Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (or Social Worker)

Douglas County Health Department•Tuscola, IL

3d•$60,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (or Social Worker) meets with clients to assess their mental health status and develop therapy plans to address their needs. Clients may present with substance abuse issues, depression, anxiety, or eating disorders. The role involves regular counseling sessions, providing clients with tools to address their issues, and referring them to other healthcare providers when appropriate. Clinical experience with a variety of patients and conditions is required. This position is grant funded through the School Based Health Center, supported by competitive Illinois Department of Public Health grant funding. The center provides affordable, accessible services to students in Douglas County school districts and their household members, including mental health support and individual counseling, alongside other health services. The position reports to the lead LCPC. The work is performed in a typical office setting with minimal noise. DCHD is a smoke-free and drug-free workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Requirements

State counseling license.
Clinical experience.
Master’s degree in counseling-related courses.
Strong critical-thinking, communication, and listening skills.
Ability to use telehealth platforms effectively.
Regular, predictable attendance.
Excellent verbal and written communication.
Commitment to delivering culturally congruent treatment.
Strong community orientation.
Empathic, sensitive, and driven to foster healing.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in numerous local languages.
Experience in school-age therapy practices, including play therapy.

Responsibilities

Meet with patients to determine their status.
Develop a course of therapy for treatment.
Meet with patients regularly and provide them with tools to overcome their issues.
Refer patients to other healthcare providers, such as psychiatrists.
Perform other duties as assigned.