Counseling Intern (PAID INTERNSHIP)

Axess Family Services, Inc. • Ravenna, OH

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About The Position

To provide a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic services to a varied client population. Services are provided in-home, in-office or within the community. The position is primarily responsible for the provision of direct client care services under a LPCC-S. Provides individual counseling, group counseling, family/couples counseling, and case management and support to clients engaged in outpatient treatment services with the counseling department.

Requirements

• Knowledge in the implementation of current diagnostic standards.
• Current knowledge of medical office practices and procedures.
• Ability to develop and implement treatment plans.
• Skills in crisis intervention and emergency services.
• Specialized knowledge of the substance use field.
• The ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• De-escalation skills.
• The ability to establish and maintain clinically effective relationships with clients.
• Ability to meet agency requirements for criminal background check.
• Must possess a valid Ohio driver’s license in accordance with County policy and maintain motor vehicle liability insurance.
• Ability to function as part of an organization by working with others and adhering to established policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum two (2) years of experience preferred along with knowledge of and adherence to all pertinent federal, state and local laws, standards of the Ohio Department of Mental Health, and appropriate professional ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric diagnostic assessments to determine medical necessity.
• Develop, implement, and update Individual Service Plans with the client in accordance with OAC standards and FCS policy/procedure.
• Provide psychotherapy/counseling services to clients through individual, group, and/or family methods.
• Review and update progress, and diagnoses in accordance with OAC standards and FCS policy/procedure to ensure continued provision of proper and necessary services.
• Maintain client records in accordance with OAC standards and F&CS policy/procedure.
• Achieve and maintain the Agency’s established productivity standards.
• Coordinate and communicate with other community agencies to ensure effective inter-agency cooperation.
• Maintain current knowledge of all applicable FCS policies/procedures and function according to these standards.
• Enter and maintain daily schedule into computer as required.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, in-service training, supervision, various committees as assigned including Performance Improvement, workshops, and other meetings.
• Complete all documentation, including consumer outcomes, in a legible and timely manner according to the policies of Family and Community Services and the Ohio Department of Mental Health.
• Maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and resolve work-related difficulties in a timely fashion.
• Communicate all concerns and questions regarding the program functioning and client care to the immediate supervisor.
• Comply with agency policies and procedures, COA regulations, federal and state requirements, and educational/certification/registry requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Valid State of Ohio - Counseling Trainee (CT) Licensure
• Valid Ohio driver's license

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees