BestSelf Behavioral Health

📅Mark your calendar for 7/17! Join the BestSelf Recovery Community for a day of networking, great eats, resources, and a lot of fun at our wellness BBQ. See below for more details. We can't wait to see you there! 😎

Grab your running shoes! 👟 We're proud to sponsor Prevention Focus' Okay 5K on Tuesday, July 16 at 7:00 p.m. at Delaware Park. 🌳 Funds raised from the race and walk will go to Prevention Focus' programs and strategies to prevent drug abuse and promote a healthier community. Register today: https://lnkd.in/e5Ri_VvH

One drug overdose is too much, but in Erie County, we recently had 7 deaths in 5 hours. Here at BestSelf, we're doing our part to make a difference in our community. CEO and President Elizabeth Woike-Ganga was recently interviewed by The New York Times about our WNY hotline that is in all eight counties and gets buprenorphine to individuals needing it right away. Read more about how this plays a role in combatting the opioid epidemic: https://lnkd.in/eX6Gv62m

**BestSelf is hiring counselors!** We're seeking passionate counselors to join us in providing top-notch care to our community. If you're dedicated, compassionate and ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you! Apply now and be a part of something meaningful. Salary Range: Determined based on education, level of licensure/certification, and experience. Increases given when new licensure obtained. Unlicensed Counselors: 35 hours per week: $43,500-$51,986.53 per year full time or $23.91-$28.57 per hour part time 37.5 hours per week: $46,607.14-$55,699.85 per year full time or $23.91-$28.57 per hour part time 40 hours per week: $49,714.28-$59,413.17 per year full time or $23.91-$28.57 per hour part time Licensed Counselors: 35 hours per week: $45,500-$57,961.99 per year full time or $25-$31.85 per hour part time 37.5 hours per week: $48,750-$62,102.13 per year full time or $25-$31.85 per hour part time 40 hours per week: $52,000-$66,242.27 per year full time or $25-$31.85 per hour part time Counselor for Adult Services (Buffalo): https://lnkd.in/ezfpx8TN Counselor for Adult Services (Southtowns/North Collins): https://lnkd.in/ezieKrZU Counselor for Children/Family Services (Buffalo): https://lnkd.in/ebTeVaQp Counselor for Children/Family Services (Southtowns/North Collins): https://lnkd.in/e2YhhMfR Counselor for Community/Mobile Services (Buffalo travel): https://lnkd.in/eHbiDfAw Counselor for Community/Mobile Services (Niagara County travel): https://lnkd.in/eHusEQb6 Counselor for Community/Mobile Services (Southtowns/Fredonia/Dunkirk travel): https://lnkd.in/eE4qm6My Counselor for Residential Treatment: https://lnkd.in/eUUCY6V5

Every month, we are going to introduce you to the faces of BestSelf with our Employee Spotlight! Each team member we showcase was nominated by their peers for going above and beyond every day. Today, we're celebrating Jasmine Carroll, a Peer Specialist on our Housing Services Team. Her compassion and support that she shows daily inspires us all. Thank you, Jasmine! 💚

Exciting news! 🌟 The Scott Bieler Child Advocacy Center at BestSelf is only 75 days away from opening on the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus. This new building will provide comprehensive, trauma-informed services to children and families in our community affected by abuse. Local law enforcement, medical professionals and multiple social services agencies will unite under one roof to support our community. 💚

We're grateful our Lighthouse Women's Residence is being honored for the work they do for women and their children in our community. Join us in celebrating them on Friday, July 12 at The Oakk Room.

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Fourth of July surrounded by those they love! 🇺🇸

Minority Mental Health Month is a time to both reflect on, and better understand, and respond to the challenges that minority groups face when it comes to illness and mental health. We encourage you to read this article sharing important things to know about Minority mental health: https://lnkd.in/e5hx62WE

We are privileged to earn the trust of both Erie County and City of Buffalo, New York for funding support for this project with BestSelf Behavioral Health. Supportive housing is greatly in need. We are prepared to deliver!