Mental Health Counselor - Kissimmee, United States - Carrousel Therapy Center Corporation

Description

JOB POSITION DESCRIPTION

EMPLOYEE

POSITION
Mental Health Counselor


REPORTS TO
Supervisor


POSITION PURPOSE

Mental Health Counseling is to work with individuals, families, and groups to address and treat mental and emotional disorders and to promote mental health.

They are trained in a variety of therapeutic techniques used to address issues such as depression, anxiety, addiction and substance abuse, suicidal impulses, stress, trauma, low self-esteem, and grief.

They also help with job and career concerns, educational decisions, mental and emotional health issues, and relationship problems. In addition, they may be involved in community outreach, advocacy, and mediation activities.

Mental health counselors often work closely with other mental health specialists, such as psychiatrists, psychologists, clinical social workers, psychiatric nurses, and school counselors.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION
A master's degree from an accredited university or college with a major in counseling, social work, psychology.


EXPERIENCE

Previous mental health experience providing counseling in the areas of substance abuse, domestic violence, sexual trauma, disruptive behaviors, attachment issues, anger management etc.

, as well as parenting skills


KNOWLEDGE AND TRAINING REQUIRED AT TIME OF HIRE

• Have knowledge of available resources in the service area for children with serious emotional disturbances.
• Is knowledgeable of and comply with state and federal statutes, rules and policies that affect the target population.
• Effective time management skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Good communication skills
• Effective administration skills
• Understanding of cultural diversity
• Ability to travel
• Effective problemsolving skills
• Accurate assessment skills

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION
be licensed or obtain registered intern status with the State of Florida


SERVED COMMUNITY
Children & Adults


SECURITY MEASURERS AND CLEARANCE
None


EMPLOYEE CLASSIFICATION
Non-Exempt (unless employed as an Independent Contractor)


WORKPLACE ENVIRONMENT

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Position requires work in temperature controlled environment; 60 -70% of the time spent indoors.


MACHINES/EQUIPMENT USED

• Computer/Tablet PC
• Telephone System
• Calculator
• Patient Management System
• Fax/Copy Machine
• Elevator (if applicable)

PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS

Physical Tasks:
Walking, Standing. Seating, Reading, Typing & Driving


Mental Demands:
High Mental Stress


JOB CATEGORY STANDARD PRECAUTIONS
Category III - Routine tasks involve no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues.


PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
None


POTENTIAL WORKPLACE HAZARDS
Normal Workplace Hazards


POTENTIAL WORKPLACE VIOLENCE
Low Level Risk


SPECIFIC AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY TO POSITION
Facilitates individual therapy sessions for children and adults

Administers and interprets trauma assessment instruments for child and adolescent victims.


Develops treatment plans:
b. Trauma focused therapeutic groups for children and adolescents.

c. Play therapy for children ages 3 to 12, as appropriate.

d. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for parents and children, when appropriate.

e. Family therapy sessions.

• Participates in regular multidisciplinary team meetings at CBHS
• Makes appropriate referrals for victims and families psychological and psychosocial needs prior to the termination of treatment.
• Maintains service records and statistics.
• Participates in clinical supervision at least monthly with Senior Full-Time Therapist,.
• Consult with Licensed Psychologist or Psychiatrist when necessary and appropriate.

Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time, Contract


Pay:
$ $45.00 per hour


Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics
• Home Health
• Psychiatry

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• Inperson

Education:

• Master's (preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (preferred)
• English (preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Kissimmee, FL 34741: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
In person