Behavioral Health Counselor

Lakeland Behavioral Health System•Springfield, MO

21h•$46,000 - $58,000

About The Position

Lakeland Behavioral Health is looking for a caring and energetic Behavioral Health Counselor to join our supportive, mission-driven team. Whether you’re a licensed professional or working toward licensure, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day. In this role, you’ll provide individual and group counseling to patients facing mental health challenges, trauma, substance use, and emotional or behavioral concerns. You’ll work closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver personalized care in a safe, encouraging environment that supports healing and growth. If you’re passionate about helping others, value teamwork, and want to grow your career in behavioral health, we’d love to meet you. Licensed and unlicensed candidates encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in social or health services field required and Six or more years' experience in counseling field required; OR
Bachelor's degree in other field required and Eight or more years’ experience in the counseling field; OR
Master's degree in social or health services field required and Four or more years' experience in the counseling field required. Degree must be from an accredited college or university.
Licensure or certification for counseling, as required by the state in which the facility operates.
CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
First aid may be required based on state or facility.
Completion of ongoing education and training, as required by the state in which the facility operates and applicable accrediting body.

Responsibilities

Conduct individual counseling sessions and group or family sessions as scheduled and document as required.
Evaluate the needs of patient and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed.
Facilitate assigned group or family sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors.
Responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessment for patient.
Prepare individual treatment plans for each assigned patient.
Provide counseling services to families of patient.
Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents are completed timely and in a clear concise manner.
Act as a liaison between referral sources and patient.
Provide crisis intervention to patient, as needed.
Plan for aftercare for assigned patient.
Act as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested.
Provide case management duties for patient, ensuring individualized quality care.
May assist in the training of new clinical staff and interns.
May coordinate the activities of other clinical and direct patient care personnel, providing direction and clinical guidance.
Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.