Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC, LMFT,LICSW)
Washington, Washington DC, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Mental Health Counselor
Specialty All Specialties
Salary 52,000 – 100,000 yearly
Degree Required Master's in Social Work Master's in Mental Health Counseling Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy Master's in Psychology Master's in Counseling Master's Degree in Professional Counseling
Position Type Full Time Part Time 1099 W2 Salary
Work Environment Outpatient
Location Lakewood, Washington, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 10/16/24

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC, LMFT,LICSW) needed.

The Counselor provides outreach, basic help, individual and group crisis counseling, public education, and referral information to those with significant mental illness and other co-occurring disorders. Success in this profession requires excellent engagement skills, a will to make a difference, and ideally, people who are familiar with technology and the internet.

Schedule: Full Time and Part Time

Essential Job Duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Conduct biopsychosocial assessments to determine a client’s suitability for work assignments, counseling or other referrals.
  • Provide culturally sensitive, mental health and substance abuse counseling to individuals and groups, along with case management
  • Consult and collaborate with clients, case managers, and internal/external providers to coordinate client care.
  • Maintain timely administrative and clinical records related to client care, per standards specified by RAMS policies, clinical standards
  • Provide crisis intervention as needed.
  • Provide consultation to HSA staff concerning client care.
  • Participate in case conferences, clinical team and staff meetings.
  • Participate in individual & group supervision.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Provide work readiness and learning needs assessment to clients, including determining psychological test battery from referral information
  • Provide work readiness and learning needs assessment to clients, including determining psychological test battery from referral information
  • Complete psychological assessment reports, including providing vocational recommendations and feedback to clients, as appropriate for client’s comprehension level

Qualifications:

  • Social Work License Required per State Regulations.(LMHC, LMFT,LICSW)
  • Experienced with a variety of psychotherapy modalities, familiar with a wide range of mental health disorders and diagnosis such as MDD, ADHD, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, grief, etc.
  • Able to work in a fast-paced setting and tolerate interruptions required
  • Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
  • No history of Medical Malpractice Claims, verified by a Third Party.
  • Authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Master’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or similar disciplines

Benefits:

  • 80k-100k/year.
  • 52k-70k/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.

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