Professional Counselor 1-4

LDH-South Central Louisiana Human Services Authority; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

LDH-South Central Louisiana Human Services Authority in Houma, LA is seeking a Professional Counselor 1-4 to provide advanced behavioral health services within our Terrebonne Behavioral Health Center. This probationary appointment offers a leadership-level opportunity to impact individuals and families through assessment, counseling, and program design.

The role involves preparing person-centered care plans, providing individual, family, and group therapy, and collaborating with the clinic

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced clinical services through individual, family and/or group counseling to a complex caseload of behavioral health clients.
• Prepare person-centered plans for clients based on recommended levels of care.
• Provide both written and verbal consultation to other agencies.
• Assist the clinic manager in designing and implementing programs that address community needs.

Job description

Helping people, changing lives through education, prevention, intervention, and treatment in an effort to enhance quality of life.

Join a dedicated team committed to improving lives across South Central Louisiana. SCLHSA is seeking a compassionate and experienced Professional Counselor 1-4 to provide advanced, professional behavioral health services within our community programs. This leadership-level role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact while working in a supportive, mission-driven environment.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and help shape the future of human services in our region, we want to hear from you.

Job Duties

• Provide advanced clinical services through individual, family and/or group counseling to a complex caseload of behavioral health clients.
• Prepare person-centered plans for clients based on recommended levels of care.
• Provide both written and verbal consultation to other agencies.
• Assist the clinic manager in designing and implementing programs that address community needs.

Position-Specific Details

Location: This position is at SCLHSA's Terrebonne Behavioral Health Center in Houma, LA.

Appointment Type: Probationary Appointment

Compensation: The actual starting salary depends on the selected applicant's education and experience.

Career Progression Group (CPG): This position participates in a CPG and may be filled as a Professional Counselor 1, 2, 3, or 4 level, at which the vacancy is filled will be determined by the qualifications of the candidate selected. This position provides the opportunity to advance within this job series.

This posting is for 2 vacancies.

Professional Counselor 1

Professional Counselor 2

Professional Counselor 3

Professional Counselor 4

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Shelby Hidalgo
Acting HR Director
[e-mail]
985-857-3743

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