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.
This position supports the Memorandum Of AgreementFran developed between MRCS and Court Service Units to embed a mental health professional within the courts to provide additional assessments, counseling, and case management services based on assessments and documentation provided by Court Services.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
(Maximum of Eight) Provide assessments as requested in order to identify and diagnose mental health/substance abuse disorders and the overall functional capacity of the consumer; to integrate input from collateral contacts; to make referrals, as appropriate. Develop and implement individualized treatment plans; to establish measurable goals and objectives, which are based upon consumer needs identified during assessment. To identify and implement appropriate interventions through treatment modalities such as individual, group, family, or couples therapy. Provide case management services to consumers who meet eligibility criteria, and have identified case management nees; to provide case management activities such as referral, monitoring, supportive counseling, education, and development of skills to enhance community integration. Engage in ongoing evaluation of clinical practice and of services rendered to consumers, through annual re-assessments and treatment plan reviews; to provide outcome measures of progress where possible. Meet required times for on site availability and support as establihsed in MOA with Court Services Unit. To comply with all policies and procedures established by Mount Rogers CSB, Licensure, Medicaid/Medicare, and other regulatory bodies; keep records up-to-date and adhere to confidentiality of consumer information. Actively participate in meetings such as supervision, clinical staffings, business meetings, and committees as assigned; utilizes these meetings for active problem solving and to enhance a team approach to decision making. Keep mandatory trainings up-to-date. Provide consultation and educational services with Mount Rogers CSB and with other agencies or organizations. Minimum Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
Extensive knowledge of mental disorders and substance abuse Skills in assessment and diagnosis Knowledge of counseling theories and practice utilized to treat mental illness and substance abuse Knowledge of a broad range of treatment modalities and development of treatment plans Oral and written communication skills Where applicable, knowledge of evaluation tools for psychological testing
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION REQUIRED
Counselor II - (Level 13) Masters Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field that is eligible for supervised residency towards LPC, LCSW, or LMFT must either be completed or pending completion from a KCREP accredited institution within 3 months of contingent job offer. Counselor III - (Level 14) Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field; Licensure required. (Licensed as a LPC, LMFT, or LCSW.) Valid driver's license with a safe driving record.
