About this opportunity
Operation Par lists this Counselor opportunity in largo, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:
Operation PAR, Inc. is a non-profit organization offering the full continuum of services for individuals with substance use and/or mental health disorders. PAR has been providing comprehensive behavioral health treatment in west Florida since 1970 through advocacy, education, clinical services, and research.
BENEFITS:
9 paid holidays per year
3 weeks of PTO per year (on top of holidays). PTO increases to 4 weeks/year after 2 years of employment, and then to 5 weeks/year after 5 years of employment.
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
401k matching
Tuition reimbursement
Continuing education, reimbursement for professional certifications, licensure and qualified supervision.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Performs substance abuse and mental health counseling work on an individual patient basis and in a group setting. Duties primarily consist of conducting and documenting services such as counseling, psycho-educational groups, psychosocial assessment, case management, and treatment planning. Counseling includes discussion of issues associated with MAPS patient's substance use and other co-occurring conditions to work toward a constructive resolution of those problems and ultimately toward recovery. May be required to use telehealth services to provide clinical screenings, assessments, and counseling.
SCOPE OF PRACTICE: Clinical services are limited to the following: Screening and psychosocial assessment
Treatment planning and referral
Service coordination and consultation
Continuing assessment and treatment plan reviews
Recovery support services
Crisis intervention
Individual, family, and community education
Documentation of progress
Counseling, including: Individual counseling
Group counseling
Counseling with families, couples, and significant others
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Commitment to workplace of dignity and respect
Compliance with all Equal Employment Opportunity rules and guidelines
Ability to work with others cooperatively and cordially in a spirit of teamwork
Ability to appear at work as scheduled, mindful of the company's attendance policies
Ability to accept direction from managers and supervisors in a respectful and collaborative manner
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Must meet at least one of the following criteria:
Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited university or college with a major in counseling, social work, psychology, nursing, rehabilitation, special education, health education, or a related human services field.
Registered marriage and family therapy, clinical social work, and mental health counseling intern.
Certified master's degree level addiction professional (MCAP) certified by the Florida Certification Board
Certified addictions professional (CAP) certified by the Florida Certification Board
Certified addiction counselor (CAC) certified by the Florida Certification Board
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/TECHNICAL SKILLS: Ability to write accurately and legibly
Moderate proficiency in the use of Microsoft Windows-based computers
Ability to accurately type at least 40 words per minute.
Ability to sit at a desk and view a display screen for extended periods of time
• Ability to bend, stoop and reach
• Ability to sit in meetings for extended periods of time Ability to move throughout program facilities both indoors and outdoors
• Ability to lift and carry 10 pounds
• Good hearing and vision
Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Valid driver's license
Must pass a level II background check ( and drug screen
Must maintain current training as required by Operation PAR, Inc. policies
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Treatment program / Office
Fast paced environment
Exposure to individuals who may be experiencing emotional distress or agitation
Possible exposure to clients with communicable diseases
Worksite address
largo, FL, 34640, US
Who can apply
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