Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Mental Health Counselor to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive mental health services to individuals across diverse populations, including adolescents and adults. Your expertise will support clients through assessment, treatment planning, and evidence-based interventions, fostering resilience and promoting mental well-being. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people's lives while working in a collaborative and supportive environment.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough mental health assessments and diagnostic evaluations utilizing clinical documentation standards and ICD coding systems (ICD-9, ICD-10).
- Develop individualized treatment plans incorporating evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-focused therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and applied behavior analysis.
- Provide individual, group, family, and youth therapy sessions using modalities like behavioral therapy, grief counseling, and social work techniques.
- Manage crisis situations effectively through crisis intervention and crisis management strategies to ensure client safety.
- Maintain accurate medical records and documentation in compliance with HIPAA regulations and clinical ethical guidelines.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care, case management, and treatment planning for clients with co-occurring disorders or developmental disabilities.
- Utilize telehealth platforms for remote therapy sessions while adhering to clinical standards for telehealth therapy and patient communication.
Skills
- Extensive experience in psychotherapy techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, trauma-focused therapy, addiction counseling, and grief counseling.
- Proficiency in crisis intervention, crisis management, behavior management, and patient assessment within inpatient or outpatient settings.
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology, ICD coding (ICD-9/10), medical records management, and clinical documentation standards.
- Skilled in working with adolescents, individuals with autism or developmental disabilities, PTSD care needs, and co-occurring disorders.
- Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems for clinical documentation and data collection; experience with telehealth platforms is highly desirable.
- Ability to conduct mental health assessments using evidence-based practices; experience with research or clinical research is a plus.
- Excellent client communication skills combined with the ability to provide compassionate support in high-pressure situations.
Join us to be part of a passionate team committed to transforming lives through innovative mental health care!
Pay: $25.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
