About the role#
As a Counselor Intern at Behavioral Health Group, you will work under the guidance of experienced counselors to help patients identify their strengths and set social, educational, and occupational goals. This role focuses on assisting patients in achieving a drug-free life while you gain experience toward your counseling licensure.
What you'll do#
- Conduct group counseling sessions as required.
- Orient new patients to the operations and procedures of the treatment program.
- Support new patients with intake and readmission services, including follow-up counseling.
- Maintain complete and organized patient records.
- Provide crisis intervention and support services.
- Collaborate with case management for appropriate patient referrals.
What you'll need#
- A Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field.
- Current enrollment in a program pursuing counseling licensure.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel.
- Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
Location & details#
- Location: Houma, Louisiana.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- This is an unpaid internship position.
- The schedule is full-time with rolling start dates.
About Behavioral Health Group - BHG
Behavioral Health Group operates a network of outpatient opioid treatment and recovery centers across the United States. Founded in 2006 and based in Dallas, Texas, the company provides medical and behavioral therapies for individuals with opioid use disorder. It maintains over 110 locations in more than 20 states. The organization employs over 1,900 people and serves more than 42,000 patients daily.
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