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

Job Summary

Occupation Mental Health Counselor
Specialty All Specialties
Salary 50,000 – 122,000 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 Carlsbad, California, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 10/16/24

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LCSW,LMFT,LPCC)
As a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team, a mental health worker assists the patient's therapeutic treatment plan. Ability to function as a member of a clinical team and offer direct patient care is required when managing emergencies.

Job Schedule : Full-time or Part time

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Provide drop in crisis counseling to students in distress, and conduct crisis interventions and assessments as necessary.
  • Assist in the evaluation and response to student support referrals that come through Maxient. Update records on Maxient as needed.
  • Develop and maintain confidential patient records in accordance with applicable standards of practice and federal and state laws and regulations.
  • Provide professional development, training, and outreach to students, faculty, and staff on topics related to mental health
  • Provide consultation to students, faculty, and staff regarding concerns, mental health issues, and best practices for supporting students with psychological issues.
  • Plan, implement and deliver mental health services and mental health treatment to students in support of wellness, academic success, and retention (e.g. mental health outreach and prevention events/activities).
  • Assess, evaluate, and counsel students (individually and in groups) in a variety of health related concerns, including mental health and substance abuse issues.

Qualifications:

  • 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
  • Master’s degree in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, or career development, marriage and family therapy, or marriage, family and child counseling, OR the equivalent.

Pay and Benefits:

  • 80k-122k/year. (For Full time)
  • 50k-70k/year. (For Part Time)
  • 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.

This is your chance to join us in our aim to give every patient high-quality treatment delivered with compassion, teamwork, and innovation if serving others is your calling.