LICENSED MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR - SCHOOL AGE BASED

Humboldt County Memorial Hospital•Humboldt, IA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Humboldt County Memorial Hospital is seeking a Full-time LMHC or LISW in our Mental Health Department. Position hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. The ideal candidate will be an individual with high ethical standards and a passion for helping those who struggle with life difficulties including mental health, substances use, marital difficulties and other situations.

Requirements

An advanced degree in one of the fields of psychology, counseling and guidance, mental health, psychiatric nursing, or social work is required.
LISW, LMHC or LMFT (Required)
Must be eligible to gain an Iowa license if practicing in a field covered by state licensure law. Shall maintain a current Iowa license as required by licensing standards.
Must have knowledge of the principles of human growth and behavior, complex physiological and psychological problems, and related treatment practice and therapies.
Must pass a required background check, which includes Child and Dependent Adult Abuse, criminal record, and driving record checks.
Be a licensed driver with a reliable vehicle and automobile insurance.

Nice To Haves

At least two (2) years of experience providing therapy in a human service setting or with people experiencing mental health problems is preferred.
Minimum of one (1) year of mental health services in a human service setting or with people experiencing mental health problems is preferred.
Experience proving mental health therapy to children and adolescents is preferred.
Experience working in a school-based, outpatient or community mental health setting is preferred.
Knowledge of child and adolescent development, mental health diagnoses, behavioral concerns, trauma-informed care and evidence-based treatment approaches.
Ability to work independently while maintaining effective communication and collaboration with clinical and school-based teams.

Responsibilities

Participate in professional assessments, social histories, evaluation, diagnosis, and recommend appropriate treatment and implementation.
Practice from a trauma informed, holistic perspective and assess for client strengths and resiliency
Assess risk and safety and work with the client and/or their team to minimize these risks
Identify environmental factors that impact families and link them to community resources
Empower, engage, and build relationships with clients and/or families
Be able to intervene effectively in stressful and crisis situations
Provides individual, group and/or family therapy
Develops an annual comprehensive psychosocial assessment
Provides crisis intervention consultation when applicable
Able to work independently and as a positive member of a team
Knowledge of completing documentation not limited to: treatment plans, assessments and service authorizations
Computer literacy, including knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Access) and familiarity with the internet and email communications
Other duties as assigned