Mental Health Counselor

Job description:
· Report to the Clinical Manager
· Conduct Assessments
· Determine treatment needs
· Facilitate individual, group and/or family sessions, under supervision
· Conduct initial assessments as well as follow-up assessments
· Work with clients to develop individualized case plans
· Write case notes on clients regarding interactions, behaviors, etc. in a timely and clear, concise manner
· Monitor and document client’s progression with therapy
· Communicate information regarding clients to appropriate staff
· Participate in weekly Treatment Team Meetings
· Act as a liaison for clients with the insurance companies, as requested
· Suggest ways to make programming better for the clients
· Attend and complete yearly training
· Coordinate/communicate with all other departments
· Represent Day One in court when necessary
· All other duties deemed necessary by D1 management

Skills Required:
· Organization
· Time Management
· Technology Skills
· Communication and Handling Demanding Situations
· Must have working knowledge of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
· Must have Valid Driver’s License

Education Requirements:
· Bachelor’s degree in social or health services from an accredited college or university
· Social Work, Psychology, Counseling
· Licensure/Certification or Provisional Licensure/Certification Eligible
· LSW, LISW, LISW-S, LPC, LPCC, LPCC-S