Behavioral Health Counselor | LSCW | LPC

Career Opportunities with Bath County Community Hospital A great place to work. Careers At Bath County Community Hospital Share with friends or Subscribe! Are you ready for new challenges and new opportunities? Join our team! Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available. Subscribe to our RSS feeds to receive instant updates as new positions become available. Behavioral Health Counselor | LSCW | LPC Position Title: Behavioral Health Counselor Department: Behavioral Health Reports To: Behavorial Health Team Lead FLSA Status: Non-Exempt $30 To $39.78 Per Hour Position Summary The Behavioral Health Counselor provides mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults. The Behavioral Health Counselor is responsible for managing an assigned caseload, conducting assessments and voluntary pre-screenings, providing psychotherapy and crisis intervention, maintaining accurate clinical documentation, and collaborating with clients, families, and community resources to support positive outcomes. Essential Functions Provide diagnostic evaluations, psychotherapy, prevention, consultation, and education to clients Conduct intake interviews, including initial diagnosis and disposition Obtain and review relevant information from collateral sources Provide voluntary pre-screenings as appropriate Provide mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults Maintain and manage an assigned caseload Provide case management services as needed Provide crisis intervention when needed Maintain complete and accurate progress notes and clinical documentation Accurately document and bill all applicable client contacts Collaborate and consult with clients, families, healthcare providers, and community resources Participate in ongoing education and professional development Perform other duties as assigned Position Standards Provides professional and ethical behavioral health services Maintains accurate, timely, and complete clinical documentation Demonstrates sound clinical judgment and decision-making Maintains appropriate boundaries and confidentiality Provides services in a compassionate, patient-focused manner Effectively manages an assigned caseload Collaborates with clients, families, providers, and community resources Qualifications Education: Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field Experience: Experience as an LPC or LCSW preferred Active Virginia LPC or LCSW license (required) Clinical assessment and diagnostic skills Psychotherapy and counseling skills Crisis intervention and case management Strong communication and interpersonal skills Organization and documentation Professional judgment and accountability Ability to work effectively with children, adolescents, adults, and families Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and community resources Physical Requirements Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods Ability to communicate effectively with clients, families, and members of the healthcare team Ability to use a computer and electronic health record systems Ability to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods Ability to respond appropriately in crisis situations Working Conditions Behavioral health and clinical outpatient setting Frequent interaction with clients, families, healthcare providers, and community resources May work with individuals experiencing emotional or behavioral crises May encounter stressful or emotionally challenging situations Work environment may include children, adolescents, and adults with varying behavioral health needs Occasional schedule adjustments based on patient and organizational needs Additional Information Bath Community Hospital reserves the right to modify job responsibilities as needed to support organizational needs. Equal Opportunity Statement Bath Community Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and recruits, hires, and promotes qualified candidates without regard to legally protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bath County Community Hospital