The Behavioral Health Counselor counsels and aids individuals and families with general counseling, to include behavioral and individual and/or family issues; mental illness; and/or substance abuse.

• Formulates programs for treatment and rehabilitation of clients using knowledge of current mental health diagnosis and counseling and treatment techniques.
• Counsels clients individually and/or in group sessions (as appropriate) to assist the client in overcoming individual or family issues, mental illness, or substance abuse.
• Monitors the condition of the client to evaluate success of therapy, and adapts treatment as needed.
• Counsels family members (as appropriate) to assist with treatment issues and to serve as a support system to the client.
• Refers clients to other supportive services as needed.
• Prepares and maintains reports and case histories.
• Assists in providing quality assurance and process improvement reports for improving quality of patient care and provides support to the Case Management Team, as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications:

Master's Degree in Counseling, Social Work, or related field required. LISW, LMSW, LPC or LMFT license in the State of South Carolina required. One to three years' experience in a primary healthcare setting preferred. Must have excellent clinical counseling skills and the ability to work independently, interfacing with outside agencies. Current knowledge of community resources and therapeutic interventions. Excellent written and verbal communications skills required. Experience with electronic medical records preferred. Must maintain a South Carolina Drivers License. Must have the ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently. Must be flexible to the changing needs of the Center. Must have the ability to work as a team player at all times. CPR certification required.