Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LCSW,LMFT,LPCC)
California City, California, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Mental Health Counselor
Specialty All Specialties
Salary $80,000 – $122,000 yearly
Degree Required Master's in Social Work Master's in Mental Health Counseling Master's in Psychology Master's in Counseling Master's Degree in Professional Counseling Doctorate in Marriage and Family Therapy
Position Type Full Time W2 Salary
Work Environment Outpatient
Location Visalia, California, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 9/10/24

Full-time Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LCSW,LMFT,LPCC)
We are looking for an empathetic and supportive Mental Health Counselor with a genuine desire to help and improve the lives of others. You will help our senior clients cope with difficulties in life through psychotherapy. You should listen and understand your clients’ needs to help provide the right assistance and resources while managing several cases at once.

HoursPerWeek : 40

Job Schedule : Full-time

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Develops, implements, coordinates, and evaluates clinical treatment programs for the diagnosis, treatment, and/or referral of Health Plan members with acute or chronic mental illness. Participates in staff conferences to select, plan, and evaluate treatment programs. Provides outpatient psychotherapy to individuals, couples, families and groups.
  • Prepares intake summaries, treatment plans, and case summaries and maintains ongoing confidential records. Chart members treatment and progress in accord with state and NCQA regulations and in keeping with accepted community standards. May be required to participate in the department on-call rotation.
  • Provide Telehealth therapy with clients
  • Assess senior clients’ needs and develop strategies to help
  • Provide support and resources for clients; research and refer clients to resources if available
  • Listen and provide counseling or psychotherapy sessions for adults or senior clients

Basic Qualifications:

Education

  • Masters degree in Social Work, Social Welfare from a clinical track, Clinical or Counseling Psychology or related field required from an accredited college or university.

License, Certification, Registration

  • LCSW, LPC, LCPC, LMHC, or LMFT in this state are required. We currently cannot accept applicants with an associates license, as they are not billable through Medicare.
  • Geriatric experience preferred, but not required.
  • Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word)
  • Comfort in a fast-paced environment with multiple cases
  • Self-directed and able to work without supervision

Pay and Benefits:

  • 80k-122k/year.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • Professional liability insurance.
  • Employee assistance program for mental health support.
  • Minimal paperwork.
  • Full caseload for a busy and fulfilling schedule.

Applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.