Counselor
Core
Provides psychotherapeutic treatment, supportive counseling, and advocacy to patients and families within a treatment team.
Role type
Clinical counselor (mental health)
Builds
Treatment plans and rehabilitation activities for patients
Domain
Healthcare / Mental Health
Required skills
Psychotherapy, psychosocial assessment, treatment planning, group therapy, family therapy, referral and advocacy, clinical documentation
Preferred skills
Social Work permit, National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) certification, prior mental health experience
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Provide direct one-on-one psychotherapy services; determine patient developmental age and assist in treatment plan development; assess psychosocial needs and high-risk indicators; provide group and family therapy; act as liaison to community agencies; record and chart patient contacts; participate in physical restraint if needed on inpatient units.
Seniority
Individual Contributor (IC), entry-to-mid level