Pediatric Mental Health Counselor at Carolina Health Centers, Inc.

Greenwood, South Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical counseling, Psychological assessment, Diagnosis, Treatment planning, Individual therapy, Family therapy, CBT, DBT, Motivational interviewing, Interdisciplinary collaboration, Crisis intervention, Documentation, Behavioral health, Pediatric care

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

Description Carolina Health Centers, Inc. is looking for a Mental Health Counselor (MHC) to grow their Behavioral Health Department and join their pediatric primary care team. Carolina Health Centers, Inc. is a decorated patient-centered medical home that serves children and families throughout the Lakelands area. The MHC will provide ongoing clinical counseling as an integral member of a multidisciplinary care team at The Children’s Center in Greenwood, South Carolina. Duties & Responsibilities: Utilize clinical skills to accurately assess and formulate diagnosis as well as treatment recommendations for patients Develop specific treatment plan to guide patient’s services Provide individual or family therapy, as clinically indicated Respond to the mental health needs of children, youth, and adults Communicate effectively with an interdisciplinary care team Provide treatment utilizing evidenced-based modalities (CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, etc.) Communicate patient updates in a clear, concise manner Collaborate with referring medical provider to support patient’s overall health goals Coordinate patient care with community partners Document patient encounters in a timely and efficient manner Participate in department meetings, as scheduled Complete administrative tasks in a timely manner Requirements Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree and full professional license in the state of South Carolina LMSW, LISW-CP, LPCA, LPC, LPCS, LMFT Mental Health Counselor will: Conduct screenings and assessments with our patient population Provide skilled ongoing therapy for pediatric patients (ages 5-21) Assist the primary care provider in recognizing, treating, and managing behavioral health issues Utilize evidence-based interventions Clarify mental health diagnoses, when needed Collaborate with other medical professionals in a fast-paced work environment Connect patients with additional resources, as needed Provide same-day warm handoffs as well as real-time consultation, when possible

Responsibilities

The Mental Health Counselor will provide clinical counseling and therapy to pediatric patients as part of a multidisciplinary care team. They are responsible for conducting assessments, formulating diagnoses, and developing evidence-based treatment plans to support patient health goals.