Counselor

Job Details Location: Sto-Rox Family Health Center - McKees Rocks, PA 15136 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: Graduate Degree Salary Range: $64,000.00 - $74,000.00 Travel Percentage: Up to 25% Job Shift: Day Job Category: Health Care Position Overview Cornerstone Care, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), with locations throughout Southwestern Pa., is seeking a Counselor to join our behavioral health team. Make a difference as we seek those who want to assist us in fulfilling our mission: "To improve the health of our patients and the residents of our community, with special concern for the underserved." Responsibilities This licensed mental health professional provides a variety of psychotherapeutic and consultation services to individuals diagnosed with a mental or emotional disorder according to the DSM-IV (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of the American Psychiatric Association, 4th Edition). This counselor/social worker may provide individual psychotherapy, group therapy, play therapy or conjoint and family therapy according to established treatment approaches for which she or he has specific training and expertise which can be documented through formal or continuing education. This licensed mental health professional is responsible for the comprehensive management of the counseling and psychological services for the patients on her or his caseload. Provides direct counseling and psychotherapy to patients assigned to them by the intake therapist. Conducts a thorough clinical assessment of the patient, which results in a DSM-IV diagnosis, appropriate treatment recommendations, and treatment goals. Maintains appropriate documentation and confidential clinical files on their patients in accordance with general managed care quality assurance guidelines. Seeks out consultation with fellow Cornerstone Care Counselors or the Clinical Director for issues which may require extended treatment or unusual interventions (e.g., hospitalization, referral to other agencies, etc.) or otherwise problematic or troubling to the counselor. Coordinates treatment with other health professionals such as the primary care physician, psychiatrists, etc., when appropriate. Responds to urgent and/or emergency situations which emerge when Cornerstone Care patients reporting acute distress or crises in accordance to the policies and procedures of Cornerstone Care. Provides the highest quality service to their patients in accordance to the standards and practices set forth in their profession’s ethics and professional practice guidelines. Mandatory possession of current license to practice in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Professional Counselor. Applicants without a current license will not be considered. Previous outpatient clinic work preferred but not required. Salary based upon experience. Benefits Loan repayment opportunities are available through HRSA. Sign on bonus available. Medical insurance, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, 403 B retirement, flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care, credit union, and a variety of additional voluntary benefits as well as a generous time off package. Equal Opportunity Employer Cornerstone Care, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression. #J-18808-Ljbffr