POSITION SUMMARY:

EAP FIELD CONSULTANT / ONSITE COUNSELOR

Provides direct support to organizations and their employees through the delivery of assessment, consultation, education and triage services. Uses knowledge of federal regulations to assist organizations in their appropriate handling of employee concerns and problems.

Consults with employees and organizations on variety of workplace and work-based issues. Provides clinical expertise in order to restore employees with diminished performance to healthy functioning.

Location: (rotating between the two): National Gallery of Art 601 Pennsylvania Ave, NW Rm 2011 Washington D.C 20565 and FERC 88 First Street, NE Rm 3J01 Washington, D.C 20426

Monday through Friday 8am-5pm

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: MA/MS/MBA
• Experience: three (3) to five (5) years of post-graduate clinical experience.
• Licenses, Certifications: Current state licensure or certification in behavioral health discipline.
• Computer Skills: Ability to use computer system to record clinical information, transmits letters, correspond by email, and track data spreadsheet/database format.
• May be required to Obtain Secret security Clearance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Clinical training must include instruction on chemical dependency, mental health and brief therapy.
• Must have understanding of workplace issues, how businesses function, and a fundamental understanding of employee/employer relationships.
• Must be capable of acquiring an understanding of EEO rules, ADA in the workplace, FMLA, and Drug Free Workplace Requirements.
• Must be able to provide accurate client assessment including level of risk, substance abuse and dependency, job performance issues and refer to appropriate level of care.
• Competent in crisis intervention.
• Demonstrates knowledge and expertise in solution-focused, brief therapy in outpatient setting.
• Strong customer service skills required.
• Must be able to sensitively, compassionately respond to callers.
• Excellent listening skills vital.
• Interacts effectively at all levels both within the company and with external customers.
• Analyzes and presents issues in a clear, concise, persuasive manner, both orally and in writing.
• Uses time to manage caseload and documentation effectively.
• Meets productivity targets and quality management expectations.
• Develops effective working relationships with peers within and across organizational lines.
• Effectively resolves individual conflicts.
• Supports department mission and keeps management informed of team issues.
• Takes responsibility for own development and stays current on skills and techniques needed to perform job.
• Able to adjust well to new situations and changing priorities.
• Deals well with ambiguity and stress while handling a variety of assignments.
• Maintains a positive, achievement-oriented attitude and consistent in accomplishing expected objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor – Care Management
• LPCC - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - Care Management
• LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker – Care Management
• LCSW-C - Licensed Certified Social Worker - Clinical - Care Management
• LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor – Care Management
• Must be an independently licensed behavioral health clinician - Care Management

LifeHealth offers comprehensive and flexible benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401K, paid vacation, paid holidays, life and AD&D insurance, short & long-term disability leave.

LifeHealth is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.