Clinical Counselor (Polk/Pasco)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Clinical Counselor 

Reports To: Director of Outpatient Services 

Department: Candace Behavioral Health          FLSA Status: Exempt

DESCRIPTION

Job Summary: This position is responsible for providing outpatient treatment services to individuals (children and adults), groups, and families. This position provides services in office, in community settings or via telehealth depending on the needs of the individual, group, or family. The position is expected to utilize evidence-based practices. 

In addition to the duties and requirements listed below, YFA expects employees to be committed to incorporating principles of trauma-informed care in all areas of service delivery. Commitment to these principles is demonstrated through active participation in agency-required training, use of trauma-informed practices, and understanding that trauma-informed environments require cultural sensitivity and an emphasis on a safe and respectful environment for all.

Essential Job Functions:

• Conducts screening, intake, and evaluations; prepares treatment plans; meets clinical contact requirements; and provides case management and legal testimony as appropriate.
• Facilitates evidence-based interventions through individual, family, and/or group therapy sessions no less than weekly for all clients assigned, clinically assesses and re-assesses individuals as required, and participates in the treatment team working toward client-driven goals.
• Performs drug screenings/urinalyses as applicable.
• Completes timely and accurate clinical documentation within multiple EMR and information systems. 
• Establishes and maintains positive working, collaborative relationships with referral sources, service providers, and other community agencies to ensure effective care coordination for clients.
• Maintain goals related to weekly billable hours of direct client service delivery.
• Complete other administrative tasks as assigned or as necessary to ensure that clients receive necessary services (i.e., insurance verification, client intake entry, reporting). 

The above duties and responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to the job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that an incumbent may be expected or asked to perform.

REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience: 

Minimum master’s degree in social work, psychology, or a related human service field required; preferred 2+ years post bachelor’s experience directly in human services working with at-risk youth. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong rapport building, preferred experience using Motivational Interviewing.

• Ability to work independently and meet regulatory and productivity goals.
• Strong clinical diagnostic, treatment planning, and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365.
• Ability to navigate and utilize a variety of IT and EMR systems.

Physical Requirements: 

Ability to travel regionally on a regular basis and statewide as needed; Ability to bend, lift and carry 10 pounds. Ability to sit for long periods of time. 

I, the undersigned, have read and understand the requirements of this position as outlined in this job description. I also understand that my continued employment and performance evaluation will be based on my performance of the functions established herein and compliance with established agency policies and performance standards. I accept the duties and responsibilities described. I attest that I meet the requirements for this position as outlined in the job description. I acknowledge that this is my primary employment, and my duties will be conducted without interference from a secondary job.