Behavioral Health Counselor (LMHC)- Shell Rock 1.0 FTE

Waverly Health Center•Waverly, IA

27d•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides mental health assessments and counseling to patients and families for the Behavioral Health Services department. The role involves outpatient counseling and the application of evidence-based mental health interventions. The counselor will document services for billing, complete comprehensive social histories, and develop clinical assessment and treatment plans. Collaboration with psychiatrists and serving as a resource to staff for social services and mental health issues are key aspects of the role. The position also includes participation in in-services, continuing education, and relevant meetings.

Requirements

Must possess a master’s degree in mental health counseling and be currently licensed to practice as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Iowa.
Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
Ability to learn and navigate computer systems including the online training modules, the employee timesheet and the performance appraisal system. Job specific systems are also required.
Must possess the ability to work independently and organize time and tasks.
Must be able to read, speak, and write fluent English.

Nice To Haves

Previous mental health counseling experience in an acute or outpatient setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides outpatient counseling and evidence based mental health counseling interventions for the Waverly Health Center Behavioral Health Services.
Documents services in eClinical Works for billing submission in compliance with standards as provided by the Clinic Business office.
Completes comprehensive social histories including patient’s mental health status, preexisting health, mental health and substance abuse problems, strengths and deficits, social role functioning, employment status, relevant cultural and religious factors, social, behavioral, environmental, and financial issues to develop a clinical assessment and treatment plan consistent with the scope of practice of a Licensed Independent Social Worker as defined by the Iowa Social Work Licensure Act.
Collaborates with psychiatrist in caring for Behavioral health patients, providing assistance and support as needed.
Serves as a resource to the staff, providing guidance and direction for social services and mental health related issues and facilitates Critical Incident Stress Debriefing services as needed.
Participates in and presents in-services and continuing education activities as appropriate.
Participates at meetings and committees as assigned by manager and additionally meetings sponsored by agencies or groups of agencies to increase knowledge of resources and community networking.