OSAR Counselor

Summary: Provides services that specifically address mental health and substance use, including screening, assessment, education, brief intervention, individual and group counseling, family counseling, and/or crisis intervention to clients identified with co-occurring disorders in partnership with Harris County Psychiatric Center.

Location: 2800 South MacGregor Way - Harris County Psychiatric Center (HCPC) 4-days a week,

303 Jackson Hill Street – The Council on Recovery, 1-day a week

Responsibilities:

Clinical

· Provide counseling/therapeutic services, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment (individual, family, and group counseling) for clients experiencing social/behavioral/mental health issues

· Conduct screening, assessment, brief intervention, and referrals to HCPC and Council Clients

· Provide follow-up counseling and case management of client referrals

· Assist with any crisis intervention issues that may arise within HCPC, the Council and the community, as assigned

· Available to assist with clients who present to HCPC and the Council for help, regardless of the reason

· Provide assistance and guidance with difficult client situations during after-hours

· Provide consultation and referrals for adult and child family members as needed and when appropriate

· Provide mental health referrals and/or interim services as appropriate

· Actively participate in clinical case staffing

· Assist with other program and department issues that may arise as requested.

Administrative

· Meet productivity requirements established by supervisor and agency

· Enter documentation, client, and service data into CMBHS and other designated health record systems in a timely manner

· Submit all required information to the data coordinator as instructed

· Respond to subpoenas received from civil court and provide court testimony as required

· Maintain positive relationships and a consistent level of professionalism with outside agencies and referral sources

· Act as an ambassador for The Council at all times

· Communicate and consult with co-workers/team and outside agencies as needed

· Work with program leadership to ensure program compliance with all HHSC guidelines and procedures

· Attend meetings, trainings, and workshops at The Council and outside locations as requested

· Other duties as assigned

 Hours: Approximately 37.5 hours. Flexible with occasional evening and weekend hours required.