Counselor-Private Practice

Beacon Behavioral Partners is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Full Time Counselor II to join our team that will support The Genesis Group in Baton Rouge. As a Counselor II, you will be responsible for providing professional counseling services to individuals, couples, and families. Your main goal will be to help clients overcome emotional and mental health issues and improve their overall well-being.

Who We Are

Beacon Behavioral Partners is a growing network of physician-driven psychiatric practices with over 25 years of management experience within the behavioral health industry. Committed to reducing the barriers and burdens that come with owning private practice, Beacon fully manages administrative responsibilities while allowing practices to maintain clinical autonomy. This approach allows physicians to focus on what they do best – taking care of patients.

Beacon Behavioral Partners now guides practices across Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi, and Texas. Partner clinics leverage access to an expansive network of over 400 staff members, including psychiatrists, psychologists, nurse practitioners, mental health therapists and recreational therapists at the forefront of the industry. Its experienced and forward-thinking physician advisory board provides clinicians with a supportive community for building best practices and sharing insights for an enhanced patient experience.

Why work for us?

At Beacon Behavioral Partners, the Counselor II is offered competitive compensation. Our extensive benefits package encompasses health, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) matching contributions; short-term disability insurance; paid holidays; accrued paid time off; and various other valuable benefits.

What does the Counselor II do? (including but not limited to)

As a Counselor II, you will use your excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with clients and help them overcome emotional and mental health issues. You will also use your knowledge of counseling techniques and treatment plans to develop personalized plans for each client. Your ability to work independently and as part of a team will be essential in collaborating with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care. Additionally, your experience in private practice and working with diverse populations will be beneficial in providing high-quality counseling services. Finally, your proficiency in electronic health records will help you maintain accurate and up-to-date client records.

Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities (including but not limited to)

• Conducting individual, couples, and family counseling sessions
• Developing and implementing treatment plans based on clients' needs
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client records
• Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care
• Staying up to date with the latest research and techniques in counseling

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in counseling
• Valid state license to practice counseling
• Proven experience as a Counselor
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Physical Demands:

This job requires employees to have a full range of physical capabilities, including the ability to handle and lift patients, demonstrate manual and finger dexterity, and maintain good eye-hand coordination. Employees must be able to stand and walk for extended periods and occasionally lift and carry items up to 40 lbs. Corrected vision and hearing within the normal range are also required. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential job functions.