Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Full Time, Day)

Job Title : Licensed Mental Health Counselor Department : Dependency Rehab Location : SLH-Elm St. Schedule : M-F Position Summary Perform a comprehensive list of psychotherapy functions and practices. Work with internal and external stake holders to promote quality patient- centered behavioral health care. Key Responsibilities Assessment Identifies potential barriers and current difficulties in participating in treatment at intake and throughout the course of treatment. Appropriately utilizes screening and assessment tools approved by CPH including but not limited to CSSR-S, PHQ-9, Modified mini, substance use and risk assessment. Interprets quantitative and qualitative data within the social, political, economic and cultural context to determine patient-centered action plan. Evaluates across the bio-psycho-social continuum including environmental factors and patient resources. Builds rapport and demonstrates a safe environment in which patients engage in the comprehensive assessment process Perform ongoing continuous assessments to develop and maintain appropriate, safe, strengths-based and person centered care. Utilize diagnostic criteria, symptoms, differential diagnosis, and rule outs to determine accurate diagnosis Individual Counseling Responsible for an individual case load including 1:1 counseling, treatment, relapse prevention, discharge planning, care coordination and referral Participate in case conferences and clinical meetings weekly. Provide individualized patient care utilizing best practice counseling skills, techniques and modalities to improve quality of life and reduce symptoms Utilize crisis intervention skills and community resources to promote patient safety Utilize trauma-informed approaches including taking universal precautions Engage in ongoing professional maintenance activities to include but not limited to clinical supervision. continuing education, and counselor wellness Group/Family Counseling and Education #J-18808-Ljbffr Rochester Regional Health