texas 77806-0873 (979) 823-5300, Ext. 145 Closing date: Open until filled |