Mental Health Counseling (LCSW LCPC LMFT)
California City, California, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Licensed Mental Health Therapist
Specialty All Specialties
Salary 90,000 – 104,000 yearly
Degree Required Master's in Social Work Master's in Mental Health Counseling Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy Master's in Psychology Doctorate in Psychology Master's in Counseling Master's Degree in Professional Counseling Doctorate in Social Work Doctorate in Marriage and Family Therapy Doctorate in Counseling
Position Type Full Time Part Time
Work Environment Telehealth Remote
Location Chicago, Illinois, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 11/05/24

We are looking for a Mental Health Counselor to join our team and provide our patients with professional mental health evaluations and cultivate treatment plans for patients with mental health issues. A Mental Health Counselor’s responsibilities include developing treatment plans, facilitating individual and group interventions, and overseeing the overall mental health well-being of their patients. Ultimately, you will work directly with patients to help them overcome mental health issues and lead a healthier life.

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate individual and group therapy sessions
  • Monitor progress throughout the treatment plan
  • Collaborate on intervention plans with other mental health specialists, doctors, nurses, and social workers
  • Follow up with psychiatrists and attending physicians for clients admitted to the hospital
  • Identify and prevent behaviors that impede recovery
  • Assist family members and primary caregivers in managing mental behavioral challenges

Requirements

  • Must have a Master’s degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Mental Health Counseling, or Psychology.
  • Must have an active LCSW, LCPC, LMFT, or PsyD license without disciplinary actions
  • Must be independently licensed to practice without supervision
  • Proven work experience as a Mental Health Counselor or similar role
  • In-depth knowledge of the effects of drugs prescribed by medical specialists
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills and sympathetic nature

Benefits

  • Sign-on Bonus
  • $80k-$100k per year
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Training & Development
  • Wellness Resources