PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center Portal; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

LSUHSC-NO’s School of Allied Health Professions invites applications for a full-time, 12-month clinical clinician in the Department of Counseling’s Child & Family Counseling Clinic. The successful candidate will maintain an active clinical caseload serving children ages 2–12 and hold LPC (or LPC-S) and RPT credentials, with training in play therapy.

This on-site position emphasizes commitment to diverse client populations and on-site service delivery, with opportunities for telehealth and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Counseling required.
• Experience with children and play therapy preferred.
• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Play Therapist credentials required (RPT or RPT-S).

Responsibilities

• Maintain an active clinical caseload in the CFCC clinic.
• Provide therapeutic services to children aged 2–12.
• Engage in on-site clinical activities and potential telehealth services.

Education

Master's in Counseling

Job description

The School of Allied Health Professions at the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans ( LSUHSC -NO) seeks applications from qualified candidates for a full time, 12-month clinical clinician position to serve as a clinician in the Department of Counseling’s Child & Family Counseling Clinic.

LSUHSC -NO invites applications for a master’s level (or higher level degree) Licensed Professional Counselor ( LPC ) (or Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor, LPC -S) and Registered Play Therapist ( RPT ) or Registered Play Therapist Supervisor ( RPT -S) in the Department of Counseling’s CACREP accredited program’s on site counseling clinic. The successful candidate will maintain an active clinical caseload in the Counseling Department’s Child and Family Counseling Clinic ( CFCC ) and provide services to children ages 2-12 years old. Candidate must have clinical training and preparation as a registered play therapist and a history of providing clinical services to children under the age of 12 years.

Required Education

Required Education Master's

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Discipline(s) Counseling

Certifications/Licenses Required

Certifications/Licenses Required LPC, RPT

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Indicate the type of experience required to do the job Working with children

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Preferred Education

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Certifications/Licenses Preferred

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Indicate the preferred experience to perform the job Preferred Qualifications: Professional publication and presentation of scholarly works Telehealth provision of clinical services

EEO Statement

LSU Health New Orleans is committed to leveraging diversity as an educational resource and an institutional core value. We seek candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

About the School/Department

The LSUHSC Department of Counseling is strongly committed to continuing its reputation of excellence in research, teaching, and service. The department, which has Three full-time faculty members, grants a Master of Health Sciences degree in Counseling. LSUHSC and the greater New Orleans metropolitan area offer a broad range of opportunities for collaborative research and service. The LSUHSC SAHP is part of the New Orleans Biomedical district, which includes the University Medical Center, Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center-New Orleans, Louisiana Cancer Research Center, and the New Orleans Bio Innovation Center. New Orleans is a vibrant city rich in cultural diversity and identity.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you possess at least a Master's Degree in Counseling, LPC and RPT licenses and one (1) year experience working with children?
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