LPC or LCSW- Personal Injury Recovery

Empower Mental Health; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Empower Mental Health in Las Vegas seeks a compassionate LPC or LCSW to specialize in short-term therapy for clients with personal injuries, such as car accidents. The role centers on emotional healing and resilience within a defined treatment window.

You will conduct assessments, develop tailored treatment plans, deliver trauma-focused interventions, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and document progress for clinical and insurance purposes.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or 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.

Responsibilities

• Assessment and Treatment Planning: conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized short-term plans.
• Therapeutic Interventions: provide trauma-focused therapies tailored to trauma, anxiety, and depression.
• Crisis Intervention: respond to crises and coordinate with emergency services when needed.
• Education and Coping Strategies: teach coping techniques and promote resilience.
• Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Team: share updates on client progress with the team.
• Documentation and Reporting: maintain accurate progress notes and treatment plans for clinical and insurance needs.

Skills

Trauma-focused therapy

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a 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.