What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Counselor position at Chasepro Talent?
The selected candidate will perform the following duties:
Our client, a local non-profit organization dedicated to mental health and substance abuse services, has a direct hire opportunity for a Mental Health Counselor for their growing team.
They are on a mission to bring hope and healing to individuals and families in our community—and they need someone like you to help make it happen!
As a Mental Health Counselor, you will be responsible for:
Clinical Expectations:
Engage in both individual and group counseling sessions with clients to provide mental health counseling/alcohol and other drug counseling.
Conduct clinical MH/ AoD assessments to identify client needs, diagnosis and identify the appropriate treatment intervention(s) to assist clients in meeting goals.
Provides crisis intervention services for clients experiencing mental health and/or chemical dependency emergency. Collaborate with the Clinical Director to refer client in crisis to next level of care.
Facilitate and co-facilitate therapeutic counseling group(s) as assigned. Follow the necessary group counseling attendance implementation strategies as outlined by the client.
Prepare timely client progress notes, clinical assessments, treatment plans, reports, and completion notices.
Provide paperwork to clients, courts, probation and parole departments and other referral sources.
Maintain accurate client records to ensure compliance with all Federal and State regulations.
Attend and actively participate in treatment team meetings and provide updates and progress on clients.
Maintain client safety, always, while in the facility and in service to clients.
Engage in and complete discharge planning processes.
Maintain communication regarding client progress and any concerns to referral sources if required.
Engage in case management practices. Respond to clients in reception to support overall clinical operations.
Ensure clinical decisions are made in the best interest of the client, ensuring consultation with clinical staff and Clinical Director when necessary.
Make referrals to community resources as needed.
Coordinating and cooperating with local agencies and organizations as necessary to expedite treatment for each client.
Operational Expectations:
Comply with HIPAA regulation requirements to fulfill our duty and protect the confidentiality and integrity of confidential protected health information (PHI) as required by law, professional ethics, and accreditations requirements.
Follow licensure ethics of respective governing bodies.
Maintain required licensure continuing education units (CEU's) as required by governing licensure board (e.g., CSWMFT Board).
Comply with HIPAA regulation requirements to fulfill our duty and protect the confidentiality and integrity of confidential protected health information (PHI) as required by law, professional ethics, and accreditations requirements.
Follow licensure ethics of respective governing bodies.
Maintain required licensure continuing education units (CEU's) as required by governing licensure board (e.g., CSWMFT Board).
Orient clients to our Counseling programs, policies, procedures, treatment processes, case management, and group counseling services.
Follow the client Counseling professional dress code.
Maintain professionalism, respect, appreciation, and understanding for the population being served, the community at large, and for agency staff/colleagues.
Demonstrate a willingness to be flexible and supportive of fellow staff/colleagues as needed.
Continue to pursue further education, research, and credentials to better serve the client population.
Conduct professional clinical provider trainings as needed to agency staff and/or the community at large.
Education and Licensure:
Master’s degree in the following fields Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a closely related field is required from a Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)-accredited institution or equivalent.
Ohio has specific licensure requirements through the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist (CSWMFT) Board:
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC): or
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC): or
Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW): and
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) Levels II, III, or Clinical
Why Join This Organization?
Mission-Driven Work: Be part of a non-profit that makes a real difference in the community.
Collaborative Environment: Join a supportive team of professionals who share your passion for helping others.
Benefits package, including health insurance, PTO, and retirement plans.
