Counselor LPC, LCSW, LMFT or LCDC

Summit BHC; New Deal (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

EOE

Military community support

Job summary

The Ranch at Dove Tree in Lubbock, Texas is seeking a Counselor LPC, LCSW, LMFT or LCDC to provide treatment, counseling, and support for recovery from addictions and mental health disorders. The role includes leading group and individual sessions and coordinating with families and referral sources.

Requires licensure and a background in social services or related field, with 3+ years of post-Bachelor or 1+ years post-Master experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social services, addiction, mental health, or related field with 3+ years of post-Bachelor experience
• Master’s degree in social services, addictions, or related field with 1+ years post-Masters experience
• Current licensure as a social worker, professional counselor, therapist, or addiction counselor
• CPR certification and de-escalation training required
• First aid may be required

Responsibilities

• Conduct client assessments to identify history, presentation, problem areas, and treatment needs.
• Perform ongoing assessments of chemical dependence services within the program.
• Develop and review initial treatment plans and progress notes.
• Lead group, individual, or family sessions using evidence-based modalities.
• Provide education to clients and families about substance use and mental health issues.

Skills

Client assessment

Group counseling

Crisis intervention

Case management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social services

Master’s degree in social services

Tools

CPR certification

De-escalation training

Job description

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

About the Job:

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

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.

We recognize and value the unique strengths of the military community in supporting our mission to serve those who have served.