Licensed Mental Health Counselor - EDRP Eligible

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair

Citrus Heights (CA)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 95,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

US Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor to provide comprehensive mental health services at the GS-9/11 level in California. Responsibilities include intake, assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and ongoing follow-up within an interdisciplinary team.

Strong DSM knowledge and telehealth delivery are valued, with CACREP credentials preferred. Applicants should meet basic federal requirements and hold a master’s or doctoral degree in

Qualifications

Master's or doctoral degree in CACREP-accredited counseling or related field.
CACREP-accredited program status must be met.
US Citizenship requirements apply as per VA policy.

Responsibilities

Engage in intake and assessment, diagnose, plan and implement treatment, and provide follow-up.
Follow DSM criteria in formulating goals and clinical interventions.
Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to support patient functioning.
Maintain professional documentation and telehealth delivery as applicable.
Utilize ongoing professional development and evidence-based practices.

Skills

Intake assessment

Diagnosis

Treatment planning

Follow-up care

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Cultural sensitivity

Telehealth familiarity

Documentation

DSM knowledge

Education

Master's or doctoral degree in CACREP-accredited counseling

CACREP accreditation awareness

Tools

Telehealth software

Job description

Strong DSM knowledge and telehealth delivery are valued, with CACREP credentials preferred. Applicants should meet basic federal requirements and hold a master’s or doctoral degree in

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