Resident in Counseling - Autism Specialization

Compass Behavioral Group; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Licensure supervision

Extensive orientation and training

Mileage, phone, and therapeutic-suppl.

Job summary

Compass Behavioral Group seeks a Resident in Counseling with autism specialization in Virginia. The role focuses on diagnostic assessments, outpatient counseling for children and families, and delivering home- and clinic-based ABA services with comprehensive family support.

Candidates are pursuing Virginia LPC licensure and should be prepared to work within a multidisciplinary team, receiving extensive supervision, training, and professional development in behavioral therapies and evidence-based

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling; licensure in progress.
• Active driver’s license and at least 1 year of licensed driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive diagnostic behavioral health assessments in collaboration with the supervising LMHP.
• Provide outpatient counseling to children and their families with neurodevelopmental challenges.
• Deliver home- and clinic-based ABA services, family support, parent training, and care coordination.

Skills

Collaborate on multidisciplinary team

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Working toward licensure

Tools

Videotaping for supervision

Job description

Resident in Counseling - Autism Specialization

About this position

Compass is looking for professionals pursuing Virginia State Licensure as an LPC. Ideal candidates have an interest in working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental challenges and have a desire to empower them and their families. Compass is a community-focused agency providing home- and clinic-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and family support to parents and their children with developmental challenges throughout Virginia.

As one of the largest providers of behavioral services in Virginia, Compass offers the security of an established, thriving company; a supportive, team-oriented work environment; and a culture of continual self-improvement and mutual accountability. We are committed to excellence, not just in our clients' outcomes, but in ourselves and one another. We have multiple offices located throughout Virginia, convenient to the communities that we serve.

As a Resident in Counseling in our program, you will have the opportunity to:

1. Conduct comprehensive, diagnostic, behavioral health assessments for those seeking community-based services in collaboration with the supervising LMHP.

2. Provide outpatient counseling services to children and their families affected by a variety of neurodevelopmental challenges.

3. Provide home- and clinic-based ABA services, family support, parent training, and care coordination for youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder or other developmental challenges.

Compass is an enriching and supportive environment, with a focus on in-depth training and supervision. Residents in Counseling will:

• Participate in trainings and clinical supervision that focus on a holistic approach integrating behavioral therapy, Motivational Interviewing, TF-CBT, and other psychotherapeutic strategies.
• Utilize videotaping as a way to provide in-depth supervision and training that fosters continued growth.
• Collaborate with a variety of licensed professionals and work on a multidisciplinary team.

Education, Experience & Other Requirements:

• Education: Must have a minimum of a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, working towards licensure.
• Driver's License: Active driver’s license and at least 1 year of licensed driving experience

Why choose Compass:

• Supportive environment
• Extensive orientation and training
• Competitive reimbursement
• Advancement opportunities
• Employee bonuses
• Mileage, phone, and therapeutic supplies reimbursement

Benefits for full-time residents in counseling include:

• Licensure supervision provided without charge or contract
• Short-term and Long-term Disability Coverage