About this opportunity
Brandywine Counseling and Community Services, Inc lists this Assessment Counselor opportunity in georgetown, Delaware. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Substance Use Disorder Assessment Counselor
Brandywine Counseling and Community Services is seeking an Assessment Counselor for our Probation and Parole program!
Brandywine Counseling & Community Services, Inc. (BCCS) is a welcoming and innovative organization that contributes to stronger communities and enhancing quality of life by creatively providing Education, Advocacy, Treatment, Early Intervention, and Prevention services. With integrity, we promote hope and empowerment to persons and families touched by mental health, substance use, HIV and multiple occurring diagnoses, and their related challenges.
The Assessor's primary responsibilities include:
Conduct TCU Assessments and Mental Health evaluations.
Facilitate TCU groups.
Provide progress updates and provide referrals to treatment.
Will be trained in utilizing the evidence-based screening and assessment instruments developed by the TCU Institute of Behavioral Research (TCU-IBR).
Will utilize the following evidenced based practices: Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Trauma-Informed Care.
Is responsible for making appropriate recommendations and referrals to one of three paths.
Is responsible for communicating assessment recommendation with probationers' Probation Officers within five (5) business days.
Will receive training in TMEC and utilized the practice in its P&P group-based education and treatment course.
Requirements
Qualifications
Bachelors in behavioral science or related field
2 years' experience in Substance Abuse/Addiction and/or Mental Health
Must be eligible for DOC clearance
Valid Driver's License w/ 2 Points or Less
Schedule:
Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Pay:
From $21/hour
Commensurate with experience, education, and certification
The compensation package for this position includes:
Group medical, dental, and vision coverage with low employee costs
34 paid days off annually
Tuition reimbursement
A retirement plan with a company match of up to 4%
Brandywine Counseling is a qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
No weekends!
Opportunity for advancement
Worksite address
georgetown, DE, 19947, US
Who can apply
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