A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
Full-Time About the Role Are you a licensed (or license-eligible) clinician looking to make a meaningful impact through evidence-based therapy? We're seeking a dedicated Counselor to provide clinical assessment, diagnostic evaluation, treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions to clients and families. In this role, you'll deliver evidence-based psychotherapy, coordinate care across systems, respond to crises, and support clients of diverse ages and backgrounds — all while collaborating closely within a multidisciplinary team and upholding the highest standards of clinical documentation and ethics. What You'll Do Assessment & Diagnostic Evaluation Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and clinical interviews Identify mental health disorders using
DSM-5-TR
criteria within your scope of licensure Assess client strengths, trauma history, risk factors, and functional impairments Develop diagnostic impressions and communicate findings to clients and treatment teams Treatment Planning Create individualized, measurable treatment plans based on assessment outcomes Collaboratively establish treatment goals with clients and/or families Regularly review and update treatment plans to reflect progress and changing needs Coordinate treatment planning with case managers, medical providers, schools, and other supports Therapeutic Intervention Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions tailored to client needs Conduct regular psychotherapy sessions with clients across the lifespan Facilitate family therapy sessions to improve communication and address relational or behavioral concerns Offer crisis assessment, de-escalation, and stabilization support Develop safety plans with clients and caregivers; coordinate emergency or crisis services per agency protocol Collaboration & Care Coordination Communicate professionally with caregivers, case managers, school personnel, probation officers, psychiatrists, and other providers Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings, IEP/504 meetings when requested, and case consultations Make referrals to outside agencies and community resources as needed Support clients in self-advocacy, independent problem solving, and navigating systems Documentation & Compliance Complete timely, accurate, and clinically appropriate progress notes for each session Maintain client records in accordance with Medicaid, IDAPA, and agency requirements Document changes in symptoms, interventions used, risk assessments, and progress toward goals Ensure compliance with confidentiality laws, professional ethics, and agency policies Advocacy & Client Support Advocate for client needs within educational, judicial, medical, and community systems Identify and help mitigate barriers impacting treatment success Provide psychoeducation to families, schools, and community partners Professional Standards & Development Attend required trainings, staff meetings, and supervision sessions Maintain active licensure, supervision hours (if applicable), and continuing education credits Adhere to professional codes of ethics and deliver culturally sensitive, trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate care Participate in community mental health initiatives, workshops, or support groups as assigned What You'll Bring Master's degree or higher in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field Active clinical license (LPC, LCPC, LMSW, LCSW, etc.) or enrollment in an accredited graduate internship program Strong diagnostic and assessment skills using
DSM-5-TR
criteria Competence in evidence-based therapeutic models and crisis intervention Ability to collaborate effectively with families and multidisciplinary teams Excellent written documentation and time-management skills Commitment to ethical, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed practice Why Join Us This is a rewarding opportunity to grow your clinical career while making a lasting difference in the lives of clients and families — supported by a collaborative, mission-driven team. Apply today and bring your clinical expertise to a team that values compassionate, ethical care.
Pay:
$35.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Referral program Vision insurance
