Wellness and Recovery Counselor na REDISCOVER

Make a Difference as a  Wellness and Recovery Counselor with Rediscover

Join ReDiscover’s Coed Department and be part of a mission-driven organization that’s been transforming lives for over 50 years. As a non-profit community mental health center serving southeastern Jackson County, Missouri, we’re passionate about helping individuals impacted by mental illness or substance use find hope, support, and healing.

Why ReDiscover?

• 700+ dedicated professionals
• Over five decades of community impact
• A culture grounded in compassion, collaboration, and growth

About Coed Program

The Coed Substance Use Disorder program aims to help adults with a substance use or co-occurring disorder in an outpatient or residential setting. Through medication assisted treatment, paired with individualized therapy, group education, and case management, the Coed Substance Use Disorder program offers a well rounded holistic approach to client's needs.

What You'll Do

• Maintain and interact with a caseload of clients with diverse characteristics either in-person or over the phone.
• Conduct high quality clinical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans in a timely manner.
• Identify and provide clinical interventions and referrals for clients based on their needs.
• Empower clients to develop and nurture the knowledge, skills, and support systems crucial to promoting optimal functioning in the community.
• Continually assess clients for lack of progress, progress, or emergent needs and address those needs clinically.
• Conduct individual, group education, and group therapies for clients in our Substance Use Disorder program.
• Engage difficult-to-serve clients by investigating all potential resources in order to gain access and make connections.
• Collect and maintain information about clients and document interactions within ReDiscover’s designated electronic medical record.
• Communicate and collaborate with an internal multi-disciplinary team to address various aspects of wellness and ensure positive communication regarding the coordination of client care.

Requirements of the Position 

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Social Science field (as defined by the Department of Mental Health).
• Certified or registered as a Substance Use Disorder Professional by the Missouri Credentialing Board.  Appropriate certifications include CADC, CRADC, CRAADC and other Counseling Credentials defined by the Missouri Credentialing Board.
• Active Professional Counselor license (LPC) or Provisional Counselor license (PLPC) through the state of Missouri or a Master Social Worker license (LMSW) with registered supervisor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) is preferred.
• Two (2) years of experience in direct service provision in a mental health setting.
• Working knowledge of mental illness and substance use disorders.
• Excellent customer service skills with a recovery focus.
• Strong  written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
• Intermediate computer skills in typing/keyboarding, Microsoft Word and Excel programs as well as GSuite.

Grow with Us

We’re committed to your professional development and will support your growth as a Wellness and Recovery Counselor through training, collaboration, and meaningful work.

Ready to join a team that’s passionate about people? Apply today and help make wellness accessible for all.