National Counseling Group’s Central Piedmont site is hiring experienced counselors to provide home and community based services to children, families and adults throughout Culpeper, Fauquier, Rappahannock, Madison and Orange counties.

Qualifications – Sign-on Bonus:
•Master’s degree in Human Services and at least one year clinical experience ($2,000 bonus)
•Bachelor’s degree in Human Services (Social work, Psychology, Sociology, Counseling, etc) and at least one year clinical experience ($1,000 bonus)

In addition to Competitive Salaries, NCG’s Benefits Include:
•Health Insurance
•Dental Insurance
•Vision Insurance
•Long Term Disability Insurance
•Life Insurance
•Professional Liability Insurance
•Free Clinical Licensure Supervision
•401k Retirement Plan
•Flexible Spending Accounts
•Short-term Disability Insurance

NCG offers best-practice training, clinical supervision, and career development opportunities.

Visit our website and email cover letter and resume, or call Betty Dixon (540) 948-3163 for additional information. EOE.
http://www.nationalcounselinggroup.com/

JOB SUMMARY:
The Lummi Nation is a Native American Tribe located in northwest Washington near Bellingham and is seeking a Licensed Mental Health Provider. The Clinician will be assigned to the Lummi Behavioral Health Division to assess and provide individual and group mental health services for adults, adolescents, and children of the Lummi Nation community. The Clinician may be tasked to provide services in different settings such as the school, the home, the office, or at the Lummi Youth Academy. The Clinician will be employed as a salaried employee within the Lummi Indian Business Council. This position may require that the Clinician be flexible with work hours based on the services needed by the client(s). The Clinician will also be asked to be On-Call one day per month for crisis service response.

If interested in this position, please visit the Lummi Nation website at www.lummi-nsn.org and click on the Employment/Training tab on the left of the screen. The job listing and application paperwork are accessed from this tab.

Job Title: Child and Adolescent Mental Health Therapist Outpatient Services FT
Job ID: 45602
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Department: Outpatient Services
Regular Shift: Days
Standard Hours: 40.00

Alegent Creighton Health is the largest not-for-profit, faith-based healthcare provider in Nebraska and southwest Iowa with 11 acute care hospitals, a specialty spine hospital, freestanding inpatient psychiatric and skilled nursing facilities and more than 100 Alegent Creighton Clinic locations. As the primary teaching partner of Creighton University’s health sciences schools, Alegent Creighton Health and Alegent Creighton Clinic are committed to teaching the health professionals of the future.

Our commitment to our patients and their families is high, but the return on that commitment is even higher. We are committed to our employees by ensuring we hire individuals who also believe in enriching the lives of those we serve. If this sounds like you – apply today and join the Alegent Creighton Health team! We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Mental Health Therapist:
-Evaluates and assesses the bio-psycho-social needs of patients.
-Assists in determining the most appropriate level of care for the patient, and makes appropriate referrals when indicated.
-Demonstrates an understanding of the most current edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM)
-Conducts a risk assessment as part of every initial assessment/evaluation.
-Develops comprehensive treatment plans in accordance with policy and procedures.
-Demonstrates and documents appropriate referral practices, including referrals to treating physician for Axis III diagnosis.
-Assists in maintaining currency of patient demographics and insurance information as necessary.

Experience
Prefer two years of progressive experience in a mental health/addiction recovery or related field.

Education/Licensure
A minimum of a Masters degree from an accredited educational institution in Counseling, Social Work, Nursing or other related behavioral health field.

Must have a current license/certification in one of the following areas:

Licensed Mental Heath Practitioner (LMHP) in Nebraska
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Iowa.
Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) in Iowa
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Iowa
Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in Iowa
Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Iowa
Certified Master Social Worker (CMSW)
Certified Social Worker (CSW)
Licensed as a Psychologist in Nebraska or Iowa
Licensed Independent Mental Heath Practitioner (LIMHP) in Nebraska

****License must be held in the state you provide services.
****The outpatient clinic settings will not accept the provisional license.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Must possess strong knowledge of mental health and chemical dependency; knowledge of the current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual criteria and appropriate treatment planning for the various diagnostic categories; ability to determine appropriate level of care and triage patients accordingly; basic knowledge of managed care/EAP services and requirements; ability to process and complete charting tasks in a timely manner; knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and professional standards; strong knowledge of the principles of growth and developmental needs across the lifespan; good communication skills (verbal and written); demonstrates personal traits of a high level of motivation; team orientation; professionalism; trust; integrity and places a high value on treating others with dignity and respect.

To apply, click here.

