Clinical Counselor

MUSC Health; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

MUSC Health is seeking a Clinical Counselor in North Charleston, SC, to provide direct patient care and manage therapy groups. The role involves leading groups focusing on coping, social skills, and self-esteem for children with behavioral health issues.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree, appropriate licensure, and experience in therapy settings. Join our team to contribute to rehabilitating children and adolescents.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant work experience for support roles or 0-2 years for professionals.
• Current state licensure is required.
• Must have American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care and manages groups of patients.
• Plans and leads groups focusing on coping skills, social skills, and self-esteem.
• Works closely with Social Workers, psychiatrists, and nurses.

Skills

Group therapy management

Coping skills training

Psychosocial rehabilitation

Education

Bachelors Degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Description Summary

Provides direct patient care, manages groups of patients, and provides a safe and therapeutic milieu. Direct patient care services include assessment, planning, monitoring, advocacy, psychosocial rehabilitation, and direct intervention. Under the direction of the Program Coordinator, the Clinical Counselor is responsible for group therapy care as directed by the multi‑disciplinary treatment plan. The Clinical Counselor will plan and lead groups focusing on coping skills, social skills, and self‑esteem for children with behavioral health problems. Clinical Counselors will be involved in treatment team meetings and work closely with Social Workers, psychiatrists, and nurses to assist children and adolescents in rehabilitating back into the school and home environment.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub‑Type

PRN

Scheduled Weekly Hours

8

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelors Degree or equivalent
• Work Experience: 5 years for support or 0-2 years for professional
• Current state licensure required

Required Certifications

• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification

EEO Statement

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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