LCPC/LCSW

About DCHD:

Mission: To protect and promote healthier lifestyles through prevention and education.

As a certified health department, the Douglas County Health Department is responsible for several programs as well as many other public health services. Programs are grouped into divisions relating to either nursing, environmental health or health education. All programs have an educational component. The goal of this department is to increase the awareness and number of persons reached in this educational process.

Benefits:

• 14 Paid Holidays
• Vacation
• 3 days of Personal Time
• Accrual of 1 sick day per month (rollover)
• Employee health insurance (free premium for employee!)
• Dental/Vision
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Assistance and Loan Repayment
• Flexible Schedules

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor/Licensed Clinical Social Worker Job Summary (Full-time, 35 hours per week)
We are seeking a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker to join our team! We are working with local schools to have mental health providers in their schools. In this position, you will meet with clients, analyze their mental health status, and develop a course of therapy to address their issues. You may work with clients who have substance abuse issues, depression, anxiety, or eating disorders. You should have some experience with a wide variety of patients and conditions. Our ideal applicant has a master's degree in psychology or social work and a license from the state. Clinical experience is also a requirement.
Licensed Professional Counselor Duties and Responsibilities

• Meet with patients to determine their status
• Develop a course of therapy for treatment.
• Meet with patients regularly and provide them with the tools they need to overcome their issues.
• Provide references to other healthcare providers, such as psychiatrists.

Licensed Professional Counselor Requirements and Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology, social work, or a similar field
• State counseling license
• Clinical experience
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and listening skills
• Ability to use telehealth platforms effectively

The Douglas County Health Department is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We embrace and encourage our employees' differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique.

Our employment practices are rooted in our dedication to equal opportunity for all individuals. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

All employment decisions at the Douglas County Health Department are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to the above-listed characteristics. We provide a work environment free of harassment and retaliation and ensure compliance with all applicable laws that protect the rights of applicants and employees.

If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department at 217-208-8309. Our policies reflect and affirm the department's commitment to the principles of fair employment and the elimination of all discriminatory practices.

Douglas County Health Department actively promotes equal opportunity and stands against any form of discrimination, ensuring a diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $57,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person