What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Mental Health Counselor-LPHA position at Lakes Regional Community Center?
Responsibilities include completing assessments and diagnosis; recovery planning; liaison with other clinical service providers; provision of treatment and crisis services during regular business hours; documentation of client progress, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). Demonstrates the ability to analyze clinical needs and social situations, identifying problems and alternative courses of actions, while demonstrating multicultural sensitivity and effective communication skills. Requires willingness to be flexible, resourceful, and creative in problem solving. Must demonstrate the ability to analyze clinical needs and social situations, identifying problems and alternative courses of actions, while demonstrating multicultural sensitivity and effective communication skills.
Minimum Qualification: Master's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in counseling, social work, psychology or other qualified social, behavioral or human services field. Requires licensure in one of the following: LPHA, LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or Ph.D. Requires willingness to be flexible, resourceful and creative in problem solving. Must demonstrate an ability to organize and present information clearly and concisely to keep the individuals, prescribers, team members, and family members informed of clinical issues. Must have a valid Texas driver's license and an acceptable driving record, as well as personal automobile liability insurance as required by the state of Texas. Knowledgeable of psychotropic medications and DSM V; working computer skills including MS Word and bilingual skills (English/Spanish), preferred.
Preferred Qualifications: Prior mental health experience preferred. Ability to communicate and work effectively in a fast-paced work setting; ability to plan, implement and prioritize assignments. Prefer bilingual skills (English/Spanish) and work well in a team setting.
Employee Benefits at Full Time Include:
- Loan Forgiveness Program
- Employer-Cost Sharing of Health Insurance
- Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employer-Paid Term Life Insurance
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Employer-Match Retirement Contributions (Up to 5% of Base Salary)
- Optional Dental, Vision, Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Wellness Program
- 13 Paid Holidays per Year
- 2 Weeks Paid Vacation per Year with Progressively Graduating Accrual Rate
- 2 Weeks of Paid Sick Leave per Year
- Tuition discounts for select Colleges