Residential Treatment Counselor (HLC)

The Salvation Army Mission Statement:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Salary Range Starting At: $20.00-$24.00

Job Description:

As the Residential Treatment Counselor, you will be responsible for the development and implementation of the individualized treatment plans for each client. Responsible for providing case management services as needed for the assigned clients. Responsible for maintaining a caseload and conducting individual, family and group counseling as noted in the treatment plan. Teach educational classes as needed. The Residential Treatment Counselor is responsible for ensuring the Mission of The Salvation Army is effectively carried out.

What You Will Do:

• Formulates goals and objectives with the client by preparing a written treatment plan.
• Prepare the treatment plan in accordance with the Biopsychosocial assessment, ASAM criteria and initial treatment plan 
• Reviews goals on an ongoing basis and make changes as needed
• Document all progress toward goals and objectives on the treatment plan
• Documents all client contacts in the electronic medical record system, including progress notes, treatment plans, monthly reports, discharge summaries and discharge plans
• Present the client’s case with the multi-disciplinary team in initial staffing, updated treatment plans, conduct assessments, and discharge summary signed by the team
• Document any changes in client’s treatment goals and objective and obtain signatures
• Participates in weekly staffing meetings to provide clinical input and observations as appropriate
• Counsels’ individual clients in accordance with goals developed on the treatment plan. (Individual counseling can be conducted by using cognitive therapy, psychoanalytic therapy, reality therapy, Gestalt therapy and behavioral therapy.
• Counsels’ families regarding addictions issues in accordance with the goals established in the treatment plan
• Facilitates group counseling sessions and follows the assigned group format for each session
• Collaborates with other counselors as needed to ensure continuity of care
• Prepares and teaches educational classes as assigned
• Documents on a group note the clinical observations and behaviors of the client
• Completes an action sheet on level of care and assigned primary clinician
• Prepare progress notes for each client and complete the group notes within 24 hours of the initial contact. All individual and family counseling progress notes are to be turned in at the end of the working day of the scheduled session.
• Attends staff meetings, departmental meetings, seminars/conferences, and in-service meetings and training programs as scheduled
• Completes monthly Peer Reviews as assigned by the Lead Counselor or designee
• Maintains client confidentiality of all client information according to Federal, State, and The Salvation Army standards, policies, and procedures
• Maintains certification by meeting certification requirements
• Facilitate client visitation per the Department of Child Services agreement
• Documents client progress into the electronic medical record system and is responsible for updating level of care as needed
• Works assigned overtime hours as directed to ensure coverage of facility operations and approved by the supervisor or director
• Conducts outside assessments for clients as assigned and Withdrawal Management within 48 hours of admission, as applicable
• Other tasks as assigned by leadership

Minimum Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.

Education: Master’s degree in human services or other related field required. Consideration may be given to those in their Master’s program

Background Checks: Position requires a background check to be completed, and all background check results will be reviewed.

Experience:  Two years of direct service experience. Must be willing to work at least 1 evening per week and some weekends.

Certifications: Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain The Salvation Army Driver’s qualification standard; must complete Safe From Harm training within the first 30 days of employment. ICAADA certified preferred. If not ICAADA certified, then must have within 12 months of employment.

Skills/Abilities: 

• Able to speak, write and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with leadership, field personnel, and clientele.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft products and ability to learn electronic reporting systems.
• Capable of communicating and interacting with people from various backgrounds with compassion while applying principles of recovery and clinical practice
• Bilingual and able to read, write and speak Spanish preferred
• If in recovery, must demonstrate at least two years of sobriety with evidence of emotional and social stability.

Supervisory Responsibility: None

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Requirements Include:

• Good speaking, hearing, and vision ability, and excellent manual dexterity
• Lifting, pulling, and pushing of materials up to 25 pounds
• May require bending, squatting, walking.
• May require standing for extended

Travel: Position may be required to attend court hearings or external training opportunities. Transporting clients may also be required

Working Conditions: Work is performed in a typical office environment, which may require some weekend and evening work.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Why Work with Us?

If you’re ready for a career doing meaningful work with a discernable impact, keep reading. The Salvation Army’s brand promise is to Do the Most Good® - and it’s our employees that help us get there. At every level and in every discipline, you can have a real impact on your community through the work done inside our walls every day. If you work for us, you will be the hands and feet that enable us to help others.

We are as impassioned about our employees as we are about our mission to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and help anyone in need in His name without discrimination. Our work culture reflects this quality, which makes our offices seriously great places to work. Just walk inside our doors and you’ll quickly see that our employees are proud to support programs that make a difference.

In addition to traditional Health, Wellness, RX and PTO benefits, see what our employees told us they most liked about working for the Indiana Division of TSA by responding to our most recent 2023 survey…

• 91% are proud of their work to help meet the needs of people in their communities
• 75% find their “Work Stress” manageable
• 80% find their managers supportive during those times of stress
• 89% appreciate the flexible work options they have in their position
• 98% appreciate how they are allowed to use 4 sicks days as “Discretionary”
• 99% appreciate the 11 paid holidays they receive each year

See what our employees said when asked to rank the best reasons for working at the Indiana Division Salvation Army…

1. Helping People
2. Faith Centered Organization
3. Work Environment/ Co-Workers
4. Benefits