Outpatient Behavioral Counselor - Family-Centered Care

Good-Shepherd-Rehabilitation; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Shepherd Rehabilitation in Allentown, PA is seeking a licensed clinical social worker or equivalent to join the outpatient psychology group. The role involves counseling patients and families, coordinating with a treatment team, and developing care plans to support emotional and behavioral health.

Responsibilities include psychosocial assessments, referrals to community resources, and maintaining HIPAA-compliant documentation.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or School Counseling required.
• 3-5 years of experience in counseling children and/or adults/families in a medical, school, or behavioral health setting required.
• Licensed to practice in State of Pennsylvania as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

Responsibilities

• Assesses psychosocial needs of patients and families with treatment team.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary treatment teams and coordinates referrals to community resources.
• Documents activities and progress in the medical record as required.
• Provides education to patients and families and supports consistent care planning.

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or School Counseling

Job description

Good Shepherd Rehabilitation in Allentown, PA is seeking a licensed clinical social worker or equivalent to join the outpatient psychology group. The role involves counseling patients and families, coordinating with a treatment team, and developing care plans to support emotional and behavioral health.

Responsibilities include psychosocial assessments, referrals to community resources, and maintaining HIPAA-compliant documentation.