Counselor II

The counselor ii provides individual counseling, group facilitation, and crisis intervention as part of a multi-Disciplinary team across various programs, including alcohol and drug, hiv, detox, and youth services. Key duties involve completing assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, maintaining comprehensive progress notes, and facilitating educational or process groups.

Candidates must possess a high school diploma or ged along with completion of an academic addictions studies program and certification by cadtp, ccapp, or caade, requiring a total of 3 years in a behavioral healthcare setting. Youth services roles specifically require a minimum of two years of experience working with youth populations, including runaways and victims of abuse, and knowledge of adolescent development and legal issues.