What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Counselor position at Mendocino Coast Clinics?
Description:
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Behavioral Health Counselor will be responsible for evaluating and determining courses of treatment for their assigned clients. They will:
- Treat all ages from Age six to adult
- Coordinate all aspects of the client’s treatment and provide ongoing counseling.
- Actively participate in ongoing program evaluation.
- Be able to diagnose the client and follow through with required paperwork of the program as follows.
o Fully written assessment of the client.
o Complete diagnosis using DSMIV protocols
o Use the ICDM9 for primary diagnosis for billing purposes
o Maintain patient records, according to Clinic protocols
o Maintain knowledge of community resources and programs and make appropriate referrals as required.
Requirements:
Possess a current and active license as an LCSW or MFT to practice counseling in the State of California- Must have the education and at least one year experience in treating children age 6 and up.
·· Must demonstrate recent experience in Behavioral Health and/or agency setting
- Must be able to assess for suicidality and make appropriate referrals per California State law
