Mental Health Counselor/Therapist

Siloam Springs School District•Siloam Springs, AR

About The Position

A school district employed mental health counselor is responsible for providing counseling, therapeutic services, and support services to a diverse caseload of students who may experience mental health issues, behavioral challenges, or traumatic experiences. Work collaboratively with school-based counseling services, or other outside agencies for the benefit of the district’s students.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, School Counseling, or related field.
Valid state license, in one or more of the following: School Counseling (Must hold proper certification through the Arkansas Department of Education), Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to work as a collaborative team member
Ability to communicate with compassion and empathy
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Superb organizational skills with attention to detail
Highly effective organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Three years’ experience providing mental health services for children and youth to adulthood.
Current Arkansas Medicaid provider number, or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

Establish positive, trusting rapport with clients, families, and school staff.
Assess clients mental condition based on review of client information, interviews, observation, and evaluation, as well as in crisis and determine collaboration with other staff members or outside agencies.
Create individualized plans according to patient needs and circumstances.
Meet regularly with clients to provide counseling treatment.
Conduct ongoing assessments and evaluations of client progress both inside and outside of the classroom and adjust plans as necessary.
Involve, collaborate, and advise family members when appropriate.
Serve as a client advocate to coordinate required services, or to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.
Follow all safety protocols and maintain client confidentiality.
Collaborate with other stakeholders to provide support for students and staff in various learning environments throughout the school district.
Promote the district’s vision and mission.
Keep an accurate record of all counseling and guidance activities.
Analyze data to determine program effectiveness and identify program needs.
Protect the confidentiality of student records and information in accordance with state laws and Board policies.