LPC or LCSW- Personal Injury Recovery

Empower Mental Health; Atascadero (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Empower Mental Health in California is seeking an LPC or LCSW to provide short-term therapy for clients who have sustained personal injuries. The role focuses on trauma recovery, emotional healing, and coping within a structured time frame.

You will assess, develop treatment plans, apply CBT, mindfulness, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. Licensure and trauma-focused experience are required to support clients through crisis and healing.

Qualifications

• Licensed mental health professional.
• Trauma-focused therapies training or experience.
• Experience with short-term therapy and personal injury recovery preferred.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and develop individualized short-term treatment plans.
• Provide evidence-based therapies addressing trauma, anxiety, depression, and related issues.
• Respond to crises and coordinate with emergency services when needed.
• Educate clients on coping strategies and resilience building.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and share progress updates.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in counseling, psychology, social work

Doctoral degree (PhD/PsyD) in related field

Job description

Position Title: LPC or LCSW - Personal Injury RecoveryJob Summary: We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Mental HealthTherapist to join our team, specializing in providing short-term therapy to individuals who have experienced personal injuries, such as car accidents.The primary focus of this role is to support clients in overcoming psychological challenges associated with their trauma experience(s), facilitating emotional healing, and promoting overall well-being within a limited time frame.

Responsibilities

• Assessment and Treatment Planning: Conduct comprehensive assessments to understand the psychological impact of personal injuries on clients. Collaborate with clients to develop individualized short-term treatment plans.
• Therapeutic Interventions: Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions tailored to address trauma, anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues resulting from personal injuries. Utilize various therapeutic modalities suitable for short-term therapy, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness-based approaches.
• Crisis Intervention: Respond effectively to crisis situations, providing immediate support to clients experiencing heightened distress. Collaborate with emergency services and other relevant professionals when necessary.
• Education and Coping Strategies: Educate clients on the psychological effects of personal injuries and help them develop coping strategies. Foster resilience and empower clients to manage the emotional challenges associated with their injuries.
• Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Team: Provide timely updates and insights regarding clients' mental health progress.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate and timely documentation of client sessions, progress notes, and treatment plans. Generate comprehensive reports as needed for legal or insurance purposes.
• Ethical Standards: Adhere to ethical guidelines and professional standards in mental health practice. Safeguard client confidentiality and privacy.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field.
• State licensure as a Mental Health Therapist or Counselor.
• Specialized training or experience in trauma-focused therapies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Experience

• Prior experience in short-term therapy, particularly with clients who have experienced personal injuries, is preferred.
• Familiarity with relevant legal and insurance considerations is an asset.