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Behavioral Health Counselor

Pathway Healthcare
Laurel, MS Full Time
POSTED ON 4/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/22/2025

Position Role: As a Behavioral Health Counselor, you will be a vital member of our team, delivering compassionate, evidence-based behavioral health services to our patients. Your role would involve utilizing proven treatment modalities, including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Informed Care, and Stages of Change Therapy.

This is a Hybrid position.

Key Responsibilities

· Foster a culture that aligns with Pathway’s mission: WE HELP PEOPLE.

· Stay current with emerging, evidence-based treatment practices in addiction counseling.

· Provide outpatient counseling services to individuals, couples, families, and groups, including in an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) setting.

· Review patient electronic medical records prior to sessions to stay informed of any changes in treatment plans, medication, or care.

· Create a comfortable, trusting environment that encourages patients to speak openly about their emotions and perspectives.

· Conduct clinical assessments for new and existing patients, collaborating to develop appropriate behavioral health treatment plans.

· Deliver empathetic and compassionate behavioral health care in person and/or via TeleHealth.

· Document patient information post-session, including progress notes, diagnosis, clinical opinions, and treatment plan updates.

· Manage administrative tasks to ensure continuous flow of pertinent patient information to and from other providers.

· Maintain a minimum of 25 Patient-Facing Hours per week.

· Manage a caseload of 120-160 patients.

· Collaborate with in-house Medical Doctors, Psychiatrists, and Patient Care Coordinators.

Qualifications

  • Must possess a Master’s Degree in Social Work or another clinical counseling field.
  • Must be independently licensed in the state where they are working and in good standing.

Must hold one of the below licenses:

  • Alabama: LICSW, LPC
  • Mississippi: LCSW, LPC
  • Tennessee: LCSW, LPC-MHSP
  • Texas: LCSW, LPC

Compensation and Benefits

  • Competitive Pay: $65K annually plus productivity bonus.
  • Health Benefits: Comprehensive health benefits, including free Teladoc services for full-time employees
  • Paid Time Off: Generous PTO and holiday schedule
  • Professional Growth: Opportunities for career advancement and continuous learning

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000

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