Behavioral Health Counselor/UKHC

U K Healthcare Ltd; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

The Behavioral Health Counselor/UKHC role is based in Lexington, KY. The incumbent will conduct mental health assessments, diagnose disorders, and provide individual, family, and group counseling as part of a comprehensive treatment plan.

The position requires licensure in LCSW, LPCC, LCADC, and LMFT at the time of hire, plus a minimum of three years of related experience. Monday–Friday, day shift, 40 hours weekly. University of Kentucky offers a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 3 years of related clinical mental health experience.
• Must have required licenses at time of hire (LCSW, LPCC, LCADC, LMFT).
• Experience in conducting assessments and counseling is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mental health assessments and diagnose mental health disorders.
• Provide direct clinical counseling to individuals, families and groups as part of a comprehensive treatment plan.

Skills

3 yrs clinical experience

Education

MSW for LCSW

MS for LPCC

LCADC

LMFT (no equivalency)

Job description

Job Title

Behavioral Health Counselor/UKHC

Requisition Number

RE55244

Department Name

MG345: Psychiatry

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

12

Salary Range

$62,400-111,634/year

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

• MSW for LCSW
• MS for LPCC
• LCADC
• LMFT (no equivalency)

Click here for more information about equivalencies

https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

3 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker ( LCSW )
• Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor ( LPCC )
• Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor ( LCADC )
• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist ( LMFT ) at time of hire

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements for this position include regularly sitting, standing, walking, with some pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects weighing up to 10lbs and occasional pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects up to 25lbs.

Shift

Monday – Friday, Day Shift; primarily 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (40 hrs/wk); other hours as needed

Job Summary

The Behavioral Health Counselor will conduct mental health assessments, diagnosis mental health disorders, and provide direct clinical counseling to help patients deal with personal, social and mental health issues through individual, family and group counseling.

This individual will work closely with other mental health providers to provide a comprehensive treatment plan.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

None

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

Previous work experience providing clinical mental health assessments, counseling, case management and/or social services.

Deadline to Apply

09/24/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination.

The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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