Mental Health Counselor

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

The Licensed Mental Health Counselor will play a crucial role in providing mental health services to adults and youth ages 16-24 who are experiencing homelessness. As a member of our Care Services Team, the counselor will assess participants’ mental health needs, design personalized treatment plans, and offer therapeutic support to address their emotional and psychological challenges. The ideal candidate will demonstrate empathy, cultural competence, and a commitment to empowering vulnerable populations to achieve positive outcomes. This position will serve adults in our Power house location 1025 S Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL 32805 ) and youth and young adults in our Orlando location (5511 W. Colonial Dr Orlando, FL 32808). Ability to travel between locations is required.

Responsibilities and Duties:

The functions of this position include:

• Conduct Mental Health Assessments: Conduct initial intake assessments to evaluate participants' mental health needs and identify any co-occurring disorders or underlying mental health issues.
• Develop Individualized Treatment Plans: Collaborate with participants to design person-centered treatment plans that align with their goals, strengths, and challenges. These plans should address their unique circumstances and foster personal growth and resilience.
• Provide Individual Counseling: Offer one-on-one counseling sessions to participants, utilizing evidence-based therapeutic techniques to support emotional well-being, stress management, and personal development.
• Crisis Intervention: Be prepared to provide crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques when necessary, ensuring the safety and well-being of youth experiencing acute mental health challenges.
• Group Counseling: Facilitate group therapy sessions, creating a safe space for youth to share experiences, build social connections, and develop coping skills.
• Collaborate with Interdisciplinary Team: Work closely with other teams, such as care managers, spiritual care, medical partners, and outreach services team, to ensure a coordinated and holistic approach to client care.
• Monitor Progress and Outcomes: Regularly evaluate clients' progress and adjust treatment plans to achieve positive outcomes and address evolving needs.
• Advocacy and Referral: Advocate for participants' needs to access additional community resources and support services and enhance their overall well-being and stability.
• Maintain Records: Maintain accurate and confidential client records, documenting all interactions, progress notes, and treatment plans in compliance with organizational policies and legal requirements.
• Professional Development: Stay informed about the latest developments in mental health care, attend training sessions and workshops to enhance counseling skills, and maintain appropriate licensure or certifications.

Requirements

1. Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.
2. Active state licensure or certification as a Mental Health Counselor (e.g., LPC, LMFT, LCSW) is required.
3. Experience working with homeless or vulnerable populations preferred.
4. Knowledge of trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, and evidence-based therapeutic modalities.
5. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and trust with clients from diverse backgrounds.
6. Empathy, patience, and a non-judgmental approach to support clients facing mental health challenges.
7. Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
8. Adherence to ethical guidelines and commitment to maintaining client confidentiality.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, sprint, run and patrol for extended periods
• Must hear and see well (either naturally or with correction)
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, kneel, push, pull, and reach overhead
• A considerable amount of time making repetitive motions
• Work in a fast-paced environment with frequent interactions with customers
• Ability to function with frequent temperature changes between indoors and out
• Work in various weather conditions, including heat, cold, and rain
• Stand and walk continuously for up to 8-10 hours during a shift while providing customer care
• Considerable amount of time using a telephone and/or computer
• Sit at a desk and use a computer for extended periods to perform data entry and

administrative tasks

• Answer phone calls and communicate with colleagues and clients verbally throughout

the day

• Use hands and fingers for typing and operating office equipment, such as printers

and scanners

• Use hands and fingers for precise mouse movements and keyboard shortcuts
• Review and analyze printed materials for accuracy and quality
• Attend meetings and collaborate with team members in various office settings
• Collaborate with colleagues and communicate professionally in person and via email
• Sit at a workstation and use a computer to respond to customer inquiries and resolve

issues

• Use a headset to communicate with customers over the phone for extended periods
• Navigate between multiple software systems to access customer information
• Occasionally stand and walk within the office to consult with supervisors or assist

colleagues

• Attend meetings and collaborate with team members when needed

EEO Statement

SALT Outreach, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and

applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type

without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status,

genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or

any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Drug-Free Workplace Program Statement

SALT Outreach, Inc. is dedicated to maintaining a safe and drug-free workplace. We

strictly prohibit the use, possession, sale, or distribution of illegal drugs or unauthorized

controlled substances on our premises or during work hours and prohibits team members and volunteers from reporting to work, working or being present on company premises while under the influence of alcohol, illegal drugs or other unauthorized substances, or with measurable quantities of alcohol, illegal drugs or other unauthorized substances present in the body. We reserve the right to conduct random drug tests of all our team members and volunteers. Violation of this policy, including a positive drug test, may lead to disciplinary action, up to and including termination.