Pediatric Behavioral Health Counselor - Clinic-Based

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY is seeking a Behavioral Health Counselor for the General Pediatrics Clinic. The role provides direct clinical counseling to children and families facing personal, social, and mental health challenges, and collaborates with pediatric providers to formulate comprehensive treatment plans.

The position requires licensure (LCSW, LPCC, LCADC, or LMFT) at hire, with typical day hours Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week, and a focus on family-centered care

Qualifications

• Licensure in LCSW, LPCC, LCADC or LMFT at time of hire.
• Licensure required without equivalency at hire.
• Clinical mental health credentials held at start.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical counseling to children and families.
• Collaborate with General Pediatrics providers to create mental health plans.
• Assist with diagnosing mental health disabilities and support patients.

Education

MSW for LCSW, MS for LPCC, LCADC, LMFT (no equivalency)

Job description

University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY is seeking a Behavioral Health Counselor for the General Pediatrics Clinic. The role provides direct clinical counseling to children and families facing personal, social, and mental health challenges, and collaborates with pediatric providers to formulate comprehensive treatment plans.

The position requires licensure (LCSW, LPCC, LCADC, or LMFT) at hire, with typical day hours Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week, and a focus on family-centered care