Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Full Time, Day)

Job Title: Licensed Mental Health Counselor Department: Dependency Rehab Location: SLH-Elm St. Schedule: M-F

POSITION 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.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 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 plan

• Evaluates 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 process

• Perform 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

Individual Counseling

• Responsible for an individual case load including 1:1 counseling, treatment, relapse prevention, discharge planning, care coordination and referral

• Participate 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 symptoms

• Utilize crisis intervention skills and community resources to promote patient safety

• Utilize trauma-informed approaches including taking universal precautions

• Engage in ongoing professional maintenance activities to include but not limited to clinical supervision. continuing education, and counselor wellness

Group/Family Counseling and Education

• Development, execution and documentation of group therapy on assigned topics to be determined by patient need and counselor skill set

• Awareness 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 indicated

• Provide 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.

Documentation

• Documenting: 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

Clinical Supervision

• Provide clinical supervision for interns and or junior staff of the same discipline

• Act 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

• Other duties as assigned

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Individual and/or group counseling experience
• Two years of mental health experience

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's Degree in Human Services field

REQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS:

• LCSW, LMSW, LMHC, LCAT, LMFT or permit holder in one of these professions required. Limited permit or license required within 1 year of hire

EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Sedentary - Sedentary roles are primarily office-based and require prolonged sitting (67–100% of the workday) with minimal physical effort and lifting limited to under 10 lbs. Fine motor skills are necessary for computer work, writing, and telephone use, supported by clear visual and auditory ability. Cognitive and emotional demands are high due to extended concentration, frequent interruptions, independent decision-making, and information processing. Although physical exposure is low, administrative areas within healthcare environments may occasionally involve contact with infectious agents. Some roles may require flexible hours, TB screening, or a valid driver’s license.

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: $62,400.00 - $75,300.00 CITY:

Potsdam POSTAL CODE:

13676 The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, 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.