Mental Health Counselor
Listed on 2026-08-03
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Healthcare
Mental Health, Psychology
Note - Travel Experience Required
Job SummaryThe Mental Health Counselor provides direct therapeutic services to individuals experiencing emotional, psychological, or behavioral challenges. This role involves conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, delivering evidence-based counseling, and collaborating with interdisciplinary professionals to support client well-being. The counselor promotes a safe, supportive environment and empowers clients to develop healthy coping strategies and achieve personal goals.
Key Responsibilities- Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments and intake evaluations
- Develop individualized treatment plans tailored to client needs
- Provide individual, group, or family counseling using evidence-based approaches
- Monitor client progress, adjust treatment strategies, and document all services
- Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical and professional standards
- Collaborate with psychiatrists, social workers, case managers, and other healthcare professionals
- Provide crisis intervention and safety planning as needed
- Educate clients and families about mental health conditions, coping skills, and available resources
- Participate in team meetings, case reviews, and quality improvement initiatives
- Maintain accurate clinical records in accordance with organizational and regulatory requirements
- Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field
- Active state licensure (e.g., LMHC, LPC, LCSW, or equivalent, depending on state requirements)
- Minimum of 1-2 years of clinical experience providing mental health counseling
- Strong knowledge of therapeutic modalities and evidence-based practices
- Excellent communication, assessment, and crisis-intervention skills
- Experience working in outpatient, inpatient, community mental health, or school-based settings
- Training in specialized therapeutic approaches (e.g., CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care)
- Experience working with diverse populations, including adolescents or high-risk individuals
- Bilingual proficiency
- Certifications (if any)
- CPR/BLS certification - preferred or required based on facility
- Additional clinical certifications (e.g., Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor - CCMHC) - preferred
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