What are the responsibilities and job description for the Counselor- LMFT OR LPC position at Oak River Counseling, LLC?
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Overview
Join our dynamic mental health team as a Counselor specializing in Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) roles. In this vital position, you will deliver compassionate, evidence-based psychotherapy to diverse populations, including children, adolescents, and adults. Your expertise will help clients navigate complex emotional and behavioral challenges, fostering resilience and growth through personalized treatment plans. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in individuals’ lives while working within a supportive, innovative environment committed to excellence in mental health care.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments and diagnostic evaluations utilizing ICD-9 and ICD-10 coding standards to inform treatment planning.
- Provide individual, couple, family, and child/youth therapy sessions using evidence-based practices.
- Implement crisis intervention strategies to manage acute mental health emergencies effectively, ensuring client safety and stabilization.
- Develop tailored treatment plans aligned with clinical documentation standards, HIPAA regulations, and ethical guidelines to support client progress.
- Utilize telehealth platforms for remote counseling sessions, maintaining high-quality patient care across various settings including outpatient clinics and inpatient facilities.
- Engage in case management duties.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support clients with co-occurring disorders, developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), PTSD, addiction issues, and other complex conditions.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree or higher in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology or related field from an accredited program.
- Valid LMFT or LPC license in good standing with state licensing boards.
- Proven experience in psychotherapy modalities including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused therapy, grief counseling, addiction counseling, and behavior management techniques.
- Familiarity with ICD-9/ICD-10 coding systems for accurate diagnosis documentation.
- Experience working with children, adolescents, individuals and couples.
- Strong skills in crisis management, patient assessment, medical terminology, clinical documentation standards, and treatment planning.
- Comfort with telehealth therapy platforms and electronic medical records (EMR/EHR) systems.
- Knowledge of HIPAA compliance and clinical ethical guidelines to ensure confidentiality and professional integrity in all interactions.
Join us to empower clients on their journey toward mental wellness through innovative therapies and compassionate support!
- Full-Time Therapists: Minimum caseload of 24 client sessions per week
- Part-Time Therapists: Minimum caseload of 12 client sessions per week
- W-2 Employee Position
- Paid Holidays
- Annual Performance Bonuses
- Continuing Education Assistance
- Professional Liability Insurance Provided
- Administrative Support: Our team handles scheduling, client communication, insurance verification, billing, credentialing, and other administrative tasks so you can focus on providing exceptional care.
- Supportive Leadership: Open-door policy with direct access to the practice owner for case consultation, clinical support, guidance, and mentorship whenever needed.
- Collaborative Team Environment
Pay: $20.00 - $81.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $81