Position Summary:

This is not your typical counseling job!

If you have a passion for working in a creative environment with older adults, then this Clinical Counseling position is for you! It is a full-time position averaging 36-40 hours per week with full-time benefits. This position will be located at Otterbein of St. Marys (11230 OH-364, St Marys, OH 45885) and Otterbein of Cridersville (100 Red Oak Dr, Cridersville, OH 45806).

Position Responsibilities for a Counselor:

• Conducts diagnostic assessments/updates, develops/revises/implements individualized treatment plans, and provides individual and/or group therapy to residents of nursing homes.
• Utilizes outcomes tools to monitor effectiveness of treatment.
• Consults and collaborates with other interdisciplinary staff as needed.
• Maintains active licensure to practice as a counselor or social worker.

Essential Skills and Behaviors for a Clinical Counselor:

Demonstrates solid therapeutic and evaluating skills, strong communication skills (both written and verbal), and positive problem-solving skills. Abides by the EncompassCare and/or professional code of ethics.

Education/Experience: Requires an active state license to practice as a social worker or professional counselor in Ohio. Experience in providing counseling/therapy services to older adults preferred but not required.

The Company:

EncompassCare, a provider of post-acute therapy services, clinical counseling, and ancillary nursing services, is seeking a compassionate and driven counselor with an LPC, LPCC, LSW or LISW licensure to join our team.