Job Summary

The Mental Health Counselor provides individual, group, and family counseling services to clients experiencing emotional, psychological, and behavioral challenges. This role focuses on supporting clients in understanding and managing mental health issues, developing coping strategies, and improving overall well-being.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Assessment:
• Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate clients’ mental health needs.
• Use standardized tools and clinical interviews to identify presenting issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health conditions.
• Counseling and Therapy:
• Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions (e.g., CBT, ACT, ERP, DBT, trauma-focused therapy).
• Certified EMDR Therapist ideal candidate.
• Facilitate individual, group, and family counseling sessions tailored to clients’ goals.
• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans.
• Crisis Intervention:
• Respond to clients in crisis, providing de-escalation techniques and immediate support.
• Coordinate with emergency services or other resources when necessary.
• Collaboration:
• Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including psychiatrists, psychologists, and social workers, to ensure holistic care.
• Coordinate with schools, community organizations, and families for integrated treatment.
• Documentation and Reporting:
• Maintain accurate and timely records of client interactions, treatment progress, and outcomes in compliance with ethical and legal standards.
• Prepare reports for use in case consultations and compliance audits.
• Education and Advocacy:
• Provide psychoeducation to clients and their families on mental health issues, coping skills, and treatment options.
• Advocate for clients’ needs within systems such as healthcare, education, or community support.

Qualifications

• Education:
• Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
• Licensure:
• Must hold a valid counseling license (e.g., LPC, LMHC, LCSW) or be eligible for licensure in the state of employment.
• Experience:
• 1-2 years of clinical experience preferred (internship experience considered).
• Experience with diverse populations and a range of mental health conditions is highly desirable.
• Skills:
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to build therapeutic relationships with clients.
• Proficient in clinical documentation and case management.
• Knowledge of evidence-based therapeutic modalities.

Work Environment

• Office-based with opportunities for telehealth services.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance as part of total compensation package.
• Paid time off and professional development opportunities.
• Support for licensure and continuing education.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay: $48.00 - $75.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person