Behavioral Health Counselor – Community Impact

State of Louisiana; Leesville (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Central Louisiana Human Services District (CLHSD) is seeking a Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor or Provisional Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with two years of licensed counseling experience for assignments at the Caring Choices Clinic in Leesville. The role focuses on group counseling for substance use disorders, treatment planning, and caseload management.

Appointment is Probational. Location is Leesville; COA progression to higher levels may apply.

Qualifications

• Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice as a Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor (PLPC) or a Provisional Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (PLMFT) plus two years of licensed counseling experience.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the decision‑making process of the treatment team, including formulating therapeutic activities.
• Serves as a group leader/facilitator in counseling groups made up of persons with substance use disorders.
• May conduct peer reviews to refine the quality and level of outpatient substance use services provided.
• Manages caseloads of clients diagnosed with substance abuse issues.

Skills

Counseling

Group facilitation

Caseload management

Education

Licensed counseling credential (PLPC/PLMFT)

Job description

The Central Louisiana Human Services District (CLHSD) is seeking a Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor or Provisional Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with two years of licensed counseling experience for assignments at the Caring Choices Clinic in Leesville. The role focuses on group counseling for substance use disorders, treatment planning, and caseload management.

Appointment is Probational. Location is Leesville; COA progression to higher levels may apply.