Senior Counselor (LPC/LMFT) - Loan Repayment Eligible

State of Louisiana; Crowley (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Louisiana invites applications for a Professional Counselor at the Crowley Behavioral Health Clinic. The role focuses on behavioral health assessments, interventions, and counseling for individuals and families affected by mental illness, substance-use, and co-occurring disorders.

Qualified candidates hold an LPC or LMFT license in Louisiana with at least two years of licensed counseling experience.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Louisiana LPC or LMFT license and have two years of licensed counseling experience.
• Experience with behavioral health assessments and treatment planning.
• Proficient in documenting in an EHR system and coordinating care with staff.
• Ability to work in a clinic setting serving individuals and families in Crowley, LA.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary counselor to individuals with mental illness, substance-use disorder, and co-occurring disorders.
• Provide behavioral health assessments and contribute to treatment planning.
• Document client information and treatment plans in an EHR; coordinate admissions, discharges, and follow-up services.
• Adhere to laws and policies of licensing and governmental agencies, within district guidelines.

Skills

Behavioral health assessments

Counseling

EHR documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or LMFT license

Job description

State of Louisiana invites applications for a Professional Counselor at the Crowley Behavioral Health Clinic. The role focuses on behavioral health assessments, interventions, and counseling for individuals and families affected by mental illness, substance-use, and co-occurring disorders.

Qualified candidates hold an LPC or LMFT license in Louisiana with at least two years of licensed counseling experience.