Residential Counselor

Mirror - Shawnee, KS

Full-time - Entry Level

Shawnee, KS

Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

About the position

The Residential Counselor at Mirror Inc. is responsible for providing comprehensive counseling services to program participants under the supervision of a Clinical Supervisor. This role involves developing and implementing treatment curricula, conducting individual and group counseling sessions, and managing case-related paperwork. The counselor will work in accordance with established policies and state regulations to support clients in achieving their treatment goals, particularly in the context of addiction recovery.

Responsibilities

• Maintain communication with referral sources regarding client performance in treatment.
• Create curricula and design treatment plans for clients.
• Provide group, individual, and family counseling in both residential and outpatient settings.
• Assist clients in identifying and resolving issues that hinder their treatment progress.
• Maintain treatment-related paperwork within the electronic client record system.
• Attend and participate in required staff and supervision meetings.
• Participate in the on-call rotation for clinical coverage at residential facilities.
• Provide psychoeducational groups focused on addiction, stress management, and related topics.
• Assist in the collection of client fees as necessary for the assigned program.
• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned by supervisors.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in social work, sociology, psychology, substance abuse counseling, or a closely related field is required.
• Master's degree in a relevant field is preferred.
• Licensure at the master's level to provide psychotherapy services or as a licensed Addictions Counselor in Kansas is required.
• Certification to deliver SB 123 services and assessments is desirable.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work cooperatively and maintain a team spirit.
• Adaptability to change and effective organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and demonstrate good judgment and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of addiction and various treatment modalities.
• Experience with individuals in the criminal justice system and those with personality disorders is preferred.
• Experience providing telehealth services is preferred.
• Proficient computer skills and experience with Electronic Health Records.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working with individuals involved in the criminal justice system.
• Experience providing telehealth services.