Licensed Professional Counselor
Frontera Healthcare•Mason, TX
5d
About The Position
Job Summary The LPC will perform the diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional disorders, including addictive disorders; psychoeducational techniques aimed at the prevention of such disorders; consultation to individuals, couples, families, groups, and organizations; and research into more effective therapeutic treatment modalities.
Requirements
- Knowledge of Center’s policies and procedures and an ability to obtain specific knowledge of the Center’s current operational protocols
- Knowledge of medical terminology and appropriate use of approved abbreviations
- Ability to document, with clarity, all information relevant to a patient’s needs
- Ability to effectively present mental health issues in small group, to patients, Center staff, and the general public
- Ability to demonstrate use of electronic communication devices, including but not limited to computers, fax machines, telephones and copiers while maintaining HIPPA compliance.
- Master’s or Doctorate Degree and is licensed under the State of Texas
- One (1) year of practice experience as a LPC, performing diagnosis and treatment of mental illness
- Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Healthcare Professionals Certification
Nice To Haves
- Spanish speaking and writing.
Responsibilities
- Provides clinical services.
- Maintains clinical expertise and competency (to include age specific competency) as well as demonstrates thorough knowledge of procedures to deliver quality behavioral health care.
- Provides direct patient care in scheduled clinic sessions, at each assigned clinic, including extended hours.
- Examines, diagnoses, treats and/or refers patients to specialty care services, as needed.
- Provides continuity of care to clinic patients on his or her patient panel and other patients as assigned.
- Maintains a behavioral health record for each patient seen in accordance with the Center’s established Health Information Management policies and procedures to include providing appropriate and legible documentation.
- Ensures that patient receives psychoeducation regarding diagnosis and the plan of care.
- Provider will be familiar with PCMH Standards and work as a part of the Medical team to perform Patient Centered Care.
- Maintains professional courtesy at all times.
