Mental Health Counselor

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Fully Licensed Illinois LCPC or LPC or LCSW or LMFT for our team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality mental health counseling to individuals, including adolescents, teens and adults, couples or families in a supportive and therapeutic environment. This role is essential in helping clients navigate their mental health challenges through various therapeutic techniques, including cognitive behavioral therapy among others.

Duties

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to determine clients' mental health needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide evidence-based therapy sessions, utilizing techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy and crisis intervention.
• Offer support and counseling to clients dealing with a range of issues, including GAD, OCD, Depression, trauma, bi-polar, ASD, ADHD, ODD, and behavioral disorders....
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
• Maintain accurate documentation of client progress ie progress notes, and treatment plans in accordance with ICD-10 standards.
• Managing their own schedule effectively communicating with clients about scheduling.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in mental health therapy.

Experience

• A Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related field is required, and hold an LCPC, LCSW or LMFT or LPC license in Illinois.
• Medicaid IMPACT registration a plus
• Previous experience in mental health counseling or clinical counseling is preferred.
• Familiarity with pediatric populations and experience working with children is a plus.
• Experience in crisis intervention strategies and patient care practices is a plus.
• Knowledge of behavioral therapy techniques and the ability to implement them effectively a plus
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with clients from diverse backgrounds.
• Pays attention to detail and works well independently
• Has good computer skills and has problem solving skills.
• bilingual a plus

We encourage all qualified candidates who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $65.00 - $85.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 15 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have your own laptop or PC?

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• Mental health counseling: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• LCPC, LPC, LMFT, or LCSW In Illinois (Required)

Malpractice Insurance

• Must carry malpractice insurance

New Horizons is a small private practice enabling you to work from home in a relaxed environment aided by a user friendly platform, to do case notes and scheduling clients appts. Office support from office staff mon -friday 8:30- 4:00 pm and or professional collaboration when needed and or requested by experienced licensed LCPC.

Company Description

New Horizons is a small private practice enabling you to work from home in a relaxed environment aided by a user friendly platform, to do case notes and scheduling clients appts. Office support from office staff mon -friday 8:30- 4:00 pm and or professional collaboration when needed and or requested by experienced licensed LCPC.