Behavioral Health Counselor

Job Purpose

The Behavioral Health Counselor will conduct patient assessments, implement therapeutic interventions, complete individualized treatment plans, provide patient education, and complete referrals as necessary.

Job Description

• Conduct patient screenings, biopsychosocial assessments, and diagnostic evaluations to identify needs and assign appropriate DSM/ICD diagnoses.
• Assess and address barriers to care while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to support patient access to medical and behavioral health services.
• Develop, implement, and manage individualized treatment plans, providing evidence-based therapeutic interventions and crisis support as needed.
• Coordinate referrals, case conferences, and community resources to ensure continuity of care and patient engagement in treatment.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation, confidential records, and required reports while participating in training, policy compliance, and behavioral health education initiatives.

Qualifications

• Active LCSW with Louisiana State Board of Social Work Examiners or LPC with Licensed Professional Counselors Board of Examiners is required.
• Master’s degree in social work or master’s degree in counseling is required.
• At least one (1) year of paid post-degree experience in clinical experience providing mental health and substance use disorder services is preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with evidence-based practices, including trauma informed care framework.
• Knowledge and experience with developmental disabilities and children.
• Knowledge and experience working with co-occurring disorders (mental health and substance use) is preferred.
• BLS for healthcare provider is required.