Mental Health Professional (PLPC, PLMFT, LMSW, CSW)

Rehabilitation Services of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Rehabilitation Services of Louisiana seeks a Mental Health Professional to deliver client-centered counseling for children and adults in home and community settings. The role emphasizes strength-based and solution-focused approaches, with a focus on documentation, collaboration, and ongoing professional development.

The position supports coordination with multidisciplinary teams and requires adherence to organizational policies and continuing education requirements.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or Sociology.
• Current licensure as PLPC, PLMFT, LMSW, or CSW is required or pursued.
• Experience with child and adult mental health counseling approaches preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain assigned billable hours through direct client services.
• Participate in meetings with staff, other agencies, and supports.
• Provide mental health counseling to children and adults using evidence-based approaches.
• Deliver supportive services in home and community-based settings.
• Document services accurately and timely per standards.
• Utilize systems for documentation and billing; learn new technology.

Skills

Organizational skills

Documentation

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work/Counseling/Psychology/Sociology

Job description

Join a dedicated team committed to providing high-quality mental health services to individuals and families in need. As a Mental Health Professional (MHP), you will play a vital role in supporting clients through strength-based, solution-focused, and client-centered therapeutic interventions. This position offers the opportunity to work in both home and community-based settings to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and adults. The organization values professional growth, ongoing training, and a supportive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain assigned billable hours per week through direct client services.
• Participate in collaborative meetings with Rehabilitation Services staff, other agencies, and community or natural supports as needed.
• Provide mental health counseling to both children and adults, utilizing evidence-based, strength-based, and solution-focused approaches.
• Deliver supportive therapeutic services in home and community-based settings.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation of services provided, in accordance with clinical standards and office deadlines.
• Utilize computer systems for documentation and billing purposes; willingness to learn new technology as needed.
• Attend supervision meetings, trainings, and case management/staffing meetings as scheduled by a Licensed Mental Health Professional.
• Respond promptly to phone calls and emails related to client care and team communication.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and organizational policies.
• Obtain required continuing education hours as mandated by the appropriate licensing board.
• Actively participate in evaluations conducted by Rehabilitation Services.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission of the organization.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited university or college in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or Sociology.
• Current licensure as one of the following: PLPC, PLMFT, LMSW, or CSW.
• Knowledge of, or willingness to learn, child and adult mental health counseling techniques.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to professional development and ongoing training.