School-Based Behavioral Health Counselor

Cahaba Medical Care Foundation; West Centreville (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cahaba Medical Care Foundation is seeking a Counselor to provide behavioral health services at the SBHC Central Office in Centreville, AL. The role includes individual and group counseling for children, adolescents, adults, and families within a primary care setting.

You will collaborate with the primary care team to develop care plans, assess crises, and support self-management of chronic conditions. Strong licensure and behavioral medicine knowledge are required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work or counseling required.
• Licensure as LICSW or LPC preferred or required as applicable.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential.
• Experience with behavioral health in primary care settings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral health consultation, individual counseling, and group counseling.
• Serve Bibb County Schools as part of the SBHC program.
• Assist in crisis assessment and intervention.
• Support care management with primary care teams and disease management.
• Coordinate treatment plans and document encounters in the EMR.
• Facilitate group sessions and maintain appointments.
• Participate in provider/ Behavioral Health meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Group facilitation

Crisis intervention

EMR documentation

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work or Counseling

Licensure: LICSW

Licensure: LPC

Job description

Cahaba Medical Care Foundation is seeking a Counselor to provide behavioral health services at the SBHC Central Office in Centreville, AL. The role includes individual and group counseling for children, adolescents, adults, and families within a primary care setting.

You will collaborate with the primary care team to develop care plans, assess crises, and support self-management of chronic conditions. Strong licensure and behavioral medicine knowledge are required.