Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

LPC, LMFT, LCSW)

Full-Time Contractor (1099)

Location : West Monroe, LA

Reports to : Clinical Director for The Hope Center

Revised : 1 / 23 / 2025

Pay Rate : $70-100 / hr (70% of billable services)

• Position includes opportunities for specialty training (i.e. Play Therapy, EMDR, Etc.)

JOB PURPOSE :

The Hope Center, the Counseling and Medication Management Clinic of The Center for Children and Families (CFCF), is seeking a passionate and competent Licensed Counselor. This professional is responsible for providing counseling services to children, individuals, and families wishing to receive care. We are looking for someone with compassion and dedication, ready to build trust and rapport with clients, and able to navigate challenging dynamics. By offering hope and support, you help families envision and work toward a healthier, more stable future, making a profound impact on their lives and the community.

QUALIFICATIONS :

The Licensed Counselor should have the following qualifications, skills, and experience :

Master’s degree in Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Social Work

Licensure as an LPC, LMFT, or LCSW in Louisiana

Ability to work cooperatively with different types of personalities

Knowledge and understanding of word processing programs, excel, outlook, and ability to utilize electronic health records / practice management systems

Ability to work well in a team setting

Ability to maintain confidential information

Ability to organize files and electronic information

Ability to prioritize multiple tasks

Commitment to organizational goals and mission

ACCOUNTABILITY :

The Licensed Counselor is hired by the Clinical Director for The Hope Center, and reports directly to him or her. Additionally, the Clinical Director will be responsible for the performance monitoring of the Licensed Counselor.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :

Conduct counseling sessions for new and established clients

Work primarily in office with some telehealth options

Ethically follow an established treatment plan with clients

Complete progress notes

Update and maintain client records

Maintain all confidential information

Attend staff meetings

Complete all paperwork in a necessary timely manner

Complete weekly invoices

Make telephone contact as needed

Other duties as assigned

PAY & COMPENSATION INFORMATION :

Job type : Full-time, independent contractor position (1099)

Caseload : 20-25 clients

Pay Rate : $70-100 / hr (70% of billable services)

Other perks : Willing to cover cost of specialty training (Play Therapy, EMDR, Etc.), Free CEUS, and more!

WORKING ENVIRONMENT :

The physical demands and work environmental characteristics described here are representative of those a contractor encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the contractor regularly works in a business office setting. Tasks require a variety of physical activities, not generally involving muscular strain, such as walking, standing, stooping, sitting, reaching, and light lifting (5-15 lbs). Regular and consistent in-person interaction and continuous talking, hearing, and seeing are required in the normal course of performing the job. Common eye, hand, and finger dexterity are required to perform some essential functions. Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY :

The Center for Children & Families is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Salary : $70 - $100