Job Description:

Job Title: Associate Counselor

Location: St. Charles, MO

Department: SUD Services

Employment Type: Full-time

For this position, you must hold one of the following licenses:

• MAADC I or II
• CADC
• CRADC

Job Overview:

We are currently hiring for someone to join our team in St. Charles, MO as an Associate Counselor. In this role you will play a vital role in supporting the assessment, treatment planning, and counseling efforts for clients undergoing mental health and substance use disorder treatment.

Under the supervision of licensed/qualified counselors or therapists, you will assist in conducting screenings, developing treatment plans, facilitating group counseling sessions, and providing individualized support to clients. If you are dedicated to professional growth, passionate about helping others, and committed to adhering to ethical standards, we encourage you to apply for this position. 

This position offers…

• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
• Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel
• Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition
• Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce
• Additional Perks & Benefits - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more

Key Responsibilities:

• Support clients throughout their recovery journey by facilitating group counseling, group education, family conferences, and individual counseling sessions focused on recovery, healthy decision-making, and improved problem-solving skills.
• Participate in client screenings and assessments under the supervision of licensed or qualified counselors or therapists.
• Collaborate in developing individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings and clients’ evolving needs.
• Contribute to clinical staffing and treatment team meetings by sharing relevant case information and participating in treatment planning discussions.
• Build positive, professional relationships with clients, referral sources, coworkers, and other members of the treatment team.
• Respond appropriately to crisis situations, following agency procedures and notifying supervisory staff when necessary.
• Document services provided accurately and in a timely manner while meeting applicable regulatory standards.
• Demonstrate commitment to ethical practices and the short- and long-term goals and objectives of the company.

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

• Hold one of the following licenses: MAADC I or II, CADC, CRADC.

• Associate’s degree or high school diploma/equivalent required. 

• A trainee that meets the requirements for registration, supervision, and professional development as set forth by either: The Missouri Credentialing Board, Inc.; OR  the appropriate board of professional registration with the Department of Insurance, Financial Institutions, and Professional Registration 

• Associate Counselors must be supervised by a Qualified Addiction Professional who has completed MCB Clinical Supervision Training. All counselor functions performed by an Associate Counselor shall be performed pursuant to the supervisor’s control, oversight, guidance, and full professional responsibility. 

Keywords: Associate Counselor, Substance Use Counselor, Addiction Counselor, CADC, CRADC, MAADC, Substance Use Disorder, SUD Services, Behavioral Health, Addiction Recovery

Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.