Licensed Professional Counselor - Residency Clinic - Days

Summary/Objective

The Licensed Professional Counselor will work collaboratively with the Behavioral Health Medical Director, physicians and mid-level providers to provide continuous and comprehensive services necessary for the delivery and promotion of optimal Behavioral Health Services.

Essential Job Duties

• Provides counseling/therapy to scheduled patients, including group and family therapy sessions utilizing professional counseling standards based on the needs of patient related to age and development.
• Provides written documentation of counseling sessions, assessments and interventions to providers.
• Develops short term and long term goals for each patient and documents strengths as part of the treatment plan.
• Identify patients with urgent mental health conditions and provides assistance in crisis situations.
• Participates in team management approach by attending all Team Treatment meetings and assist with development of treatment plan for each patient.
• Maintain and update professional knowledge through continuing education.

Required Education And Experience

• Master's degree in counseling or a counseling related field from an accredited college or university
• 3-5 years of related experience

Required License/Certifications

• LPC License from Texas State Board of Examiners