Licensed MENTAL HEALTH Counselor-Children/Adolescents

Lakes Regional Community Center

Paris, Texas

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Auto Insurance, Behavioral Health, Certified Case Manager (CCM), Child and Youth Services, Clinical Competency, Communication Skills, Community Providers, Community Support, Computer Skills, Computer-Based Training (CBT), Cross-Functional, Disability Insurance, Documentation, Driver's License, Health Insurance, Liability Insurance, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Life Insurance, Medications, Microsoft Word, Needs Assessment, Problem Solving Skills, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Psychology, Service Delivery, Social Work, Team Player, Time Management
LOCATION
Paris, Texas
POSTED
13 days ago

We are seeking a dedicated Licensed Practitioner of the Healing Arts (LPHA) to join our Child & Adolescent Services team. This role involves working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team-including prescribers, nurses, case managers, and community resource providers-to deliver high-quality, person-centered care.

Responsibilities include:

  • Complete comprehensive mental health assessments and diagnostic evaluations
  • Develop and implement individualized recovery plans
  • Provide individual, group, and family therapy using CBT and CPT techniques
  • Coordinate care with  other clinical service providers and community supports
  • Deliver crisis services during regular business hours
  • Maintain timely, accurate documentation of client progress and clinical activities
  • Analyze clinical needs and social situations, identify challenges, and propose effective interventions
  • Demonstrate cultural competence and clear communication with clients, families and team members

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

  • Master's degree or higher in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related behavioral health field (Required)

Licensure:

  • Must hold current licensure in the state of Texas as one of the following:  LPHA, LPC, LCSW, LMFT or Ph.D. (Required)
  • Will consider candidates with a license as a LPC Associate, LMFT Associate, or a LMSW under supervision for clinical licensure

Other Requirements:

  • Flexibility, creativity, and resourcefulness in clinical problem-solving
  • Ability to clearly communicate with clients, families, and interdisciplinary teams
  • Valid Texas driver's license and acceptable driving record
  • Proof of personal auto liability insurance as required by the state of Texas
  • Knowledge of DSM-V, psychotropic medications, and basic computer skills (Microsoft Word)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in a mental health setting

Salary: $67,200/annually

Employee Benefits at Full Time Include:

  • Loan Forgiveness
  • Employer-Cost Sharing of Health Insurance 
  • Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employer-Paid Term Life Insurance
  • Employer-Match Retirement Contributions (Up to 5% of Base Salary)
  • Optional Dental, Vision, Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Wellness Program
  • 12 Paid Holidays per Year
  • 2 Weeks Paid Vacation per Year with Progressively Graduating Accrual Rate
  • 2+ Weeks of Paid Sick Leave per Year

About the Company

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Lakes Regional Community Center