Job Title: Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Department:  Behavioral Health                   
Location: Gouverneur Hospital
Hours Per Week: 40
Schedule:  Monday - Friday,  8:00AM - 4:00PM                                  

SUMMARY:
Perform a comprehensive list of psychotherapy functions and practices. Work with internal and external stake holders to promote quality patient- centered behavioral health care.

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RESPONSIBILITIES:
 

20% Assessment

Identifies potential barriers and current difficulties in participating in treatment at intake and throughout the course of treatment.Appropriately utilizes screening and assessment tools approved by CPH including but not limited to CSSR-S, PHQ-9, Modified mini, substance use and risk assessment.Interprets quantitative and qualitative data within the social, political, economic and cultural context to determine patient-centered action planEvaluates across the bio-psycho-social continuum including environmental factors and patient resources.Builds rapport and demonstrates a safe environment in which patients engage in the comprehensive assessment processPerform ongoing continuous assessments to develop and maintain appropriate, safe, strengths-based and person centered care.Utilize diagnostic criteria, symptoms, differential diagnosis, and rule outs to determine accurate diagnosis

20% Individual CounselingResponsible for an individual case load including 1:1 counseling, treatment, relapse prevention, discharge planning, care coordination and referralParticipate in case conferences and clinical meetings weekly.Provide individualized patient care utilizing best practice counseling skills, techniques and modalities to improve quality of life and reduce symptomsUtilize crisis intervention skills and community resources to promote patient safetyUtilize trauma-informed approaches including taking universal precautionsEngage in ongoing professional maintenance activities to include but not limited to clinical supervision. continuing education, and counselor wellness

20% Group/Family Counseling and EducationDevelopment, execution and documentation of group therapy on assigned topics to be determined by patient need and counselor skill setAwareness of group dynamics, ability to manage time and destructive behaviors, encourage participation and engage patients in the learning process.Conduct family, marriage and or couples therapy as clinically indicatedProvide psychoeducation to individuals, groups and families on topics such as substance use disorders, mental health and wellness, life style changes, and coping skills, and recovery.Strengthen relationships among people in a purposeful effort to promote, restore, maintain, and enhance the well-being of individuals, families, social groups, organizations, and communities.

20% DocumentationDocumenting: In a variety of manners including assessments, individual and group notes, collaboration, collateral contact with internal and external stakeholders to the patient.Treatment planning, discharge planning and regularly updating the patient record to demonstrate patient’s progress or lack thereof in the treatment environment.Assessments are performed per specific scope and practice at or above standards set by OASAS, OMH, TJC and DNV.Forms are filled out respecting the various deadlines required by the governing and regulatory bodies and will remain in the medical record.Confidential maintenance of and transmission of medical records following HIPPA and CFR 42 guidelines

20% Clinical SupervisionProvide clinical supervision for interns and or junior staff of the same disciplineAct as a mentor, coach and evaluator to create an atmosphere that promotes counselor self- reflection, discipline, motivation, learning, wellness and professional development.Monitor quality of professional services, attend to ethical issues and ensure quality clinical care.Act as a resource and consultant for other departments as needed
 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling or Social WorkLMHC or LMSWDirect client experience in a human service setting
 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Individual and/or group counseling experienceExcellent verbal and written communication skillsHas knowledge of addiction, withdrawal, recovery and treatment resourcesEvaluates and assesses across a bio/psycho/social continuum determining patient needsIndicates appreciation of population differences (cultural, ethnic, orientation, religious)Demonstrates knowledge of age-specific developmental levelsDemonstrates the ability to counsel patients individually, in therapy groups, and in psycho educational groupsDisplays knowledge of, and an ability to effectively work with patients who have experienced traumatic eventsArticulates knowledge of various mental illnesses and shows the ability to work with these patients

EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

S - Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$58,240.00 - $75,300.00

CITY:

Gouverneur

POSTAL CODE:

13642

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.