SUMMARY:         

This individual is responsible for the day-to-day treatment and programming for clients participating in Pathways Counseling Center Treatment Programs. Duties include client  assessment, linkage, individual, group counseling, case management, and educational presentations.  A high level of professionalism and flexibility is essential for the individual to complete job responsibilities.

Working under the supervision of the Clinical Director, s/he is responsible for designing and implementing client services in the Putnam County area that addresses the Pathways Counseling Center mission and are provided in a manner consistent with the organization’s vision and values. This is an hourly position with hours and schedule established to complete required duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

1. Maintain and promote a healthy lifestyle and adhere to productivity requirements and procedures as defined by management staff.
2. Complete assessments and intake procedures for client admission when requested.
3. Maintain minimum of 70 % productivity.
4. Facilitate client group sessions.
5. Provide counseling within the county jail as assigned.
6. Provide individual client counseling.
7. Develop individualized treatment plan.
8. Provide case management services.
9. Provide crisis intervention services.
10. Present educational programs in a group settings.
11. Facilitate client referrals when indicated.
12. Facilitate consultation with other professionals when indicated.
13. Complete required client record documentation within the specified time period.
14. Participate in regular client staffing with appropriate treatment facility staff.
15. Develop and maintain liaisons with agencies to assist clients with accessibility to community resources.
16. Orient clients to guidelines governing the program.
17. Work flexible hours depending on client care and programmatic needs.
18. To adhere to all procedures, policies and guidelines related.
19. Adhere to all ODBH, CARF and other governing body’s protocols for care.
20. Perform other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the agency mission, vision, goals and philosophy as well as the policies and procedures.
2. Demonstrate the ability to develop and implement appropriate goals to facilitate problem resolution.
3. Knowledge of community resources and ability to advocate on behalf of clients.
4. Demonstrate consistent professionalism.
5. Knowledge and ability to intervene with crisis situations and assist clients in resolving problems that may impede recovery.
6. Demonstrate ability to provide leadership and assistance to other treatment staff to ensure high-quality service to clients.
7. Demonstrate ability to maintain credential / license and provide documentation for personnel.
8. Demonstrate ability to work cooperatively with other departments and ensure coordination of services in the best interest of the clients and efficient outcomes for the agency.
9. The ability to work with minimal supervision.
10. Ability to write clear, concise, accurate notes, and compliance with all confidentiality laws and standards.
11. The ability to adapt quickly to clients’ changing needs.
12. Ability to work effectively with a multi-disciplinary team approach to treatment.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Performs other duties as deemed as necessary and appropriate by supervisor.

    

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

1. A Bachelors’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, psychology, or other closely related human service field.
2. Must be licensed to practice in the State of Ohio in social work or professional counseling.
3. Demonstrated working knowledge mental health, chemical dependency and recovery.
4. Demonstrated understanding of the continuum of client care and the transition/placement in the various phases of treatment.
5. Demonstrated working knowledge of client confidentiality and client rights.
6. Demonstrated computer proficiency and literacy.
7. CPR and First Aid trained and crisis intervention trained.
8. Valid driver’s license and insurance.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

1. S/he must demonstrate a current knowledge of counseling and research findings and literature pertaining to alcohol/drug abuse, domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse/neglect and mental health issues.
2. The ability to assess an individual’s need for clinical services.
3. Knowledge of state and national certification and regulatory standards.
4. The ability to complete accurate and timely documentation.
5. The ability to work independently.
6. Demonstrated knowledge of community resources and referral sources.
7. Must demonstrate the ability to effectively function as a Pathways Counseling Center team member.
8. Must demonstrate the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks concurrently.
9. Must possess and demonstrate effective communication and organizational skills.
10. Must demonstrate the ability to customarily and regularly exercise discretion and independent judgment in significant matters.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS:

1. S/he must be licensed to practice in the State of Ohio in social work or professional counseling.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Physical demands described are representative of those that must be routinely met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Operates a computer and keyboard.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee while performing the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or a skill required for the job and is subject to review and change in accordance with the needs of Pathways Counseling Center and contractual obligations.