Carolina Family Services is calling all superheroes to join our expanding team!

• Do you want to aid in the lives of youth in your community?
• Do you have what it takes to be a part of a team that works hard, is dedicated, and cares for others?
• Do you want to build a successful career, while making a difference?

If you answered yes and are ready to join our dynamic team, let us hear from you! Be a part of a professional culture that is focused on high-quality clinical care, professional development, and community involvement!

Overview:

We are seeking licensed clinicians to provide school-based mental health services in various elementary, middle, and high schools within Anderson County. As a school-based counselor, you will be responsible for enhancing the behavioral, social, and emotional development of students in K-3 to 12th grade. This includes completing assessments, individual counseling, family counseling, crisis/risk assessments, and group counseling for students according to their treatment plans. Our team treats an array of disorders that include Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Trauma-Related Disorders, and Conduct Disorders.

This is a full time role. Our ideal staff is someone who's available to work during school hours from 7:30 am - 3:30 pm (or later if needed).

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay, Bonuses, and Profit-Sharing Opportunities
• Flexible Schedule with Paid Holidays, PTO, and Med Flex Opportunities
• Existing Client Base with a Waitlist
• Administrative Support (Billing, Scheduling, Appointment Reminders, Language Support, Compliance)
• In House Psychiatrist for Medication Management
• Professional Development including Supervision, Clinical Writing, Trainings including Certifications and Specializations
• Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Recognition Program
• Paid Employee Social Events/Outings
• Community Engagement Opportunities
• Office Space with Furniture Provided

Responsibilities:

• Providing individual and family therapy (when appropriate) for each youth referred in the assigned schools during the school year. Option to provide office-based therapy during the summer where available.
• Develop treatment plans, implement interventions, review outcomes, revisit/revise strategies, and employ other methods compatible with agency principles and practices.
• Conducts initial diagnostic assessments and crisis and/or risk assessments.
• Assesses students referred by staff for the presence of mental health disorders according to DSM-5 criteria.
• Maintains regular contact and collaboration with the parent/guardian, teacher (s), and administrators of each assigned student.
• Provides consultation for school staff regarding mental health issues including classroom observation and appropriate service determination.
• Completing necessary meetings, supervision, CEUs, and documentation to keep licensure current in the State of South Carolina.
• Maintain clinical records and completes all necessary paperwork in a timely manner according to South Carolina Medicaid.
• Conforms to all rules and regulations regarding documentation and billing Medicaid for clinical services provided.

Qualifications:

• Requires a Master’s degree in Psychology, Clinical Counseling, or a related field
• Have at least one (1) year of documented experience working with children and adolescents; and experience in community or home-based mental health counseling
• Be independently licensed as an LPC, LPC-A, LISW-CP, or LMFT in South Carolina
• Fluency in Spanish is preferred but not required
• Demonstrated knowledge of and sensitivity to diverse cultures
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Valid driver's license, vehicle & laptop
• Tech savvy and proficient in working with electronic applications/electronic health record
• Familiar with using ICD-10 codes for clinical diagnoses
• Certified or specialized in EMDR, PCIT, Play Therapy, TF-CBT, DBT, Family Systems, Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, and/or drug/alcohol abuse (preferred but not required).

Visit our website at www.carolinafamily.org!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $48,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Powdersville, SC: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person