Pre-Vocational Counselor

Pre-vocational Counselor Position Summary South County Mental Health Center, Inc. is seeking a Pre-vocational Counselor to provide direct services to adults with severe and persistent mental illness in the Day Treatment Program.

This position provides psychosocial skill-building groups and activities, monitors client wellbeing, develops program plans, and supports clients in building skills for greater independence.

About Us South County Mental Health Center, Inc. is a private, non-profit, Joint Commission-accredited behavioral healthcare provider serving Southeast Palm Beach County.

We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality mental health services to individuals and families in our community.

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral or Social Sciences.

Ability to assess client behaviors and recommend appropriate interventions.

Ability to communicate client and program concerns accurately and in a timely manner, both verbally and in writing.

Basic computer and internet skills.

Ability to use Zoom.

Valid Florida driver’s license and ability to be insured.

Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral or Social Sciences with at least six (6) months of experience in Behavioral or Social Services.

Duties and Responsibilities Direct Client Services — 50% Create and facilitate psychosocial skill-building groups.

Monitor and assess client behavior and wellbeing on a daily basis.

Develop treatment and program plans for clients.

Create and facilitate special projects and activities.

Supervise clients during program activities.

Documentation & Program Planning — 20% Prepare and update individual treatment and program plans.

Complete progress reviews.

Complete daily progress notes.

Complete weekly summaries, when applicable.

Maintain accurate and timely client documentation.

Supervision & Team Collaboration — 15% Attend morning program meetings as scheduled.

Participate in client staffings with members of the treatment team.

Attend and participate in staff meetings.

Complete required trainings.

Communicate and collaborate with residential and case management staff.

Program Support & Professional Development — 15% Assist with lunch service on a daily basis.

Participate in staff development, trainings, and in-service activities.

Develop familiarity with various SCMHC departments and functions.

Participate in committees as assigned.

Complete required annual staff development trainings.

Additional Duties Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Core Competencies Intermediate-level ability to assess client behaviors and recommend appropriate interventions.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Ability to clearly and accurately communicate client and program issues verbally and in writing.

Ability to facilitate psychosocial skill-building groups and activities.

Ability to develop and monitor treatment and program plans.

Ability to work collaboratively with treatment, residential, and case management teams.

Basic computer, internet, typing, and Zoom skills.

Physical Demands Position involves direct interaction with adult clients throughout the program day.

May require standing, walking, and supervising clients during program activities.

Ability to participate in group activities and assist with daily program operations.

Working Conditions Day Treatment Program environment serving adults with severe and persistent mental illness.

Frequent interaction with clients and members of the multidisciplinary treatment team.

May require participation in program activities, meetings, trainings, and community-related activities.

Performance Standards Performance will be evaluated based on:

• Quality and effectiveness of psychosocial skill-building groups and activities.
• Appropriate monitoring and assessment of client behavior and wellbeing.
• Accuracy and timeliness of treatment plans, progress notes, and other documentation.
• Effective participation in treatment team meetings and client staffings.
• Professional communication and collaboration with residential and case management staff.
• Completion of required training and professional development activities.
• Ability to support a safe, structured, and therapeutic program environment.

Schedule & Work Details Full-Time Position Schedule:

• Based on Day Treatment Program needs Location: In-person Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off Life and long-term disability coverage Voluntary benefit options 401(k) with employer match Additional Information Background check required Drug-free workplace Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) Apply now.
• Because of the work we do in the community, a full background check is required for all staff.
• We are a drug free employer.
• South County Mental Health Center, Inc is an EOE.
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