Counselor Specialist

Job overview

The Counselor Specialist role is an onsite, full-time position in Sells, AZ, paying $27.84 per hour. The Tohono O’odham Nation listing describes counseling and related behavioral health services for individuals and groups. Under general supervision, the counselor provides services to people experiencing mental health, alcohol or substance use, and related behavioral concerns. The role supports clients through screening, counseling, crisis intervention, case management, referrals, and community education, while maintaining confidential records and coordinating with agencies and service providers.

What you'll do

• Advocate for clients and families
• help clients identify needs and establish treatment goals
• screen and conduct intake
• refer clients to other agencies
• provide case management and maintain records
• provide crisis intervention and may respond to on-call emergencies
• provide individual, group, couples, and family counseling
• educate community members about behavioral health and available services
• transport clients as needed
• attend meetings
• maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

counselor specialist

tohono o’odham nation

sells az

full-time

behavioral health

substance use counseling

mental health

crisis intervention

case management

community education

hipaa

associate’s degree

$27.84/hour

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

May respond to on-call emergencies and may be stationed at schools. Requires an associate’s degree in counseling or a related field and three years of behavioral-health experience, or an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience. Travel within the Nation’s boundaries may be required.

About the employer

Tohono O'odham Nation is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of All Other Miscellaneous Health Practitioners. Sector: 62.