Counselor - GAAMHA

• The Counselor is responsible for the coordination and implementation of service elements to the residents including individual and group substance use disorder counseling.
• The counselor is responsible for the development, implementation, and evaluation of the residents' treatment, goals, and educational programs.
• The Counselor is responsible for facilitating therapeutic groups using an established curriculum.
• The Counselor is responsible for assisting the resident by providing information and referral services to resources in the community (e.g., mental health counseling).
• The Counselor supports residents in navigating probation, parole, DCF and other systems in which they may be involved. The Counselor will also support any residents that need to resolve any pending legal matters.
• The Counselor will know and enforce the requirements and procedures for reporting suspected cases of child abuse and neglect in accordance with M.G.L. Chapter 119, Section 51A.
• The Counselor will assist in the admission and discharge of residents according to programs policies and procedures.  
• The Counselor is responsible for assisting in crisis intervention.
• The Counselor will assist in providing transportation for residents when needed.
• The Counselor will participate in weekly staff meetings and group case conferences.
• The Counselor will adhere to applicable laws, regulations and agency policies governing the disclosure of resident identifying data and confidentiality.
• The Counselor will network and represent GAAMHA and the Sunrise Ridge Program in the community and will conduct themselves in a manner that reflects the values and professional standards of the agency.
• The Counselor holds 50-minute individual sessions once per week and conducts four therapy groups per week.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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