What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Counselor position at Genesis Counseling & Consulting Services?
About us
Genesis Counseling & Consulting Services is a small business in Saraland, AL. We are professional, agile, customer-centric and our goal is to continue to grow our private practice in Saraland, AL. We provide mental health counseling for adults, children, adolescents, couples, and families in addition to substance use disorder treatment in an Outpatient setting and substance use assessments for referral to other treatment facilities. Team cohesion, client centered treatment and working for goals of the growing organization and community are shared important values of team members..
Our work environment includes:
- Flexible working hours
- Casual work attire
- Regular social events
Responsibilities:
- Conduct individual and group therapy sessions for clients with a variety of mental health concerns including but not limited to depression, anxiety, grief, trauma and substance use disorders - Conduct biopsychosocial assessments thoroughly and timely
- Provide diagnosis based on DSM-V
- Participates in weekly Treatment Team staff meetings and works as a part of a team of therapists
- Utilize evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address client needs
- Collect and analyze data to track client progress and treatment outcomes
- Collaborate with the client and with other healthcare professionals as needed to develop individualized comprehensive treatment plans
- Stay up-to-date on the latest research and best practices in the field of mental health therapy
- Clinical documentation and paperwork as required by pay sources and policies of the organization
- Effective organizational and time management skills
- Compliance with HIPAA and confidentiality guidelines
- Knowledge and use of electronic health record
- Adherence to ethical guidelines and code of ethics by licensing body
Requirements:
- Master's degree in mental health counseling, psychology, or a related field
- Valid state licensure as ALC, LPC, LMFT, MFTA, LICSW
- Experience with specialized forms of therapy such as art therapy, play therapy, EMDR, DBT, CBT, psychoeducation etc. is preferred
- Knowledge of coding and billing procedures for insurance reimbursement preferred but not required
- Familiarity with clinical research methodologies and ethical guidelines
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and cultural backgrounds
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- Choose your own hours
Ability to Relocate:
- Saraland, AL 36571: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $45