Counselor Intern / LCDC

JOB DESCRIPTION PosItion Title : Counselor Intern DEPARTMENT/DIVISION: AOP REPORTS TO: Clinical Supervisor/Director FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Non- Exempt SUPERVISES: None WORK SCHEDULE: Full Time PAY: $16.00 TRAVEL: Occasionally Benefits: We offer our team – Medical, dental, and vision insurance and 401( k) Generous paid time off , extended illness leave , and paid holidays Mental Health Hours Excellent growth and development opportunities Satisfying and rewarding work helping clients overcome substance abuse Flexible Schedule Half day Friday As well as company-paid benefits such as life insurance and short-term disability! About Us Aliviane Inc. is committed to providing treatment to members of our community who struggle with substance abuse. Through substance use and mental health services, education, and awareness we help people recover from addiction as they embrace their voice, discover their journey, and engage their community. The success of our mission is made possible by the skills and contributions of our divers e team. Become a part of a unique organization that is spearheading substance use treatment in Texas. Become a part of Aliviane ! Job Summary Responsible for managing a client caseload including screening and assessing for client needs, development of treatment plans, facilitating individual and group counseling sessions,documentation of client progress and participation, treatment plans reviews and discharging planning.Knowledge of substance abuse 12 core functions and able to perform and apply these as such.Works directly under the supervision of an LCDC-QCC. Required Education and Work Experience Must be designated as a LCDC Counselor Intern by the Texas Department of State Health Services. ~ AND ~ One (1) to two (2) years related experience and/or training required. ~ AND ~ Associates in Social Services, Human Relations, Social Science, Psychology or related field from a university from a regionally accredited college/university preferred. Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Conducts orientation to program and develops psychosocial history and treatment plans for clients within time frame specified in program level of service. Maintains client files and documentation in accordance with agency, state, and federal rules. Facilitates psycho educational individual, group, and family sessions to include alcohol and drug education, as assigned by Clinical Supervisor/Director. Participate in consultation with treatment team and other appropriate individuals or programs to accomplish treatment goals. Remains current with community resources and completes all required and relevant documents, including documentation of client services. Attends agencies trainings and continues to acquire proper Continuing Education (CE) hours. Provide required documentation to utilization reviewers for coordination of client care. Responsible for completing all discharge paperwork within time frame established by agency policy and submitting to appropriate person/department and conduct follow-ups after sixty days of discharge. Develops and maintains a positive, professional working relationship with the staff, clients and community; Complies with Aliviane Inc. Confidentiality Policy assuring that agency/program/employee records/information is protected at all times. Understands, accepts, implements and promotes Aliviane Inc. Mission Statement, program/department goals, philosophy and objectives; Serves as a role model for employees, clients and community partners. Desired Skills and Experience Sensitivity and ability to work with people of various races, cultures and socioeconomics levels. Ability to develop psychosocial histories, treatment plans, and progress notes that are accurate and clinically sound. Ability to diagnose substance abuse disorders and determine level of care and eligibility. Maintain files according to licensure and accreditation standards, including timeframes. Contribute to input, as well as receive feedback in weekly staff meeting and bi-weekly supervision sessions. Ability to manage client behavior, crisis situations and apply conflict resolution skills to situations. Ability to help develop psychosocial histories, treatment plans and progress notes that are accurate and clinically sound. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, talk or hear. This position requires the ability to move throughout the building and occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Post Hire Requirements Must successfully complete annual in-service training requirements.