Resilience Counselor

The PEACE program is designed to help people in the early stages of psychosis learn how to manage their symptoms and meet their life goals. PEACE provides multidisciplinary evidence-based services to individuals aged 15 to 30, with Medicaid or who are Medicaid eligible and who have been experiencing psychosis for the first time within the last 18 months. With the right tools and support, individuals can learn to feel better, manage personal challenges, connect with peers, and move toward success in all areas of their lives, including work, school, and relationships.

Purpose:

• To be the primary clinician to individuals with early episode psychosis
• To provide individual CBT, group CBT and family psycho-education, as well as more traditional case management services.
• To engage in outreach and recruitment activities

Supervision Received:

• Receives direct supervision from the Program Manager, PEACE program.

Supervision Exercised:

• N/A

Qualifications:

• Masters-level licensed Mental Health Professional (Social Work, Professional Counseling, Psychology). License preferred.
• Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC), preferred
• Skills and competence to establish supportive trusting relationships with persons with early psychosis and respect for participant rights and personal preferences in treatment are essential.
• Knowledge of mental health systems and supports.
• Some knowledge of multiple support systems for substance users.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a focused team.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Scope:

• Frequent talking and listening.
• Requires the ability to lift, carry, fold, kneel, reach, stoop and bend which may include direct intervention with clients.
• Possess manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
• Must be available for local travel.
• May require crisis intervention in emergency situations an availability after hours by phone for clinical needs.

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