Licensed Mental Health Counselor-LPHA

Lakesregional; Mount Pleasant (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loan Forgiveness Program

Employer-Cost Sharing of Health Insurance

Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employer-Paid Term Life Insurance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Employer-Match Retirement Contributions (Up to 5% of Base Salary)

Optional Dental, Vision, Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Wellness Program

2 Weeks Paid Vacation per Year

2+ Weeks of Paid Sick Leave per Year

Tuition discounts for select Colleges

Job summary

Lakesregional in Mount Pleasant, TX is seeking a qualified mental health professional. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, providing treatment, and documenting client progress using CBT and CPT. Candidates must possess a Master's degree and relevant licensure, alongside 2+ years of experience in a mental health setting. Preferred qualifications include bilingual skills and effective communication abilities. The role offers a range of employee benefits including loan forgiveness and health insurance options.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in counseling, social work, psychology or related field.
• Licensure in one of the following: LPHA, LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or Ph.D.
• 2 years of related work experience in a mental health setting.

Responsibilities

• Complete assessments and diagnosis.
• Provide treatment and crisis services during regular business hours.
• Document client progress.

Skills

Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

Flexibility in problem solving

Bilingual skills (English/Spanish)

Effective communication skills

Education

Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or related field

Tools

MS Word

Job description

Location: Mt Pleasant, 1300 W 16th St, Mount Pleasant, TX 75455, USA

Responsibilities include completing assessments and diagnosis; recovery planning; liaison with other clinical service providers; provision of treatment and crisis services during regular business hours; documentation of client progress, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). Demonstrates the ability to analyze clinical needs and social situations, identifying problems and alternative courses of actions, while demonstrating multicultural sensitivity and effective communication skills. Requires willingness to be flexible, resourceful, and creative in problem solving. Must demonstrate the ability to analyze clinical needs and social situations, identifying problems and alternative courses of actions, while demonstrating multicultural sensitivity and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification: Master's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in counseling, social work, psychology or other qualified social, behavioral or human services field. Requires licensure in one of the following: LPHA, LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or Ph.D. Requires willingness to be flexible, resourceful and creative in problem solving. Must demonstrate an ability to organize and present information clearly and concisely to keep the individuals, prescribers, team members, and family members informed of clinical issues. Must have a valid Texas driver's license and an acceptable driving record, as well as personal automobile liability insurance as required by the state of Texas. Knowledgeable of psychotropic medications and DSM V; working computer skills including MS Word and bilingual skills (English/Spanish), preferred.

Preferred Qualifications: Prior mental health experience preferred. Ability to communicate and work effectively in a fast-paced work setting; ability to plan, implement and prioritize assignments. Prefer bilingual skills (English/Spanish) and work well in a team setting.

Employee Benefits at Full Time Include:

• Loan Forgiveness Program
• Employer-Cost Sharing of Health Insurance
• Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employer-Paid Term Life Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Employer-Match Retirement Contributions (Up to 5% of Base Salary)
• Optional Dental, Vision, Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Wellness Program
• 2 Weeks Paid Vacation per Year with Progressively Graduating Accrual Rate
• 2+ Weeks of Paid Sick Leave per Year
• Tuition discounts for select Colleges

Education

• Master's or better in Counseling and Personnel Services or related field.
• Master's or better in Psychology or related field.
• Master's or better in Social Work or related field.

Experience

2 years: Related work experience in a mental health setting.

Licenses & Certifications

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