Licensed Professional Counselor

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

Reports to:       CMO                                                   Approved By: HSI Board of Directors
Department:     Behavioral Health                                 Date Approved: September 4, 2026
Classification:  Exempt                                                Last Revision: September 2026            

JOB SUMMARY:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) to join our dynamic mental health team. In this vital role, you will provide evidence-based psychotherapy and counseling services to diverse populations, including children, adolescents, adults, and individuals with co-occurring disorders. Your expertise will help clients navigate mental health challenges, develop coping strategies, and achieve their personal goals. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives through innovative treatment approaches and collaborative care.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments and diagnostic evaluations utilizing ICD-9 and ICD-10 coding standards to inform personalized treatment plans.
2. Deliver individual, group, family, and child/youth therapy sessions using evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and behavioral therapy.
3. Implement crisis intervention strategies to manage acute mental health emergencies effectively while ensuring client safety and well-being.
4. Utilize telehealth platforms to provide remote counseling sessions, maintain clinical documentation standards within Electronic Medical Records (EMR/EHR) systems.
5. Develop and monitor individualized treatment plans aligned with clinical guidelines, HIPPA regulations, and ethical standards.
6. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams-including social workers, medical professionals, educators, and case managers-to coordinate comprehensive care for clients with complex needs.
7. Maintain accurate medical records, document clinical notes thoroughly, and ensure compliance with HIPPA and other confidentiality requirements.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must possess a master’s degree or above in Counseling from an Accredited School.
• Current AL license issued by the Alabama Board of Examiners in Counseling to practice as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).
• CPR Certification
• Proven experience in psychotherapy or mental health counseling within outpatient or inpatient settings.
• Demonstrated expertise working with children, adolescents, or individuals with development disabilities such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
• Strong background in crisis management, trauma-focused therapy (including PTSD care), grief counseling, and addiction counseling.
• Familiarity with medical terminology, ICD coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), CPT coding for billing purposes, and clinical documentation standards.
• Experience providing telehealth therapy services using secure platforms is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of special education needs and experience working with individuals in pediatric or geriatrics populations is advantageous.
• Ability to apply research findings and evidence-based practices to clinical interventions while adhering to ethical guidelines in mental health care.

OSHA RATING: Medium

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Combination of sitting, standing, walking, speaking and listening on a regular basis.

Join us in creating a supportive environment where clients can thrive! We are committed to fostering professional growth through ongoing training in behavioral health techniques such as applied behavior analysis (ABA), social work principles, art therapy, dance/movement therapy, psychopharmacology insights, and gender issues counseling. This role offers the chance to work across diverse settings—outpatient clinics, inpatient facilities, community programs—and contribute meaningfully to the well-being of those we serve.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• Clinical counseling: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• LPC (Required)

Work Location: In person

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