SENIOR MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR

Operational Roles & Responsibilities:

Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients with complex psychological or psychiatric conditions ensuring evidence-based approaches and a comprehensive therapeutic framework.
Manage patients with chronic mental health conditions or in crisis including those dealing with trauma, severe anxiety, and high-risk behaviors.
Specialize in specific therapeutic approaches such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), trauma-informed care, or others to address the diverse needs of patients.
Contribute to program development by identifying areas for improvement in treatment protocols and patient care programs. Provide recommendations to enhance service delivery.
Conduct group therapy sessions or lead therapeutic workshops, creating a supportive environment for patients to build skills for managing mental health issues.
Provide crisis intervention for patients experiencing suicidal ideation, emotional distress, or acute psychiatric episodes, ensuring effective response strategies.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop comprehensive treatment plans, participating actively in case discussions to ensure holistic care.
Monitor treatment progress and adjust interventions as needed, ensuring that goals are met and treatment plans are aligned with patient needs.

Minimum Education Required:

Master in Counseling, Psychotherapy or related field.

Professional Certifications Required:

SCFHS License as applicable; Evidence-Based Certification (i.e., Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and 100 CME Hours of accredited courses that are directly related to the field.

Years of Experience:

Minimum 7 years of Counseling, Psychotherapy or related experience and 2,000 hours of supervised training.

Languages:

English: Fully Proficient; Arabic: Fully Proficient.