Clinical Counselor | Forest Hills Center | Friendship Village of Dublin

Position Summary

This is not your typical counseling job!

If you have a passion for working in a creative environment with older adults, then this Clinical Counseling position is for you! It is a full-time position averaging 36-40 hours per week with full-time benefits. This position will be located at Forest Hills Center (2841 E Dublin Granville Rd, Columbus, OH 43231) and Friendship Village of Dublin 6000 Riverside Dr. Dublin, OH 43017

Must be comfortable working with Memory Care Residents.

Position Responsibilities for a Counselor

• Conducts diagnostic assessments/updates, develops/revises/implements individualized treatment plans, and provides individual and/or group therapy to residents of nursing homes.
• Utilizes outcomes tools to monitor effectiveness of treatment.
• Consults and collaborates with other interdisciplinary staff as needed.
• Maintains active licensure to practice as a counselor or social worker.

Essential Skills and Behaviors for a Clinical Counselor

Demonstrates solid therapeutic and evaluating skills, strong communication skills (both written and verbal), and positive problem-solving skills. Abides by the EncompassCare and/or professional code of ethics.

Education/Experience: Requires an active state license to practice as a social worker or professional counselor in Ohio. Experience in providing counseling/therapy services to older adults preferred but not required.

The Company

EncompassCare, a provider of post-acute therapy services, clinical counseling, and ancillary nursing services, is seeking a compassionate and driven counselor with an LPC or LSW licensure to join our team.