About Careertakes

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Position Overview

The Associate Counselor (Counselor - PRN) provides supervised clinical services and support to clients in recovery from substance use and/or co-occurring mental health disorders. This is a part-time, on-site PRN role supporting individualized treatment plans, group and individual counseling, and case management under clinical supervision. The role is with Confidential Client.

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What You’ll Do

• Conduct client assessments under supervision to document history, current presentation, problems, and treatment needs.
• Participate in development and review of treatment plans and progress documentation under clinical supervision.
• Lead or co-facilitate assigned group counseling, individual, or family sessions using evidence-supported interventions as directed.
• Provide client and family education related to substance use and psychiatric conditions.
• Complete timely, clear documentation of client care and incidents; obtain required supervisor co-signatures.
• Provide crisis intervention as needed and seek consultation/supervision when appropriate.
• Plan and document aftercare and discharge-related activities for assigned clients.
• Act as a liaison with insurance carriers or other external partners as requested.
• Perform case management duties to ensure individualized, coordinated care.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, mental health services, or a closely related field required.
• No prior professional work experience required — this is an entry-level clinical training role.
• Must work under supervision and cannot practice independently; weekly supervision oversight required per state standards.
• Strong written documentation skills and ability to work in a team-based clinical environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to support clients in crisis situations.

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Licenses & Certifications

• Eligible for entry-level licensure or certification in the practicing state (may be pending due to supervised experience requirements).
• CPR and de-escalation certification required (training often provided upon hire).
• First aid certification may be required depending on state or facility requirements.

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Work Location & Schedule

• This position is onsite in Saint Joseph, MO and is not a remote role.
• Part-time / PRN schedule; hours vary based on program needs and assignments.
• This is an individual contributor role reporting to assigned clinical supervisors.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated salary: $55,532 per year (estimated).
• Confidential Client offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees and training opportunities for certification or licensure.
• Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply.

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About Confidential Client

Confidential Client (via Careertakes) is committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based treatment and support to individuals with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. The organization values professional development, teamwork, and culturally competent care.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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