Certified Counselor/Therapist - Youth Substance Use Program

Job Description:

• Job Title: Certified Counselor/Therapist- Youth Substance Use Program
• Location: Kansas City, MO
• Department: Recovery Services
• Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:
Join our compassionate and collaborative team as a Certified SUD Counselor, Provisional Therapist, or Therapist where you will make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals struggling with mental health and substance use disorders. In this role, you will have the opportunity to develop personalized treatment plans, facilitate group and individual counseling sessions, and support clients in their recovery journey. We are looking for dedicated professionals who are passionate about helping others, possess strong communication skills, and are committed to ongoing professional development. Your expertise will play a vital role in empowering clients to improve their daily functioning and achieve their goals.

As a Certified SUD Counselor/Therapist, you will assist individuals in accordance with their treatment plans, helping them enhance their ability to perform tasks in their daily living and educational/working environments. You will engage in various essential functions, including assessments, treatment planning, and crisis management, all while maintaining a positive and professional relationship with clients and referral sources.

This Position Offers…

• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
• Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel
• Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition
• Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete intake/screening/assessment process within appropriate time frames as designated by state regulatory/accrediting body/agency standards.
• Develop treatment plans for clients in accordance with state regulatory/accrediting body guidelines that demonstrate individualization and evolution based on information gathered from assessment.
• Facilitate group counseling, group education, family conferences, and individual sessions focused on resolving problems related to substance use that interfere with the person’s functioning.
• Document all services provided in accordance with state regulatory/accrediting body/agency standards.
• Handle crisis situations as they arise and assist clients through the transition process.
• Maintain positive, professional relationships with referral sources, clients, and coworkers, adhering to Code of Ethics and agency policies.

Education, Experience, And/Or Credential Qualifications:

• Master’s or bachelor’s degree (non-licensed) in a human services field, and/or certified/credentialed to provide services within scope of practice.
• Hold the credentials of a Qualified Addiction Professional as defined by the Missouri Credentialing Board, Inc. (MCB) or the Kansas Behavioral Science Regulatory Board (BSRB).
• Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) or higher, PLPC, LPC, LMSW, LCSW, PLMFT, LMFT preferred
• Individuals must be willing to become credentialed in additional states and provide telehealth services.

Additional Qualifications:

• Successful completion of background check including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint check.
• Current driver’s license in state of residency, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance.
• First Aid and CPR certification within three (3) months of beginning employment.
• Completion of annual training requirements including Relias.

Physical Requirements:

• ADA Consideration - Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, or pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

• Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
• Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
• Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

Brightli Is On A Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Preferred Family Health Care is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.