Job Description
Counselor (LCSW or LCPC)- Behavioral Health at Carle Health summary:
The Counselor (LCSW or LCPC) provides outpatient mental health counseling and therapy to patients within the Behavioral Health Department of Carle Health. They conduct mental health evaluations, develop treatment plans, and utilize various counseling techniques to address patients' psychological needs. The role requires strong communication, clinical documentation skills, and adherence to confidentiality regulations such as HIPAA.
Overview
The Counselor provides outpatient mental health counseling/therapy to Carle patients within the Behavioral Health Department.
Qualifications
Education Level Field of Study Master's Degree
Related Field
Licenses/Certifications Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
Or
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
Work Experience Length of Experience Providing psychotherapy in a clinical setting
1+ years
Specialized Knowledge and Skills Requirements Strong communication and listening skills. Ability to work effectively with a multitude of personalities at various organizational levels. Familiarity with working within and EMR. Strong documentation skills. Knowledge and competence utilizing a variety of counseling techniques and interventions. Understanding of current DSM diagnostic criteria. Comfort working with patients from a variety of backgrounds and presenting problems. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a clinical setting.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions Provide mental health counseling/therapy to patients and their families through individual and/or group settings.
Department Specific Job Function Performs mental health evaluations for referred patients, including assessing need for ongoing psychotherapy or other services.
Identify concerns and make referrals to other specialists as needed.
Provides ongoing therapy services for patients, using techniques and interventions appropriate to the patient's needs.
Works with patient to develop treatment plan, including specific goals and objectives to be addressed in psychotherapy appropriate to the patient's needs.
Completes appropriate documentation in medical record within timeframes established by departmental policy.
With permission of patient, provides communication back to referring providers about patient diagnosis, treatment plan, and progress.
Maintains patient confidentiality and fulfills provider responsibilities as specified under HIPAA, the Illinois Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Code, and the Illinois Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Confidentiality Act.
About Us
Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance – and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health.
Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance™. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information:
Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this position is $29.29per hour - $50.38per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.
Keywords:
mental health counseling, behavioral health, psychotherapy, treatment planning, clinical documentation, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, patient evaluation, confidentiality, EMR
Job Tags
Full time, Work experience placement, Local area, Shift work,