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School-Based Therapist - Salary $45k - $73k (Frenchburg, KY)
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What they do
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.
$35,196 / year median in Kentucky
+23% projected growth
Job Description
Pathways complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, pregnancy status, victim status, marital status, member of the armed services or covered veteran status, or any other status that is protected by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. This policy includes, but is not limited to: recruitment, employment, promotion, demotion, transfer, termination, compensation, benefits, layoffs, training, and social and recreational programs.
Salary:
10-
Month Contract Associate License:
$45,833
•$51,562
Independent License:
$54,166
•$60,937 12-
Month Contract Associate License:
$55,000
•$61,875
Independent License:
$65,000
•$73,125
Education Requirements:
Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or Nursing (licensure or working toward licensure required) Psychiatric Mental Health Accreditation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center preferred, but not required Must comply with all supervision requirements of respective licensing board
Duties & Responsibilities:
Maintain a caseload of consumers and ensure accurate, up-to-date records, including: Diagnostic Screening Assessment Health Assessment (initial and annual) Bio-Psychosocial Assessment (initial and annual) Treatment Plan and Service Plan Review Continuing Care and Termination Summary Participate in scheduled staffing's, case conferences, and consultations as needed Perform all other duties as outlined in the current job description
Skills & Knowledge:
One year of experience working with the mental health population preferred, but not required Ability to work therapeutically with the SMI (Severe Mental Illness) population strongly desired This is a 10 month position
Benefits
- Dental Insurance