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Talbert House

Behavioral Health Counselor - Dependent (LSW / LPCC)

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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.

$33,285 / year median in Ohio

+22% projected growth

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Job Description

Position Summary:
Responsible for providing individual and/or group counseling as defined by license for both youth and adult populations. Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning for all applicable clients. Develop comprehensive diagnostic assessment within the scope of license.

Position will split time between Mt. Orab, OH and Georgetown, OH offices.

Position Requires of of the
Following Ohio Licenses:
LSW, LISW, LPC, or LPCCPosition Description:
Perform counseling, psychosocial intervention and treatment under close supervisionMaintain caseload and utilization by maintaining regular contact with clientsMonitor and assess progress utilizing supportive methodsInterview and observe clients and prepare clinical reports and individualized service plansMay provide family counseling according to established principles and best practicesProvide cognitive behavioral treatment, conduct assessments, individual/group counseling and case managementMay provide clinical direction and participate in providing in-service training to other treatment team membersProvides dependent diagnosis, under close supervision of an independently licensed supervisorProvides in-depth assessment services and diagnostic summaries; assesses and selects appropriate counseling methods to maximize treatment process and outcomes, both individual and groupEnsure accurate and timely documentation of clinical activities in compliance with contract, regulatory and agency requirements and clinical best practicesAdhere to professional standards as outlined by protocols, rules and regulations and licensure scopeConsult with team members concerning situations and possible courses of actionComplete agency, accrediting body, and funder required training Other duties as assigned
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to interact with others in an ethical, culturally sensitive and respectful mannerExcellent organizational and time management skillsBe adaptive, flexible and responsive to the needs of the client and programEffective verbal and written communication skillsDemonstrate professional behavior and strong clinical boundariesStrong problem-solving skills and ability to multi-task while prioritizing tasksRemain current in general knowledge of psychotropic medications, side effects and
DSM-V/ICD-10
diagnosisAbility to use electronic service documentation system effectively
Job Requirements:
Bachelors degree or higher and at least one of the following Ohio licenses: LSW or LPC (LISW or LPCC)2 5 years clinical counseling experience preferred
Essential Functions/Physical Demands:
Positional:
Driving in accordance with job duties assigned. Infrequent standing and walking. Frequent to constant sitting.
Gross Mobility:
Rare climbing, or crawling. Infrequent balancing, stooping, kneeling, or crouching. Frequent to constant reaching and handling.
Sensory:
Rare tasting/smelling. Infrequent use of color vision. Occasional use of far visual acuity, depth perception, and field of vision. Frequent use of near and midrange visual acuity, and visual accommodation. Frequent to constant talking.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or on the basis of disability.#IND Position will split time between Mt.
Orab and Georgetown offices:
2 Days - Mt. Orab Office3 Days - Georgetown Office