Behavioral Health Technician – Medical Assistant – Mountain Laurel Recovery Center – Wellsville, NY

Mountain Laurel Recovery Center is an inpatient detox and residential drug and alcohol treatment center as well as the 2020 recipient of Summit BHC’s Culture of Excellence Award. This opportunity is perfect for a qualified individual who wants to work in the addiction field within an organization that offers a great culture as well as someone who is interested in working overnights.

The Behavioral Health Technician – Medical Assistant supports both the medical and clinical department by completing intake assessments, providing one-to-one counseling to individuals new in recovery, completing biopsychosocial assessments, health screenings and other duties necessary and appropriate. This person also plans treatment services as required. Conducts confidential, quality assessments, that are gender-responsive and trauma-informed

  • Direct and indirect client contact as deemed appropriate. .
  • Tolerate stressful situations
  • Ability to adjust to increased workload
  • Able to work independently as well as ability to work well with others
  • Effective communication skills
  • Provide clinical consultation to referral resources, Mentors, family members, and others to help support clients in their recovery
  • Assist clients with scheduling an admission or first appointment date at the program or facility where they are referred

Completion of a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Sociology or an equivalent field from an accredited college or university with at minimum ability to meet state requirements of counselor position required. One year or more experience in the behavioral health field and experience in recovery preferred.

If this sounds interesting, apply and join our team. EOE.’

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

  • Personal protective equipment provided or required
  • Temperature screenings
  • Social distancing guidelines in place
  • Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Work Remotely

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

  • Addiction Medicine

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 12 hour shift
  • Weekend availability

Education:

  • Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Behavioral health: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Driver’s License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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