The Licensed Clinical Therapist Will Do The Following:

• Conduct initial evaluation and client intake interviews: assess consumer and presenting problems.
• Develop, implement and modify, as necessary, consumer treatment / behavior support plans.
• Carry out Case management services related to the consumer’s treatment.
• Maintain an active caseload, providing intervention including psychotherapy, clinical support, and behavior support service within the area of expertise and limits of credentials. Ensure procurement of additional services as needed.
• Serve as a resource to Easter Seals Crossroads staff.
• Maintain consumer and program records in accordance with applicable standards, regulations, and grant requirements.
• Monitor caseload to assure compliance for third-party payors, including chart-review, completing prior authorizations and pre-certifications.
• Provide clinical supervision to assigned staff; as needed, co-sign clinical documentation and treatment plans.
• Demonstrate daily the values of: Respect, Quality, Inventiveness, Consumer/Family Focus, Perseverance, and Integrity.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements include: Master Degree from an accredited program and licensed to practice in the state of Indiana as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). The preferred candidate will have experience with developmental disabilities/disorders (with an emphasis on autism), behavior intervention, children and families, and working as a part of an interdisciplinary team. The Licensed Therapist will provide direct clinical/behavioral support services for individuals with autism and their families

Full and Part-time positions available.
To apply, click here.

CRC Health Group is the nation’s leading provider of treatment and educational programs for adults and youth who are struggling with behavioral issues, chemical dependency, eating disorders, obesity, pain management, or learning disabilities. CRC provides clinically sound, research-based treatment options at 145 facilities conveniently located throughout the United States. As a service-oriented company that is determined to provide cutting-edge scientific solutions to behavioral health issues, we are constantly working to improve the quality of care and depth and breadth of services available. For more than 30 years, our treatment philosophy and exceptional care have enabled our clients to reclaim and enrich their lives. As CRC continues to set the standards in innovative behavioral health care, we proudly embark on a future of new beginnings for individuals and families in need.

Richmond Treatment Center, a member of CRC Health Group, is an outpatient substance abuse treatment facility serving patients afflicted with the disease of addiction specifically to the opioid class of drugs. Our facility has openings for full-time addictions counselors. The qualified candidates will work closely in a team environment with a team of clinicians, medical personnel, and office personnel in accordance with State and Federal Regulations to provide care for our patients. We offer our patients an out-patient environment conducive to recovery from the disease of addiction, specifically to the opioid class of drugs. We offer our staff an educational environment where patient care is our top priority.

Under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, our Counselors are ultimately responsible for providing individual and group therapy to patients with a primary diagnosis of chemical dependency. Additional responsibilities include:

1) Assisting our patients with reaching their treatment goals;
2) Preparing current patient progress reports and completion notices;
3) Providing paperwork to patients, courts, probation and parole departments and referral sources;
4) Maintaining accurate records to ensure compliance with all Federal and State regulations;
5) Coordinating and cooperating with local agencies and organizations necessary to expedite treatment for each patient.

Requirements

1) Bachelor’s degree in the field of social/behavioral sciences or human services required;
2) Master’s degree preferred;
3) Indiana/National/International Certified/Licensed Addictions Counselor or MATS credential preferred;
4) Excellent verbal, non-verbal, and written communication skills;
5) Ability to work early morning hours with a rotating weekend;
6) Experience with chemical dependency and/or medication assisted treatment preferred.

CRC Health Group offers a competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Company paid group term life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, and educational reimbursement.

Please send a resume with salary history to dreeves@crchealth.com
Fax: 765-939-7559 or
Mail: Richmond Treatment Center, 4265 South A Street, Richmond, IN 47374.
Please visit our website at: www.crchealth.com . EOE.

Requirements

Experience in counseling adolescents and families a must. Responsibilities include facilitation of residents treatment plan, case management, and individual, family & group counseling. In addition, the counselor will assist in program development, implementation, and crisis management. Competitive Benefits package includes: Medical, Dental, and Liability insurance, access to our free Employee Care Clinic, re-licensing assistance, Long-term Disability Insurance, 403 (b) Retirement Plan, and 24 Paid Days Off per year. If interested, please submit vita/resume, current graduate transcript, application, and 3 letters of reference by Monday, March 4th or ASAP to:

Youth Opportunity Center, Inc.
Office Of Human Resources
3800 West Kilgore Ave.
Muncie, IN 47304.

EOE

Feel free to visit our website at www.yocinc.org to download an application or to view more information about this position.

(Please do not re-apply if you have already sent in your resume for other postings of this position)

Are you ready for a new challenge?

Our small and extremely busy, private counseling practice has an opening for an experienced psychotherapist at our comfortable offices in Schaumburg, Illinois. Our vision is simple. Provide outstanding, compassionate, life-changing care for our clients and stay ahead of the curve with innovation and growth. As an expanding business, we are looking for the right candidate to make us even better and take on a rapidly expanding client list. So, if you think that’s you, tell us why.

