Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) - Bebashi - Transition to Hope

MidAtlantic Employers' Association; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Licensure renewal reimbursement

Continuing education support

Job summary

Bebashi - Transition to Hope is seeking a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) to join our Wellness Center in Philadelphia. The role reports to the Director of Clinical Services and focuses on delivering trauma-informed, culturally competent care to diverse communities.

The position involves collaboration with medical providers, case managers, and prevention specialists, with on-site work and occasional telehealth, supporting a mission-driven organization.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and family counseling.
• Conduct behavioral health assessments and screenings (PHQ-9, GAD-7, ACEs).
• Develop and monitor personalized treatment plans with clients.
• Deliver trauma-informed, culturally competent therapy for BIPOC and LGBTQ+ clients.
• Provide crisis intervention and safety planning.
• Collaborate with medical providers and case managers for integrated care.
• Maintain EMR documentation.
• Facilitate referrals to higher levels of care.
• Engage in case conferences and team huddles.
• Provide staff education on behavioral health topics.

Skills

Empathy

Collaborative

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in Counseling

Tools

EMR (eClinicalWorks)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) - Bebashi - Transition to Hope

Bebashi - Transition to Hope, a leading nonprofitorganization serving Philadelphia’s diverse and underservedcommunities, is seeking a compassionate, mission-driven LicensedProfessional Counselor (LPC) to join our Wellness Center team. Thisrole will report to Director of Clinical Services.

About Bebashi - Transition to Hope:

Founded in 1985 as the first Black-founded and Black-ledorganization in the U.S. to address the HIV/AIDS crisis, Bebashi -Transition to Hope now operates as a comprehensive health and socialservices agency. Our mission is to empower people to enhance thequality of their health and overall well-being by providing accessto high-quality healthcare, education, and social services.

Overview:

Our wellness centers provide low-barrier, culturally competentprimary care and preventive health services for uninsured,underinsured, and underserved individuals—particularly LGBTQ+ andBIPOC residents of Philadelphia.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide individual, group, and family counseling for clientsreferred through Bebashi’s Wellness Center and case management programs.
• Conduct behavioral health assessments and screenings (PHQ-9,GAD-7, ACEs) to identify and address patient mental health needs.
• Develop and monitor personalized treatment plans incollaboration with clients, ensuring goals align with overallwellness and primary care outcomes.
• Deliver trauma-informed, culturally competent, andstrengths-based therapy tailored to the needs of BIPOC and LGBTQ+ clients.
• Provide crisis intervention, de-escalation, and safetyplanning for clients in acute distress.
• Collaborate with medical providers, case managers, andprevention specialists to ensure integrated, holistic care coordination.
• Maintain detailed, compliant, and timely documentation in theElectronic Medical Record (EMR) system.
• Facilitate referrals to higher levels of care, includingpsychiatry and substance use treatment providers.
• Participate in case conferences, quality improvement meetings,and multidisciplinary team huddles.
• Provide staff education on behavioral health topics andcontribute to community mental health outreach.
• Hands-On Clinician: Willingness to engage directly in clientcare while supporting larger organizational goals.
• Culturally Responsive Care: Deep understanding ofintersectionality, stigma, and health equity principles.
• Clinical Judgment: Strong assessment, diagnostic, andintervention skills grounded in evidence-based practice.
• Collaborative Spirit: Ability to work effectively withmedical, case management, and outreach teams.
• Empathy and Advocacy: Dedication to client-centered care thatempowers and uplifts underserved populations.
• Organizational Agility: Able to balance clinical prioritieswith documentation, data collection, and compliance needs.

Working Location and Conditions:

• Primarily onsite at Bebashi’s Primary Wellness Center (4101Woodland Ave) with some travel to our North Philly Location (1217Spring Garden)

• Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM; occasional evenings orweekends for outreach or client needs.
• May include limited telehealth services as approved.
• Regular supervision and access to professional developmentresources provided.

Experience and Skills:

Experience and Qualifications

Education:

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, Clinical MentalHealth Counseling, or related field (required).

Licensure:

• Current, unrestricted Pennsylvania LPC license in goodstanding (required).

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of post-master’s counseling experience in aclinical or community health setting.
• Demonstrated experience providing trauma-informed care toBIPOC and LGBTQ+ populations.
• Familiarity with integrated primary and behavioral healthmodels preferred.
• Knowledge of Medicaid, Medicare, and other payer documentationstandards strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and EMR systems(eClinicalWorks preferred).

Preferred:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Training or certification in trauma, substance use counseling,or crisis intervention.

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary Range:

Competitive and commensurate with experience.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; retirementplan; licensure renewal reimbursement; continuing education support;and an inclusive, affirming work culture.