BH Mental Health Counselor II (Master's Degree Required)

Volunteers of America North Louisiana•Mansfield, LA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Volunteers of America North Louisiana is a faith-based, nonprofit organization dedicated to providing opportunity, promoting dignity, and inspiring change through personalized housing, health, and human services. We serve children and families, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and senior adults. Founded in 1896, our agency has grown to operate 40 programs addressing pressing community issues. We seek energetic, compassionate, self-motivated, and dynamic professionals to join our team and make a difference. We offer a collaborative culture with challenging, stimulating, and rewarding opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Requirements

Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work required.
Must pass a background check, drug screen, and take a TB test.

Nice To Haves

Provisionally licensed in the State of Louisiana.
Provisional licensure preferred.
Compassion and passion for mental health.
Strong organizational skills.
Computer / Tech Savvy.
Independent.
Team Player.
Creative.
Energetic.
Openness to learn.

Responsibilities

Conduct face-to-face interviews with recipients and their families.
Provide individual and family supportive counseling.
Provide crisis intervention and crisis de-escalation support.
Provide educational and skills-building interventions to improve client/family functioning.
Willing to provide interventions in the client's home and/or community.
Conduct and gather information for a psycho-social assessment.
Accurately and efficiently document client interactions.
Maintain effective collaborative relationships with other service agencies/programs in the community.
Provide referral and linkage to community supports as needed and appropriate.
Able to independently work and schedule counseling sessions and interventions.
Meet or exceed established key performance indicator goals.
Collaborate and consult with clinical supervisor frequently for professional growth and development.
Attend staff meetings and trainings required by your program.