Counselor - Hospital

About the role

We are seeking a highly skilled counselor/therapist to join our team at our Bunkie Inpatient Behavioral Hospital. You will provide individual and group therapy sessions to patients with mental health and substance abuse disorders. Working closely with a multidisciplinary team, you will develop and implement treatment plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs, helping them achieve optimal functioning and improve their quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual and group therapy sessions with patients
• Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with the treatment team
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient progress and treatment plans
• Participate in treatment team meetings and case conferences
• Provide crisis intervention services as needed

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field
• Current state licensure as CSW, LMSW, LCSW, LPC, or P-LPC
• Experience providing therapy services to patients with mental health and substance abuse disorders
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in an inpatient psychiatric setting
• Experience with evidence-based treatment modalities

Skills

As a professional therapist, you will utilize strong communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients and their families. Expertise in evidence-based treatment modalities will help you develop and implement effective treatment plans. Collaborative teamwork is essential for providing comprehensive care, while crisis intervention skills will be crucial in managing acute situations. Attention to detail and strong documentation skills ensure accurate and timely recording of patient progress and treatment plans.