Excellent Full-Time Opportunity to Join Our Weight Management Team at Healthy Mind and Soul Counseling Center.

We are a multi-specialty provider practice devoted to providing convenient and high-quality services to our community. Our dedication includes a Level III Trauma Center, and our objective is to provide superior treatment that improves the health and well-being of individuals and the communities we are honored to serve.

Job Highlights:

- A great chance for a Mental Health Counselor with a special interest in Obesity and/or Binge Eating.

- Preferably 36 hours per week, but we would consider 32 hours.

- Work hours are restricted to Monday through Friday.

- You will be a vital member of a dynamic work group.

- There are no on-call obligations.

- Making use of EPIC electronic medical records (EMR).

If you are interested in teaching, there are options available.

- This is a full-time job at Foundation Medical Partners.

Responsibilities:

- Conduct in-depth examinations of patients' mental health, including emotional, psychological, and behavioral elements of weight management, obesity, and binge eating.

- Use standardized assessment methods to examine patients' mental health issues, assisting in the selection of suitable treatment techniques.

- Provide individual counseling sessions to individuals suffering from obesity and/or binge eating, addressing emotional issues, behavioral habits, and psychological variables influencing their weight control journey.

- Develop personalised treatment programs based on each patient's specific requirements, goals, and preferences.

- Educate patients on the psychological aspects of weight control, such as self-esteem, body image, stress management, and coping skills.

- Work closely with patients to increase their understanding of the emotional causes that lead to overeating or bad eating behaviors.

-Use evidence-based therapeutic methods such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, and mindfulness techniques to enable patients to make long-term behavioral changes.

-Lead or co-lead weight management group therapy sessions, creating an atmosphere for patients to engage in conversations, share experiences, and learn from one another while getting support and direction.

- Work closely with doctors, nutritionists, physical therapists, and other members of the healthcare team to provide patients with comprehensive treatment that addresses both their physical and emotional health requirements.

- Assess patients' progress toward their mental health and weight management goals on a regular basis, and meticulously document these results.

- Modify treatment plans as needed depending on patient reactions and changing needs to provide optimal care.

- Using EPIC software, keep exact and thorough electronic medical records (EMR), capturing counseling sessions, treatment plans, progress notes, and other relevant correspondence.

- Stay up to date on the newest research, trends, and best practices in mental health counseling and weight control.

- Actively engage in relevant workshops, conferences, and training opportunities to keep your skills and knowledge up to date.

- Participate in teaching opportunities, sharing your knowledge with colleagues, trainees, or students if you are interested.

- Maintain the highest ethical standards in patient care, while also maintaining confidentiality and professional behavior.

- Actively contribute to a collaborative team environment by collaborating closely with team members and establishing a vibrant and supportive workplace.

- Attend team meetings and case conferences to discuss patient progress and multidisciplinary treatment strategies.

Salary:

$90,000-105,000 per year

Qualifications:

• Must hold a master's degree in mental health counseling or a related field
• Must hold an unrestricted LMHC license to practice in the State
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 lbs
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Benefits

• Possible Loan repayment is available if the candidate is eligible
• Long-term disability
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health reimbursement accounts
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $1,000 annually
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous vacation, sick and personal days, and up to 12 paid holidays available for full-time employees
• Some benefits are included for part-time employees

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Join us, send your application.