Job Description:

Job Title: Associate Counselor

Location: St. Peters, MO  

Department: SUD Services

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

Join our team of dedicated professionals and embark on a rewarding career where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals struggling with mental health and substance use disorders.

As an Associate Counselor, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the recovery journey of our clients by providing comprehensive support services under the guidance of experienced Qualified Addiction Professionals.

In this role, you will assist individuals in accordance with their treatment plans, helping them improve their ability to perform tasks in their daily living and working environments. You will participate in screening and assessment processes, develop individualized treatment plans, facilitate group counseling sessions, and provide invaluable support throughout the transition process.

St. Louis, MO, is a vibrant and diverse city that offers a wealth of cultural and recreational opportunities, making it an ideal place to grow both personally and professionally.

The Associate Counselor position offers…

 All-Inclusive Employee Benefits Package - A robust full-time employee benefits package encompassing health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, wellness program, and more
 Telemedicine – 24/7 phone, web, or mobile app medical, behavioral health, & dermatology visits
 Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
 Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement

Key Responsibilities:

 Assist individuals with mental health and/or substance use disorders in accordance with their treatment plans to improve their daily living and working abilities

 Participate in screening and assessment processes under the supervision of licensed counselors or therapists

 Develop individualized treatment plans for clients following regulatory guidelines

 Complete all documentation and correspondence within designated timeframes

 Participate in clinical staffing and team meetings, providing feedback on cases

 Adhere to the direct service provision model

 Document services provided according to standards, ensuring timely entry and appropriate formatting

 Ensure treatment plans, updates, and discharge summaries are reviewed and co-signed by a Qualified Addiction Professional

 Address any file or charting deficiencies promptly

 Assist clients through the transition process and complete final correspondence

 Complete annual training requirements, totaling 36 hours every 2 years

 Maintain positive professional relationships with referral sources, clients, and coworkers, adhering to ethical codes and agency policies

 Handle crisis situations as they occur, notifying supervisors when required

 Facilitate group counseling, education sessions, family conferences, and individual sessions focused on recovery, decision-making, and problem-solving skills

 Demonstrate interest in the company's long-term and short-term goals and objectives

 Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors and management

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

A trainee that meets the requirements for registration, supervision, and professional development as set forth by either:

The Missouri Credentialing Board, Inc.

The appropriate board of professional registration with the Department of Economic Development for licensure as a psychologist, professional counselor, or social worker

Additional Qualifications:

Willing to become licensed in additional states, other than the state currently licensed in

Basic knowledge of case management and rehabilitation methods, principles, and techniques related to mental health and substance use disorder treatment

Working knowledge of therapeutic theories and techniques, individual differences, and scientific methods of understanding and influencing human behavior

Registration, supervision, and professional development requirements as set forth by the Missouri Credentialing Board, Inc.

Registration, supervision, and professional development requirements as set forth by the appropriate board of professional registration with the Department of Economic Development for licensure as a psychologist, professional counselor, or social worker

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.

Preferred Family Healthcare is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.