About us Virginia Gay Hospital (VGH) is a privately operated, nonprofit rural hospital created by the trust of Virginia Gay, which has successfully served the needs of the people of Vinton and the surrounding communities since 1923. Our purpose is to provide quality health care services by using innovative, growth-oriented techniques and maintaining a sound financial base. For nearly a century, Virginia Gay Hospital has served the health care needs for generations of families. Throughout our long history, Virginia Gay Hospital has undergone substantial changes and improvements, largely through the generosity of community members, resulting in exceptional care and underscoring the healing tradition made possible by Virginia Gay. Responsibilities for Mental Health Counselor Provide an array of outpatient mental health services to promote individualized patient recovery Conduct intakes and individual therapy sessions Develop service plans and conduct reviews as needed throughout the duration of treatment Provide mental health assessments, counseling, referrals, and intervention services Complete and maintain documentation in a timely and accurate manner and according to Federal, State and Center guidelines Write reports to court, school, or other community agencies as necessary

Experience:

Able to make professional evaluations, decisions, and recommendation for treatment planning and implementation Current practitioner license through the state's clinical therapy board Working knowledge of legal guidelines stipulating psychiatric admission requirements Able to work independently and as a positive member of a team Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with mentally or emotionally disabled persons and their families Excellent written and verbal communication skills Comfortable treating both routine and serious mental health illness Strong computer literacy skills We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages. Join our team of dedicated mental health professionals and make a difference in the lives of others.

Note:

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, or qualifications required for the role.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

Psychiatry Education:

Master's (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Current licenser via state's clinical therapy board (Required)

Work Location:

In person