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Start Corporation

LCSW / LPC

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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

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Job Description

LCSW / LPC
Start Corporation - 3.7 New Orleans, LA Job Details Full-time From $31.25 an hour 18 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 403(b) Life insurance Qualifications Master's degree in social work Health insurance authorizations Risk management for crisis intervention support Doctoral degree Post-session clinical documentation Client rapport building Mental health interventions Client assessment in social work Licensed Clinical Social Worker LPC Mid-level Community resource coordination in health services social work Master's degree Care planning in social services Managing patients as a health services social worker Doctoral degree in social work Risk management Working with individuals with mental health conditions Patient interaction Social Work Social work care coordination Clinical documentation standards Managing patients as a clinical case manager Referral coordination Direct patient care in social services case management Full Job Description About Start Corporation Start Corporation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 1984. Our Mission is to promote opportunities, which enhance the self-sufficiency of people to empower them to live and function independently. Job Description We are looking to hire a
LCSW/LPC
for our
NOLA FQHC.
Apply today! Minimum Requirements Master or Doctorate Degree in social work 3 Years of Relevant Clinical Experience Advanced clinical license for independent practice (LCSW) in good standing No restrictions or adverse actions that would disqualify for Medicaid or other billing Core Competencies Demonstrates advanced knowledge of behavioral health symptoms, diagnoses, interventions, and impact. Communicates respectfully and effectively and establishes professional relationships through active listening and demonstration of empathy and positive regard. Promotes recovery, independence, and personal choice for participants. Assists clients in identifying strengths, needs, and realistic goals to develop a service plan. Accurately identifies risk and responds appropriately, and provides consultation to peers regarding high-risk situations and appropriate interventions. Job Duties / Skills Required Provides supportive services for clients and arranges for the provision of services from community resources based on the case plan. Coordinates and ensures proper authorizations for services as necessary. Coordinates ongoing service plan development and revision with clients to develop service plans that meet accreditation requirements. Completes accurate clinical documentation according to policy and as needed to ensure reimbursement for services. Performs regular case management activities to assist clients with basic needs, referrals, service coordination, and skills training as necessary.
Benefits include:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance; disability and life insurance; paid time off; 13 paid holidays per year for regular full-time employees; and a 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching.