Child Clinical Counselor
Company: Third Street Family Health Services
Location: Bucyrus
Posted on: September 28, 2024
Job Description:
Description:Job Title: Clinical CounselorDepartment: Behavior
HealthSupervisor Title: Director of BH or Clinical Manager of BHUDS
Classification: Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LSW/LISW) & Other
Licensed Mental Health Provides (LPC/LPCC)EEO Class:
ProfessionalFLSA Status: ExemptStarting Wage: LSW/LPC: $48,000
(BSW) $52,000 (MSW) LISW/LPCC: $62,000Pay Grade/Funding Source:
Prof/Lic-1-2
Organizational Information:Established in 1994, Third Street Family
Health Services is a regional not-for-profit community health
center providing medical, dental, OB/GYN, pediatric, community
outreach, and behavioral health services across eleven locations in
Richland, Ashland, and Crawford counties. Our mission is to deliver
comprehensive health and wellness care, accessible to all in the
communities we serve. We believe that the health status of our
community can be improved by providing accessible and affordable
health care, advocacy, and community health initiatives.We provide
patient-centered care and provide our services with respect,
integrity, and accountability top of mind. For more information,
visit thirdstreetfamily.org or find them on Facebook or
Twitter.
Job Summary: Clinical counselors at a community mental health
agency fill a vital role in delivering mental health services,
advocating for clients, and collaborating with a diverse team of
professionals to promote overall well-being within the community.
The counselor will have a strong commitment to ethical standards,
cultural competence, and ongoing professional development. Clinical
counselors will provide behavioral health diagnostic assessments,
behavioral health counseling, psychotherapy, and other
interventions to individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, and
socioeconomic backgrounds. Your ability to flex communication style
to multiple cultural environments is necessary while you meet with
clients, their families, guardians, or agency representatives.
Essential Job Duties:
- Conduct thorough diagnostic assessments of clients' social,
emotional, and environmental factors that may impact their overall
health and well-being to evaluate clients' mental health and/or
substance use concerns, identify their needs and develop
appropriate treatment plans.
- Support clients in managing their mental health and/or
substance use challenges and improving their quality of life by
providing counseling and therapy. This could include individual,
family or group counseling to clients dealing with a range of
mental health issues, such as depression, anxiety, trauma, or
substance abuse.
- Develop comprehensive treatment plans to meet the unique needs
of each client.
- Collaborate with other health care professionals within the
health center such as doctors, nurses, and case managers to
coordinate the client's care plan. This involves ensuing that
clients have access to the necessary resources, such as healthcare
referrals, social services, housing assistance or financial aid
programs.
- Be prepared to provide immediate support and appropriate crisis
intervention services for clients/communities in immediate distress
or facing emergency situations. This may involve assessing
suicide/homicide risk, managing safety concerns including those
related to domestic violence and abuse, and connecting clients to
appropriate crisis resources.
- Provides psychotherapy for individuals who qualify for services
on site and or via telehealth.
- Creates positive relationship with clients, their families,
guardians or agency representatives.
- Serve as an advocate for clients, helping them navigate complex
systems and connecting them with community resources or case
managers.
- Support health education efforts for clients by promoting
preventive care, healthy lifestyle choices, and self-care
techniques. Utilize education to empower clients to take an active
role in managing their health and well-being.
- Meet productivity or billing requirements set by the Chief
Behavioral Health Officer.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of your interactions
with clients, treatment plans, progress notes and referrals.
- Adhere to ethical guidelines and standards of practice, such as
those set by state licensing boards and professional counseling
associations.
- Observe and conform to the policies, procedures and standards
of Third Street Family Health Services.
- Collaborate in a professional manner with all members of the
health care team.
- Advocate and refer individuals with serious mental illness
and/or substance abuse/addiction to community agencies for
treatment.
- Network with local social service agencies to remain
knowledgeable about available services and the referral process for
those services.
- Maintenance of all required licensure, certification,
registration, training, behavioral health knowledge (including but
not limited to new or changing treatments and standards of care),
and/or expertise to meet the needs of clients as determined by the
organization.
- Acquisition of additional trainings, licensures, or
certificates as deemed necessary in the ongoing determination and
mission to meet the needs of clients and the community.
- Provide training and/or work supervision to licensees with
appropriate licensure, if applicable/needed, as defined in OAC Rule
4757-17-01 "Counseling Supervision".
- Observe and conform to all laws, customs and ethical guidelines
and standards of practice applicable to the behavioral health
profession, including those set by state licensing boards and
professional counseling associations.
- Practice, communicate, and embody the dispassionate and
unbiased delivery of care regardless of personal bias or prejudice
and as appropriate for a professional of the rank of clinical
counselor.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives within the
organization to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of mental
health services.
- Communicate with the leadership team on all matters relating to
malpractice insurance status, including notification of any claims
and full compliance with the risk management policies and
procedures of Third Street.
- Comply with State and Federal Regulations along with
accreditation requirement in accordance with CARF, ODMHAS, HRSA,
The Joint Commission and other applicable standards.
- Be available for to participate in "on-call" coverage as needed
due to PTO or other coverage shortages. This could include evening
or weekend on call duties.
- Confer with supervisors regarding progress, concerns, and
recommendations.
- Participation in staff meetings and other meetings.
- Participation in good faith in peer review audit of charts as
designated by Third Street.
- Practice good stewardship of clinic and community resources by
providing cost effective and efficient care to the clients in our
charge.
- Be a positive role model for all health center staff.
- Other duties as assigned.Supervisory Duties:None.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of:
- Counselor principles: You should have a strong understanding of
counseling/social work principles, ethics, and values. This
includes knowledge of human behavior, diversity and cultural
competence, social justice, and the impact of social determinants
of health on individuals and communities.
- Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis: You should be proficient in
conducting comprehensive assessments of individuals' social,
emotional, and environmental factors. This involves gathering
relevant information, utilizing assessment tools, and identifying
mental health conditions or psychosocial issues that may require
intervention.
- Treatment Planning and Intervention: You should have the
ability to develop effective treatment plans based on the
assessment findings. This includes formulating goals and
objectives, selecting appropriate interventions and evidence-based
practices, and regularly reviewing and adjusting the plan as
needed.
- Counseling and Therapeutic Techniques: You should possess
strong counseling skills and be familiar with various therapeutic
modalities. This includes individual, family, and group counseling,
crisis intervention, cognitive-behavioral therapy, motivational
interviewing, trauma-informed care, and other approaches that align
with the needs of the population you serve.
- Care Coordination and Resource Navigation: You should have
knowledge of community resources and services, including
healthcare, mental health, housing, employment, financial
assistance, and social support programs. The ability to effectively
coordinate care and connect clients with appropriate resources is
crucial for addressing their social needs.
- Familiarity with relevant laws, regulations, and ethical
guidelines governing behavioral health services, including HIPAA,
state licensing requirements, and accreditation standards.Skills:
- Excellent communication skills are essential for building
rapport with clients, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams,
and advocating on behalf of your clients. Active listening,
empathy, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to communicate
complex information in a clear and understandable manner are
crucial.
- Crisis Management and Risk Assessment: You should be skilled in
identifying and managing crisis situations, including assessing for
suicide risk, domestic violence, child abuse, and other
emergencies. This involves having the ability to provide immediate
support, implement safety plans, and make appropriate referrals to
ensure the well-being of your clients.
- Documentation and Record-Keeping: Accurate and timely
documentation is vital for maintaining proper records of
assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and referrals.
Familiarity with electronic health record systems and compliance
with confidentiality and privacy regulations is essential.
- Professional Development and Ethical Practice: Continuously
seeking professional development opportunities, staying updated on
best practices and evidence-based interventions, and adhering to
the ethical guidelines and standards of the social work/counseling
profession are essential for providing high-quality care.
- Computer literacy skills, including Windows applications,
Microsoft Office Suite, and basic database usage, as well as basic
typing.
- Skilled in organization and attention to detail.Abilities:
- Cultural Competence and Diversity: Understanding and respecting
the cultural backgrounds, beliefs, and practices of diverse
populations is crucial. Being culturally competent enables you to
effectively engage with individuals from various backgrounds and
provide culturally sensitive care.
- Demonstrate empathy, compassion, and understanding when working
with individuals experiencing mental health and substance use
challenges, as well as effectively managing one's own emotions and
stress.
- Adapt to changing priorities, work demands, and emerging trends
in the field.
- Exchange information with participants and/or families in
various settings regarding program plans and performance of
participant.
- Work collaboratively with health care providers, community
organizations and other stakeholders.
- Build relationships and supportive networks amongst the
multi-county service area including a deep understanding of the
resources available.
- Advocate for the needs of individuals with mental health and
substance use issues, raising awareness, and promoting mental
health and substance use initiatives within the community.
- Complete required program documentation, follow through on
assignments, and manage many deadlines. Manage time, organize, and
work with multiple priorities; problem-solving and exercising sound
judgment and decision making.Requirements: Qualifications
- State of Ohio CT/LSW/LPC/LISW/LPCC/LISW-S/LPCC-S License
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree
- Experience in counseling and crisis intervention,
preferred.Personal Contacts:
- Frequent contact with staff of community agencies and the
general public. Daily contact with agency staff. Must develop and
maintain positive relationships with all of the above.Environmental
& Physical Requirements:
- Mobility: must be able to move independently and safely
throughout the workplace, including offices, counseling rooms, and
common areas.
- Manual dexterity: should have sufficient hand-eye coordination
and fine motor skills to perform tasks such as writing, typing,
operating computer systems, and handling paperwork.
- Visual and auditory abilities: must have adequate vision and
hearing abilities to effectively communicate with clients, read
written materials, and interpret non-verbal cues during counseling
sessions.
- Speech and communication: should possess clear and effective
verbal communication skills to facilitate open dialogue with
clients, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
- Sitting or standing: should be able to sustain a seated or
standing position for extended periods while meeting with
clients/clients/external visitors, attending meetings, or
performing administrative tasks.
- Emotional resilience: must have the emotional stability and
resilience to work with clients/clients/coworkers facing
challenging circumstances, maintaining composure and
professionalism during difficult discussions.
- Sensory sensitivity: should be sensitive to the needs of
clients/clients/coworkers and exhibit appropriate responses to
their physical and emotional cues, ensuring a supportive and
non-judgmental environment.
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Keywords: Third Street Family Health Services, Mansfield , Child Clinical Counselor, Healthcare , Bucyrus, Ohio
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