Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Company: Merakey
Location: Alexandria
Posted on: February 19, 2021

Job Description:

Merakey is currently seeking a Licensed Mental Health Counselor to join our Adult Behavioral Health Division in our Alexandria, LA location.
POSITION DETAILS

• Provide individual and group therapy, choosing applicable modalities according to individual needs and treatment plan.
• Provide mini treatment team leadership.
• Develops treatment plans.
• Provide recovery based, person centered services.
• Develop comprehensive goal plans in conjunction with individuals and family members.
• Monitor record-keeping ensure that client charts are up-to-date and include all necessary documentation.
• Ensure timeliness and quality of treatment plans and develop progress notes.
• Coordinate resources and information pertinent to client needs.
• Develop, write, implement, evaluate and revise, as necessary, individual's treatment plans in collaboration with the Treatment Team.
  --- POSITION REQUIREMENTS
  • Master's degree in Human Services related field, such as Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling; AND
  • 1 year of PAID clinical experience, post Master's required.
  • LPC or LCSW fully licensed
  • Prefer candidates with experience working with chronically mentally ill adults and/or dual diagnosis population.
  • Must have appropriate state and federal clearances.
  • Must hold valid driver's license and have access to an automobile during working hours.LPC/LCSW license required at the time of hire. ABOUT MERAKEY'S BEHAVIORAL HEALTH DIVISIONMerakey offers a continuum of care in behavioral health (includes mental health and addictive diseases), integrating services in both community and site-based settings. These services provide a wide range of recovery focused treatment, services, and supports for children and adults.Site/Clinic Based Services
    • The Center for Hope
    • Outpatient
    • Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
    • Parents and Children Together (PACT)
    • Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)
    • Psychiatric/Socialization Rehabilitation for Hope
    • Residential Services for Children and AdultsCommunity Based Services
      • Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) and Forensic Assertive Community Treatment (FACT)
      • Behavioral Health Rehabilitation Services (BHRS)
      • Case Management / Recovery Coaching
      • Community Health Liaison (CHL)
      • Community and School Based Behavioral Health (CSBBH)
      • Crisis Intervention
      • Substance Use Disorder Services
      • Dual Diagnosis Treatment Team (DDTT)
      • Family Based Mental Health Services
      • Therapeutic Family Care
      • Foster Care Plus
      • Peer Support
      • Student Assistance Program (SAP)
      • Supported Employment
      • Supports for Permanency (SFP)For more information on each individual service, please visit: ABOUT MERAKEYMerakey is a leading developmental, behavioral health and education provider offering a breadth of integrated services to individuals and communities across the country. We leverage our size and expertise to develop innovative solutions and new models of care to meet the needs of individuals, their families, public and private healthcare funders and community partner organizations. We recognize that complex needs require a holistic approach. With our experience, expertise and compassion, we empower everyone within our communities to reach their fullest potential. With a rich tradition spanning 50 years with nearly 10,000 employees, Merakey provides care to over 40,000 adults and children throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Maryland, Delaware, Louisiana, Michigan, Texas, California, and Tennessee. Merakey is an Equal Opportunity Employer! APPLY TODAY In addition to completing your application, please feel free to email your resume directly to our recruiter at

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