Counselor

The counselor is responsible for ensuring the completion of essential patient documentation, including treatment plans and progress notes, while adhering to federal and state standards. This role involves providing orientation to patients, counseling them during crises or noncompliance issues, and facilitating group counseling sessions.

Minimum requirements vary significantly by tier, starting with a high school diploma/Ged and specific certifications for tier 1, escalating to a bachelor's degree for tier 2, and a master's degree for tier 3, often requiring specific licensure like lac, cadac, or lcsw alongside mats certification.