Counselor - Dual Diagnosis, Residential

• Gage House - Clinical
• $17.10-$19.76
  
• 2185 West 8th Street, Erie, PA, United States
• Full Time

POSITION SUMMARY:

Position responsible for the treatment and care coordination for clients at Gage House. Duties include: level of care assessments, intake/orientation, developing and implementing preliminary and comprehensive treatment plans, as well as providing individual and group counseling to provide clients with the opportunity to work towards treatment goals and explore recovery. The incumbent will also coordinate aftercare services for services after discharge. The incumbent is responsible for the documentation of these services within the timelines designated by the agency and regulatory bodies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor's level degree in related field or equivalent education and experience as determined by agency standards and guidelines of position.
2. Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, organizational skills and the ability to effectively work with a team.
3. Strong clinical skills with working knowledge of mental health system, drug and alcohol system and recovery principles.
4. Ability to effectively work with persons with mental illness and develop comprehensive treatment / recovery plans for their program participation.
5. Act 33/34/31 and FBI Clearances.
6. Valid driver's license with access to a vehicle during scheduled work hours.

BENEFITS:

• Excellent Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Personal Days
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (if you are eligible)
• Verizon Wireless Discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• And More!

Today, Stairways Behavioral Health is the most progressive mental health care provider in Erie, serving more than 8,000 people annually and employing more than 280 full and part-time mental health professionals. The conviction of the founders remains Stairways' mission 60 years later, focusing primarily on adults.

Stairways in an affiliate of Journey Health System, headquartered in Bradford, PA.

Stairways Mission:

Stairways Behavioral Health assists persons with mental health care and addiction needs at any stage of life in their recovery by providing comprehensive rehabilitation, treatment, and supports essential for living, working, learning and participating fully in the community.