LCPC/LCSW - Early Childhood Services (Belgrade, MT)

About the role

AWARE in Great Falls, MT is seeking a full-time LCPC or LCSW to provide compassionate, high-quality mental health care to adults, children, and families. The role focuses on personal growth and community integration for clients, supported by a dedicated and inclusive team culture. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered, along with opportunities for professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical program supervision in accordance with administrative rules and corporate policy for assigned programs.
• Conducts one-to-one counseling sessions to address mental health issues.
• Interviews clients, reviews records, and consults with professionals to evaluate mental health conditions.
• Collaborates with supervisors, directors, physicians, and other professionals to plan and coordinate individualized treatment.
• Monitors, evaluates, and records client progress toward treatment goals.
• Refers clients and family members to community resources and follows up to ensure service efficacy.
• Provides clinical assistance to staff serving clients and may offer consultation, evaluation, and treatment services.
• Works with consumers and families to problem-solve and participates in treatment team meetings.
• Reports behavioral and emotional observations and adjusts treatment plans as needed.
• Uses therapeutic holds (H.E.L.P.) when a resident is a danger to self or others, and performs basic First Aid/CPR as required.
• Attends mandatory training, in-services, staff meetings, and corporate committees.
• Meets fiscal goals including billing, case load maintenance, and weekly targets on a monthly basis.
• Develops crisis plans with caregivers that include 24/7 response protocols.
• Accurately records data using AWARE’s Electronic Medical Records System.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Knowledge of human behavior, psychological research, and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
• Knowledge of therapy and counseling principles for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation.
• Knowledge of customer and personal service principles, including needs assessment and service evaluation.
• An advanced degree (MS, MA, PhD) in Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
• One year of direct work experience.
• Current LCPC or LCSW license required.
• Must maintain the required professional license and/or certification as mandated by state and federal boards.
• Valid Montana Driver’s License and acceptable driving record.
• Acceptable criminal and protective services background check.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Advancement
• Professional Development Support

Pay

$60,000.00 – $70,000.00 per year to start