Mental Health PRP Counselor (Part Time) - Youth/Teens

PRP Direct Care Staff/CounselorPosition Overview: Responsible for assessing client’s needs and capabilities, providing supported living services, supportive counseling, skills enhancement and crisis intervention to facilitate progress towards rehabilitation plan goals and integration into community life. The PRP Direct Care Counselor works in the community, home, and office-based settings with individuals (youth and adults) suffering from mental health challenges. Services provided are individualized and based upon a detailed client needs assessment. As a PRP Direct Care Counselor, you will be able to continue your career path in the Social and Human Services field.WHO ARE WE:BTST Services LLC is a CARF accredited licensed mental health agency providing comprehensive programs and integrated care to children, teens, and adults throughout the state of Maryland. BTST works to stay on the cutting edge of technological advancements to provide our clients with the most efficient and accessible care, in an ever-changing society. BTST takes an individualized and strength-based approach to care, as we realize that each person’s need and required treatment modalities are unique and vary case by case.Specific Responsibilities:Provide a minimum of 4-6 direct service sessions, per client, per month as planned for by the rehabilitation team (PRP worker and Rehab Specialist) and client.Develop and implement a treatment plan (IRP) with the client every 3-6 monthsHelp clients resolve problems, identify resources and make effective use of resourcesTeach clients independence and self-advocacyPerform crisis intervention and assistance as necessaryMaintain client’s charts and documentation of all services in a manner consistent with agency policies and COMAR regulationsPerform administrative tasks as requiredOther duties as assignedExpectations:Attend monthly meeting with supervisor or as neededAttend and participate in trainings, including monthly PRP Team MeetingResearch and provide resources to your clientsParticipate in on-site/off-site agency led groups/events at least 1x monthlyNotify supervisor of all crisis situations to help with decision makingWHAT YOU NEED:Ability to communicate with compassion and empathyA passion for making an impact on the lives of those who need itExcellent written, interpersonal, and oral communication skillsSensitivity to and understanding of cultural diversity and the special needs populationA degree in a health related field OR 30 hours toward a health related fieldOROne year of work direct care experience in a supervised mental health setting AND are responsible for implementing activities outlined in minor IRPsPerks for Full Time Employees:401k plan with company contribution according to plan requirementsFlexible Spending Account and Dependent Flexible Spending AccountHealth Insurance Benefits with employer contributionMedical, Dental and Vision100% Employee Paid Voluntary Benefits100% Employee Sponsored BenefitsCompany Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Company Sponsored $25k Basic Life Insurance PolicyPartnerships with select colleges/universities (tuition discounts, scholarships, etc.)Sick and Safe LeaveReferral ProgramFlexible SchedulePerks for Part Time Employees:Partnerships with select colleges/universities (tuition discounts, scholarships, etc.)Sick and Safe LeaveReferral ProgramFlexible ScheduleEEO StatementWe are an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry or national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or genetic information. Applicants with disabilities that require accommodation or assistance for a position, please contact us directly at [email protected]. Work scheduleOtherBenefitsFlexible scheduleHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceLife insuranceDisability insurance401(k)401(k) matchingReferral programPaid trainingFlexible work from home options available.

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