Mental Health Counselor

COMMUNITY SENIOR SERVICES INC•Jacksonville, FL

3d•$0 - $47,500•Onsite

About The Position

This position will provide in-home mental health assessment and counseling to address the symptoms arising from the stresses of the aging process and the functional limitations of that process. This service includes the development of appropriate personal support networks, exploration of possible alternative behavior patterns, therapeutic social skills, and identification of optimal interpersonal functioning. Counseling services include a treatment plan developed by the client and clinical social worker and in-home counseling sessions to resolve the presenting problems.

Requirements

Masters degree in social work, mental health counseling or marriage & family therapy
Experience working with the geriatric population or in a mental health clinical setting
Strong written and oral communication skills
Computer skills with all Windows Applications helpful; word processing, spreadsheet accounting and database and power-point programming experience
Successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, including a level II background check and drug screen
Must have transportation and be able to travel throughout community
Valid driver’s license and auto insurance
Driver's License (Required)

Nice To Haves

Computer skills with all Windows Applications helpful; word processing, spreadsheet accounting and database and power-point programming experience

Responsibilities

Contact individuals or caregivers referred for assessment or counseling in order to obtain information regarding the individual’s need for mental health services.
Obtain authorization to visit individuals in order to complete assessments.
Provide in-home mental health assessments, mental health counseling and develop treatment plans.
Monitoring service delivery and providing crisis intervention.
Complete assessments, documentation, and billing for each service provided in a punctual manner.
Travel to visit clients in Duval, Clay, Nassau, and possibly Volusia County.
Develop a treatment plan that establishes the client’s goals for counseling.
May provide assessed individuals with referrals to appropriate services as indicated by assessment.
May coordinate with other agencies individuals in obtaining services needed and desired by referred individuals.
Research, assemble, and summarize information from files and documentation in order to track outcomes and improve services provided through Mental Wellness Programs.
Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.