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Licensed Professional Counselor - Coushatta Psych Day Prog Geriatric - PRN
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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.
$39,312 / year median in Louisiana
+21% projected growth
Job Description
Licensed Professional Counselor - Coushatta Psych Day Prog Geriatric - PRN Christus Health United States, Louisiana, Coushatta 1635 Marvel Street (Show on map) Sep 13, 2026
Description Summary:
Provides patients of the
CHRISTUS
with a Mental Health Evaluation. Provides patients and families of
CHRISTUS
with supportive group activities and individual and/or family counseling as appropriate. Provides consultation with
CHRISTUS
professionals, medical staff, and other relevant individuals as necessary.
Responsibilities:
Provides patients and families of
CHRISTUS
Hospital with individual and/or family counseling as appropriate
Provides patients of
CHRISTUS
Hospital with a Mental Health Evaluation, including appropriate assessments, with report
Provides patients and families of
CHRISTUS
Hospital with supportive group activities
Provides consultation with
CHRISTUS
Hospital professionals, medical staff, and other relevant individuals as necessary
Participates in program development by providing ideas and research on selected topics
Strictly adheres to the legal and ethical professional standards
Participate in professional seminars, conferences, and workshops in an effort to remain aware of current trends and issues related to counseling and sub-specialty
Utilize assessment data to ascertain psychosocial risk factors and develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Responsible for implementing clinical interventions that promote, maintain, or restore mental health, effect rehabilitation and facilitate developmental progression.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Education/Skills Master's degree required Experience Minimum of three years' experience Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Current LPC in state of employment
BLS Work Schedule:
8AM - 5
PM Monday-Friday Work Type:
Per Diem As Needed