Clinical Counselor

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

Job summary

MUSC Children's Health is seeking a Clinical Counselor in North Charleston, South Carolina. The role focuses on providing direct patient care, managing groups of children with behavioral health problems, and leading therapeutic sessions. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree, required licensure, and certifications in Basic Life Support.

This position requires a collaborative approach with multidisciplinary teams and a commitment to rehabilitating children back into their school and home environments. Experience in a related role is preferred.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience for support or 0-2 years for professional roles.
• Current state licensure required.
• Certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and group therapy.
• Lead groups focusing on coping, social skills, and self-esteem.
• Collaborate with treatment team members including Social Workers and psychiatrists.

Skills

Group therapy

Coping skills development

Social skills enhancement

Psychosocial rehabilitation

Education

Bachelor's 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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