Candidates must have:
•Master’s Degree or higher in counseling, social work or related field from an accredited university.
•Must be currently licensed in the state of Illinois (LPC, LCPC, LCSW, LMFT) if you do not have at least an LPC license in your hands at this very moment from the state of Illinois, do not apply
•Experience in working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.
•Minimum of 1 year experience directly working with clients.
•Competence in completing treatment plans and ongoing progress notes.
•Professionalism in all interactions with clients, co-workers, and collateral contacts.
•Strong professional ethics and boundaries.
•Be great with computers and email communication.

The job:
•You will provide therapy to a diverse client-base and work very independently.
•On call time will be expected for your clients’ emergency needs.
•Scheduling, billing, client screening will all be done for you..so you need only be a great counselor! We offer an excellent work environment.
•Participation in continuing education courses will be required. We never stop learning!
•We will assist you in becoming credentialed with Insurance panels and EAP providers, if necessary.
•We are expanding our space to make more room for you to have more flexible hours, but the majority of your cases will be afternoon-evening. You will need to be flexible and we will work with you to create an acceptable schedule, but evening work is a requirement.
•We don’t like paperwork, so we have a very technology-savvy office that reduces the need for scribbling on repetitive forms and saves paper while better protecting our clients confidentiality. If this sounds good to you, you probably sound good to us.

What you get:
•Good Compensation
•Ongoing supervision will be provided.
•Some reimbursements are possible for your malpractice insurance, association dues, CEUs, etc…
•At this time we do not offer medical, dental or vision benefits.

How to Apply:
•Email your resume AND cover letter via Indeed.com (only)
•No Phone Calls, No faxes (what is this, the 80′s?).
•(Please do not re-apply if you have already sent in your resume for other postings of this position)

To apply, click here.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer: We hire the most qualified candidates without regard to any person’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, military discharge status or source of income.

Ray McKinnis

I know of no more difficult occupational challenge than that facing a counselor as he or she moves from their formal education into doing counseling. A physician can learn from other physicians how to set the broken leg so that the body’s systems will mend it. Then that physician can use that skill in his or her practice. However, every counselor brings a unique personality to the counseling situation and every client responds to that personality differently from every other counselor. And you as a counselor respond to each client uniquely because of who they are! Each client-counselor relationship is unique. Its characteristics cannot be accurately predicted so that what might prove successful in treatment cannot be accurately predicted. Neither how you as a counselor will respond nor how your client will respond to cannot be known precisely until it happens. No one can teach you that—you have to learn that by paying attention to what happens in the counseling room and learning from each session with each client. You have to learn what works for you and what doesn’t.

So if you are new to counseling and feel somewhat inadequate, it means that you are accurately aware of your situation. You are required to do something no one else has ever done, that is, be a counselor with your own personality, your own skills counseling clients who respond to you in ways they respond to no one else in the world!

What to do? First, of course, watch and learn all you can from those you consider the best counselors—learn from them—their techniques, their interpretations, their theories, everything—put those into your ‘tool kit’. The more you learn from others the better counselor you can be.

Second, enter every situation you have with a client with an attitude of learning. You can learn something new from every client every session. Only in that way can you be the best counselor YOU can be. One famous psychotherapist said that any session he had with a client in which he didn’t learn something about himself was, in a sense, wasted. We are required to write notes about what happens with a client after a session. A good practice would be to also write down in a journal some notes about what happened to you and periodically review those to see how you are making progress.

Once a man who was a good cook could not figure out why his meatloaf never tasted as good as his grandmother’s. He followed her recipe exactly but every Christmas when the family gathered and she cooked her special meatloaf, it always tasted so much better. One year he decided to watch her to see what she was doing that he missed. In the kitchen she did exactly what he did. Then she put it on the plate to take it out to the table. But as she did, she said, I think it needs a little of this and a little of that. So she sprinkled a few spices on it as she carried it out to the awaiting diners.

So with counseling. You can follow this technique or that theory but real success comes from knowing who you are and what you uniquely bring to the counseling interaction that the client responds uniquely to.

And that you learn only by practicing your craft and learning what works for you.

I think that explains why it is so difficult to build up a body of work in counseling that can be passed down to future counselors—each of us is unique. That also explains why many of the amazing therapists in the past (Milton Erikson, Eric Berne, etc.) have always had a reputation of thinking ‘outside the box’ and their successes are often unique to them. This is also why I hear the phrase ‘evidence based’ with some suspicion—more as a marketing phrase.

The ‘metacommunication’ (those spices we add) that we uniquely bring into the counseling situation (usually outside our awareness) often has the greatest effect on the client helping them to change or perhaps inadvertently affirming to them that they can’t change.

There are numerous spices available. Continuously learn which ones you possess and how they affect you and your client and how to use them to the best affect. And see what happens.

Ray McKinnis is a counselor with a special interest in ‘spirituality beyond religion’ and veterans ‘beyond PTSD’