Licensed Clinical Counselor – School Based Full Time

Epworth Children's Home•Columbia, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide individual, group, and family counseling services to clients and significant others exhibiting symptoms of mental illness related to grief, loss, trauma, and/or at-risk behaviors. Collaborate with school administration and staff to support referrals and follow up on ECC school-based clients. In addition, provide intake assessment, case management, referral, and intervention services as needed.

Requirements

Master's degree in a Human Services Field required.
Proficient written and oral communication skills required.
LPC, LMFT, LISW-CP or LPC-A, LMSW, LMFT-A and under supervision required (a certification in school counseling does not meet this qualification)
Must be able to pass standard background checking, including drug screen, employment physical, SLED, DSS Central Registry, and Sex Offenders Registry.
Has a belief system and engages win faith practices that are compatible with those of the United Methodist Church.
Must have an understanding of children, adolescents, adults and family treatment as well as the ability to deliver evidence-based practice with fidelity.

Nice To Haves

At least one-year of counseling experience is preferred
Prior work experience with Medicaid clients preferred

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain a sustainable caseload of school based and office-based clients as assigned
Must conduct a minimum of ten (25) sessions per week
Maintain the confidentiality of all client records and information
Able to maintain client retention
Develop service plans and conduct reviews as needed throughout the duration of treatment
Coordinate service delivery for school based ECC clients
Complete initial intake / diagnostic assessments with corresponding diagnostics impressions that demonstrate medical necessity of services
Complete appropriate assessments across service duration
Conduct counseling sessions that align with treatment goals
Follow up with clients after no shows, cancellations, or rescheduled appointments
Track and communicate referral updates between school administration and the ECC.
Support special education classes through observation, education, and input on behavior management interventions.
Attend school meetings as directed to support clients' educational needs
Maintain treatment files and other records in accordance with agency policies

Benefits

Rewarding Client Focused work environment
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
Company paid life insurance
Voluntary benefits such as STD, LTD, Group life
403(b) with company match
Ample vacation and sick leave
Mission/Volunteer leave
Credit Union
Employee Assistance Program
Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
Career opportunities throughout the state of SC!
Free supervision towards full licensure with South Carolina for an LPC-A or LMSW.