Mental Health Counselor

Description We are looking for an Associate Mental Health Therapist to provide mental health counseling to children and to the parents of children who are receiving services from Therapy Smarts Inc. Requirements Qualities that fit this opportunity Experience: Psychotherapy as intern and under supevision of Clinical Supervisor License/Certification: Actively pursuing and applied with the board to practice in North Carolina (no supervision) (Required) A Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field. Actively pursuing an application for licensure or certification as required by state regulations (e.g., Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist). Strong communication and active listening skills. Empathy and the ability to build a therapeutic rapport with clients. Cultural competence and sensitivity to diverse populations. Knowledge of various therapeutic approaches and evidence-based interventions. Ethical conduct and a commitment to maintaining client confidentiality. Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Excellent time management and organizational skills. Being bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus! Essential Job Functions Timely completion of effective clinical documentation, 48 hours Ensures initial client intakes are conducted fully and in a timely manner. Train and Conduct assessments Partner with Patient Services & Scheduling departments to promote care management for the individuals served, ensuring they have access to many beneficial services in our continuum Represents the company professionally and ethically to internal and external stakeholders Manages a caseload of clients with supervision oversight. Conduct initial assessments, reassessments, and write progress reports Develop & monitor individualized treatment plans and behavior support plans, behavior management protocols, and behavior intervention plans for children Provide support, instruction, and feedback to families and caregivers with regard to managing challenging behaviors and teaching replacement behaviors through the principles of Mental Health Counseling Maintain Clinical Supervision to Full Licensure Receive Supervision and mentorship from a Licensed Clinical supervisor. Ensure that the supervisee and supervisor complete documentation of Hours completed in pursuit of Full Licensure Follow North Carolina Board rules and regulations for Clinical Supervision Engage in weekly supervision and staffing of cases for Associate Licensed Clinician. Receive training/mentorship to earn full licensure. Manage/organize ongoing scheduling of clinically appropriate caseload. Learn and develop clinical skills Settings Clinics Schools Daycares Headstarts Benefits that set us apart - Exceptional earnings potential! One of the best you will find. Competitive compensation with monthly incentive bonuses PTO (Paid Time Off) Paid federal holidays Up to 5 days off during the end-of-year shutdown Continuing education reimbursement License Dues Reimbursement Health, Vision, and dental insurance for full-time employees Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account Voluntary Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, and Short Term Disability 401K to full-time employees Mileage reimbursement Yearly performance BONUS Referral BONUS Electronic subscription to the Latest Therapy Material Resources Fun, multi-disciplinary setting with supervision and mentorship programs Opportunity for growth within the company - Leadership and management opportunities open to all Additional Benefits Office staff for intake, billing, and support, meaning you only have to treat and complete your documentation! Report templates for easy report writing Web-based, electronic documentation system #J-18808-Ljbffr