Licensed Outpatient Mental Health Counselor

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Licensed Outpatient Mental Health Counselor

(LPC, LMFT, LCSW)

Location: Crowley, LA

Job Type: Full-time Contract (1099)

Pay Rate: $60/hour (70% of billable services)

Reports to: Clinical Director

Revised: 4/15/2025

Position includes opportunities for specialty training (i.e., Play Therapy, EMDR, etc.)

Note:

This position is NOT a fully remote telehealth position. In-clinic sessions are required.

Job Purpose Statement

The Licensed Outpatient Mental Health Counselor is responsible for providing counseling services to children, individuals, and families wishing to receive care. This position operates in-person at The Center for Children and Families Counseling Clinic in Crowley, LA or via telehealth. The Licensed Mental Health Counselor is supervised by the Clinical Director.

See Yourself In This Role

As a Licensed Outpatient Mental Health Counselor, you'll be on the front lines of transforming lives. Imagine yourself unlocking the doors to a space of healing, where you're a source of guidance as individuals step through their journey to emotional well-being. You are compassionate and dedicated, ready to help them navigate life's challenges. You see the strength in each person, finding and optimizing their inherent strengths and coping abilities.

Your goal is to help them access these strengths and develop growth and stability.

Qualifications

The Licensed Outpatient Mental Health Counselor should have the following qualifications, skills, and experience:

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Social Work
• Licensure as an LPC, LMFT, or LCSW in Louisiana
• Ability to work cooperatively with different types of personalities
• Knowledge and understanding of word processing programs, Excel, Outlook, and ability to utilize electronic health records/practice management systems
• Ability to work well in a team setting
• Ability to maintain confidential information
• Ability to organize files and electronic information
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Commitment to organizational goals and mission

Accountability

The Licensed Outpatient Mental Health Counselor is hired by the Clinical Director of the Counseling Clinic and reports directly to him or her. Additionally, the Clinical Director will be responsible for the performance monitoring of the Licensed Outpatient Mental Health Counselor.

Duties & Responsibilities

Client Care and Empowerment:

• Conduct counseling sessions for new and established clients
• Work primarily in-office supplemented via telehealth
• Ethically follow an established treatment plan with clients
• Complete progress notes
• Update and maintain client records
• Maintain all confidential information
• Attend staff meetings
• Complete all paperwork in a timely manner
• Complete weekly invoices
• Make telephone contact as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Case And Data Management

• Administrative Duties:
  Complete and submit all necessary paperwork and maintain accurate client records, including weekly case notes and invoices, treatment plans, progress notes, and other required documentation.
• HIPAA compliance:
  Ensure all client information is handled in compliance with HIPAA regulations to protect privacy and confidentiality.

Collaboration And Supervision

• Professional development:
  Attend workshops, seminars, and continuing education opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
• Team collaboration:
  Collaborate with colleagues and provide consultation as needed.
• Additional responsibilities:
  Perform other duties as assigned by the Clinical Director.

Pay & Compensation Information

• Caseload: 20 direct client contact hours (Usually 20-25 clients/week)
• Pay rate: $60 per direct client contact hour (70% of billable services)

Disclaimer:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the contractor.

• Seniority level
  
  Entry level

• Employment type
  
  Contract

• Job function
  
  Health Care Provider
• Industries Mental Health Care

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