Lawyers’ Assistance Program Clinician and Well-Being Coordinator

The Missouri Bar; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in legal services is seeking a compassionate and skilled Clinician and Well-Being Coordinator. This pivotal role involves providing vital counseling and support to lawyers, judges, and law students facing various personal and professional challenges. You will operate a confidential helpline, manage crisis interventions, and collaborate with community support groups to enhance well-being initiatives. If you are passionate about helping others and possess strong clinical skills, this opportunity offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the legal profession while working in a supportive environment that values confidentiality and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and Missouri license required for this clinician role.
• 3+ years of relevant treatment experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling and crisis intervention for legal professionals.
• Manage confidential helpline and maintain referral programs.

Skills

Crisis management

Communication skills

Clinical judgment

Confidentiality

Organizational skills

Education

Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or counseling

Missouri license

Tools

Computer skills

Telephone skills

Job description

Lawyers’ Assistance Program Clinician and Well-Being Coordinator

Purpose: The Lawyers’ Assistance Program Clinician and Well-Being Coordinator provides direct services and program support for the bar’s lawyer well-being initiative and the Missouri Lawyers’ Assistance Program, a confidential counseling program that serves lawyers, judges, law students, and their immediate family members. The clinician and coordinator provides counseling and support to lawyers, judges, law students, and their families dealing with a broad range of concerns including substance use, depression, anxiety or other mental health concerns, marital and family matters, work-related stress, and other personal challenges to enhance personal and professional success. The Lawyers’ Assistance Program Clinician and Well-Being Coordinator works to evaluate and assist legal professionals, refer for relevant services, grow and strengthen the program, and support the bar’s lawyer well-being initiative.

General Qualifications: This position requires a wide range of clinical experience, the ability to assist members of the legal profession, a willingness to be accessible to those seeking help, knowledge in the use of the DSM, responsiveness to those seeking help, ability to effectively manage crisis, ability to manage multiple priorities, sound clinical judgment, strong oral and written communication skills, and the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality. The position also requires assisting the director in recruiting and training volunteers, maintaining an effective referral program, and planning and delivering educational programs.

Responsibilities:

1. Assists in operating confidential helpline, serving lawyers, judges, law students, immediate family members, and concerned colleagues.
2. Provides assessment, counseling, crisis intervention, referrals, and follow-up with clients dealing with a broad range of concerns, including but not limited to, alcohol and other substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, stress and burnout, gambling, career transition, work-life balance, family, marital, and social concerns.
3. Provides services by phone, virtual platform, or in person, within scope of license.
4. Updates and maintains provider resource list.
5. Documents services and activities in a timely and accurate manner.
6. Prepares minutes for the Standing Committee on Well-Being in the Profession (WBIP) and the WBIP Stigma Subgroup.
7. Publicizes the initiative and the program, including writing relevant blog articles for use in Missouri Bar publications and social media.
8. Collaborates with the Missouri Lawyers’ Assistance Program Director to increase program visibility and service utilization.
9. Provides staff support for the bar’s lawyer well-being initiative.
10. Maintains professional license and malpractice insurance.
11. Maintains high standards of confidentiality and professionalism.
12. Provides consultation on request.
13. Participates in other activities of the bar and performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

1. Master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or a closely related field and current related Missouri license.
2. A minimum three years of relevant treatment experience.
3. Familiarity with community support groups.
4. Familiarity with evidence-based practices.
5. Proficient telephone and computer skills.
6. Knowledgeable in use of the DSM.
7. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
8. Highly organized and detail oriented.
9. Integrity, flexibility, and resilience.
10. Ability to work as team player.

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Reports to: Lawyers’ Assistance Program Director

To apply, please send a resume, cover letter, and salary expectations to [e-mail].

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Legal Services