Assessment Counselor II

At Root Center for Advanced Recovery, we build relationships that empower patients with the courage and ability to change by providing guidance and support throughout every step of recovery. We are caring, knowledgeable professionals who believe in honoring the potential of every individual while continually renewing ourselves, embracing new perspectives, and recognizing that progress is the destination. For more than 150 years, we have remained committed to inspiring hope and strengthening the communities we serve.

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the clinic supervisory staff, performs full range of counseling and clinical duties including but not limited to completing screening, assessment, education and treatment of clients experiencing substance abuse addiction and/or related behavioral health disorders. Interacts with members of medical/clinical staff regarding treatment needs and documents accordingly in client electronic health record. Corresponds with collateral contacts including but not limited to referral providers, primary care physicians, department of mental health & addiction services, probation, DCF, family members, etc.

Acceptable Licensures for Counselor I

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker - LCSW
• Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC
• Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor - LADC
• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - LMFT

Acceptable Licensures for Counselor II

• Licensed Master Social Worker - LMSW
• Licensed Professional Counselor Associate - LPCA
• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate- LMFTA

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package designed to support your personal and professional well-being, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employer-paid life insurance and short-term disability, a generous retirement plan with employer contributions, four weeks of PTO, paid holidays (including your birthday), professional development funding, annual bonus eligibility, excellent work-life balance with a 35-hour work week and no current on-call responsibilities, and eligibility for multiple NHSC Loan Repayment Programs.

Counselor I Salary Range: $67,000 to $77,000 with a $4,000 Sign on Bonus!

Counselor II Salary Range: $55,000 to $66,000 with a $2,000 Sign on Bonus!

Essential Functions

• Intake and Screenings: informs clients of admission procedures, obtains information needed to determine eligibility for admission into a treatment modality, establishes and monitors case records; provides comprehensive orientation to clients on program operations, client obligations, rules of the treatment program and program policies.
• Assessments: conducts client assessments and evaluations by gathering relevant history, identifying sources, and obtaining collaborative information from outside agencies.
• Treatment Plans: develops treatment plans including client needs, immediate and long-term goals, action steps, and treatment services to assist in reaching goals.
• Case Management: schedules appointments, administers client urinalysis testing by observing collection first-hand, monitors client progress to assure treatment plan objectives are met.
• Referrals: refers or enroll clients to related programs or services by identifying appropriate resources and assisting clients to accurately complete eligibility or financial applications.
• Record keeping and documentation: Completes routine and non-routine reports, including forms and questionnaires, releases of information, treatment plans, progress notes, charts, discharge and/or transfer summaries, and other recordkeeping paperwork related to treatment as required by the agency's program policies and procedures.
• Counseling Clients: facilitates individual counseling, family and/or significant support person(s) counseling, and group counseling, identifies problems and provides strategies for resolution and/or intervention to assist clients in reaching treatment goals, provides ongoing education and support.
• Participation: participates in team meetings, case conferences, clinical seminars, and training sessions as deemed appropriate by supervisory personnel.
• Administrative: covers the front desk, monitors client fee system, and other client management duties including obtaining new and concurrent insurance authorizations, completing chart reviews, scheduling/following up with clients for appointments, and monitoring loitering in and outside facility.
• Compliance: adhere to standards of regulatory and funding agencies, as well as accreditation standards.

Special Responsibilities and Expectations

As assigned by the clinical staff, the intake assessment counselor assists with determining appropriate placement of new clients and referrals within Root Center's continuum of behavioral health treatment programs or refers out to community providers when indicated. The intake assessment counselor completes face to face, telehealth, and/or telephonic client assessments on a scheduled, walk in, or as needed basis and is able to assist with formulation of substance use and mental health diagnosis, document clear and concise reports, while working in a busy, fast paced, and welcoming environment.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

A Master's Degree in a relevant field which will qualify for State of Connecticut licensure. Professional licensure expected within 2 years.

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