Resident in Counseling

Overview

I am seeking a dedicated and compassionate Resident in Counseling to join my practice. Candidates MUST have a Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, bachelors degrees will not be considered. This role offers an exciting opportunity to provide counseling services in the private practice setting. As a Resident in Counseling, you will engage in direct patient care, conduct mental health assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions. I specialize in working with individuals in the perinatal period, first responders, and individuals with complex trauma. Candidates must be willing to work with children. This paid position is ideal for emerging professionals eager to deepen their clinical expertise while making a meaningful difference in clients’ lives.

Duties

• Conduct thorough mental health assessments and diagnostic evaluations utilizing ICD-9 and ICD-10 coding standards to inform treatment planning.
• Provide individual and family counseling sessions incorporating evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and behavior management techniques.
• Complete comprehensive case conceptualizations and plan individualized interventions for sessions.
• Deliver specialized interventions for children, youth, and adults with PTSD, grief issues, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, first responders, or complex developmental trauma.
• Manage crisis situations effectively through crisis intervention techniques and crisis management protocols to ensure client safety.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation adhering to medical records standards and HIPAA privacy regulations within electronic health record (EHR) systems such as EMR/EHR platforms.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on treatment planning, case management, and discharge planning while ensuring compliance with clinical ethical guidelines.
• Participate in ongoing clinical research activities and data collection efforts to enhance evidence-based practices within the organization.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Clinical Mental Health Counseling required.
• Demonstrated experience working with children, adolescents, or adults in outpatient or inpatient settings.
• Strong knowledge of psychotherapeutic modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and play therapy.
• Familiarity with ICD coding systems (ICD-9/ICD-10), CPT coding for billing purposes, and medical terminology required for accurate documentation.
• Experience working with individuals with co-occurring disorders such as mental health conditions combined with substance use or developmental disabilities.
• Proficiency in crisis management techniques and crisis intervention strategies; experience providing telehealth therapy is a plus. Competence in assessing client risk factors is critical.
• Ability to conduct comprehensive mental health assessments using standardized tools; experience with trauma-focused therapy and play therapy is advantageous.
• Knowledge of clinical documentation standards including HIPAA compliance and medical recordkeeping best practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively across diverse populations; sensitivity to gender issues counseling preferred.

Pay listed ($45-50) is the rate for billable hours of service. A separate hourly rate will apply for all other duties outside of billable services such as training.

1 hour of clinical supervision per week will be offered at no cost to the counselor. However, because clinical supervision is usually billed at $100 per hour, this will not be a paid hour. Counselor may choose to pay for supervision externally with approval and ability for Lotus Counseling to collaborate with them.

Join us in this rewarding role where your clinical skills will directly impact lives while you grow professionally within a supportive environment committed to excellence in mental health care!

Pay: $45.00 - $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Location:

• Forest, VA 24551 (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Forest, VA 24551

Salary : $45 - $50