About River Edge Behavioral Health
Serving more than 10000 Georgians
River Edge continues to be one of the states leading resources for mental health substance use disorder treatments and supports as well as individuals with intellectual and development disabilities. River Edge offers outpatient services at our Emery Highway-Macon Monroe County and Baldwin County locations. Outpatient services include behavioral health nursing and psychiatric assessment stabilization and medication maintenance services as well as crisis intervention services as well as awareness education and recovery groups.
Recovery Support Counselor Billingslea Residential
Company Overview
At River Edge Behavioral Health in Macon GA employees are expected to develop meaningful relationships with patients establishing trust and making a difference in the lives of clients and their families. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work culture including health dental and vision benefits paid vacation retirement plans and more.
Program Overview
The Billingslea Recovery Residence is a long-term residential facility that provides a supportive alcohol- and drug-free environment in a community setting. This program enhances an alternately funded detoxification service and offers residential support for approximately six to twelve months. Services are provided to adult males ages 21 to 65 who are experiencing substance use disorders and reside in Bibb Jones Monroe and Twiggs counties.
Position Overview
The Recovery Support Counselor provides direct support and assistance to individuals receiving behavioral health andor substance use services. This position focuses on helping individuals achieve and maintain recovery improve daily functioning and increase independence within the community. The Recovery Support Counselor works closely with clinical staff and other team members to implement treatment plans promote recovery-oriented practices and provide encouragement and guidance to clients.
This role supports individuals in developing effective coping strategies strengthening life skills and accessing community resources that promote long-term recovery and stability. The position requires compassion patience and a strong commitment to supporting individuals throughout their recovery journey while maintaining a safe and supportive environment.
Location
Schedule
1243 First Avenue Macon GA
Monday - Friday | 800am- 400pm
Weekends and holidays off
Key Responsibilities
Provide psychosocial support to individuals coping with substance use disorders and mental health challenges under close supervision.
Facilitate group activities that promote therapeutic engagement and positive group dynamics.
Provide education crisis intervention skills-based training and counseling services as appropriate.
Assist in developing counseling and educational services that meet the individual needs of clients served.
Participate in substance abuse training and provide feedback to staff when appropriate to support service delivery.
Provide daily support structure and supervision to individuals receiving services.
Assist clients with developing independent living skills and effective coping strategies.
Support recovery-oriented activities and individualized treatment goals.
Qualifications
Masters degree in a behavioral health field required.
Georgia licensure preferred LCSW LPC or LMFT.
Associate licenses accepted LMSW LAPC or LAMFT.
Recent graduates with a masters degree in a behavioral health field are encouraged to apply.
CACII or CADCIICCS certification preferred or willingness to work toward a Provisional CCIT Certified Counselor in Training credential.
Additional Benefits
Flexible spending accounts
Short and long-term disability coverage
11 Paid holidays
Voluntary Life Insurance
If you are looking for an opportunity to make life better and a strong desire for personal growth we encourage you to apply. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. We are an equal opportunity employer and highly value diversity.
We do not discriminate based on race religion color national origin gender sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status. All selected applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug test.