Counselor LPC, LCSW, LMFT or LCDC

The Ranch at Dove Tree; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ranch at Dove Tree in Lubbock, Texas seeks a Counselor (LPC, LCSW, LMFT or LCDC) to provide treatment and counseling for addiction recovery, and to support families as needed. The role is onsite and emphasizes assessments, treatment planning, group and individual sessions, crisis intervention and accurate documentation.

Education requires a bachelor's in social services or related field with 3+ years of post‑Bachelor experience, or a master's with 1+ year post‑Masters experience.

Qualifications

• Requires bachelor’s degree in social services, addiction, mental health or closely related health services field with 3+ years of post-Bachelor degree professional experience in the addictions or counseling field
• OR master’s degree in social services, addictions, mental health or closely related health services field with 1+ years of post-Masters degree professional experience in the addictions, therapy or counseling field
• Degree must be from an accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

• Lead client assessments to identify history, current presentation, problem areas and treatment needs.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of chemical dependence services required by the program.
• Prepare and carry out initial treatment planning and progress reviews.
• Lead group, individual or family sessions and document as required.
• Provide client and family education on substance abuse and psychiatric problems.
• Ensure timely, clear documentation of client care and incidents.
• Provide crisis intervention and counseling as needed.
• Plan and document aftercare for assigned clients.
• Act as liaison with insurance carriers and referral sources.
• Provide case management ensuring individualized quality care.
• Conduct educational workshops in hospital and community.

Skills

Client assessments

Group counseling

Crisis intervention

Case management

Liaison with insurers

Family counseling

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's in social services/addiction/mental health

3+ years post-Bachelor experience

Master's in related field

1+ years post-Master experience

Accredited college/university

Job description

Counselor LPC, LCSW, LMFT or LCDC | The Ranch at Dove Tree | Lubbock, Texas

About the Job:

The Counselor Two provides treatment, counseling, and support to assist clients in their recovery from addictions, such as alcoholism, drug addiction, or mental health disorders, assists with modifying problem behaviors; may also provide counseling services to families of clients.

Roles and Responsibilities:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for conducting client assessments focused on identifying client history, current presentation, problem areas, ongoing clinical need for treatment and risk assessment.
• Responsible for conducting ongoing assessments of chemical dependence services required by the treatment program.
• Prepares and carries out client initial treatment planning and treatment plan progress reviews as assigned and documents as required.
• Leads assigned group counseling, individual or family sessions and implements evidence-supported treatment modalities as assigned and documents as required.
• Provides client and family education relative to substance abuse/psychiatric problems.
• Ensures all documentation regarding client care, treatment and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.
• Provides crisis intervention and counseling to clients, as needed.
• Plans for and completes required documentation of aftercare for assigned clients.
• Acts as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested.
• Acts as a liaison between referral sources and clients.
• Provides case management duties for clients, ensuring individualized quality care.
• Conducts educational workshops both within the Hospital and in the community as required.
• Serves as a liaison with self-help groups and EAP professionals.
• Evaluates the needs of the client to determine the appropriate level of care and determines if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires bachelor’s degree in social services, addiction, mental health or closely related health services field with 3+ years of post-Bachelor degree professional experience in the addictions or counseling field
• OR master’s degree in social services, addictions, mental health or closely related health services field with 1+ years of post-Masters degree professional experience in the addictions, therapy or counseling field
• Degree must be from an accredited college or university.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Must have current and valid licensure or certifications a social worker, professional counselor, therapist or addiction counselor per state agency.
• CPR certification and de-escalation training required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

WORK LOCATION:

This position is onsite and is not a remote position.

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS:

This position is an Individual Contributor.

Why The Ranch at Dove Tree?

The Ranch at Dove Tree offers a comprehensive benefit plan and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

The Ranch at Dove Tree is an EOE.

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