Non Certified Counselor- LSW/LPC

 

Job Type: Full Time

Pay: $55,000- $63,000

Benefits:

  • 403(b)

  • Dental insurance

  • Health insurance

  • Paid time off

  • Vision insurance

Language:

  • Bi-lingual Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location: 60% On-Site

Hamdard Healthcare reserves the right to schedule staff according to the needs of the business or clinic.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Provide an assessment of the client’s mental health and substance abuse needs to develop a service plan.

  • Provide supportive counseling and advocacy for clients suffering from co-occurring disorders, including substance abuse.

  • Provide DSM-5 diagnoses and the ability to utilize research-based treatment modalities effectively.

  • Understanding and practicing the professional ethics code of conduct and HIPAA compliance.

  • Maintain up-to-date client records and statistical data. 

  • Prepare documentation for the client’s file (intake, encounter notes, treatment plan, etc.)

  • Report counseling/case management services to the supervisor every week.

  • Refer clients to a psychiatrist for appointments as needed.

  • Provide referrals for community resources and social services programs within Hamdard’s service tracks.

  • Attend staff meetings and other Hamdard Health Alliance activities. 

  • Participate in staff training, development, and support activities. 

  • Develop and implement new processes and procedures for services provided.

  • Travel to agency locations in Chicago, Northside, and Addison Township may be required

  • Other duties as assigned that will support Hamdard’s mission.

Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in social work or counseling

  • Eligible to take LCSW/LCPC exam within 90 days of employment, a plus

  • Substance abuse experience is a plus but not required    

  • Experience providing behavioral health services to adult and/or adolescent clients.

  • Experience with MAT-based services is a plus, but not required

  • High level of comfort working within the medical model on a team of primary care providers while using a consultative style.  

  • Ability to exercise sound judgment in managing patient crises calmly, consistently, and equitably. 

  • Ability to manage a large caseload of clients presenting with complex needs within a community health setting.  

  • Bilingual a plus, but not a requirement 

  • Current Illinois license as a behavioral health professional required (LSW or LPC)

  • Excellent organizational skills are required.

  • Compliance with organizational TB, influenza, MMR, HepB, Tdap, and Varicella vaccination policies is required.

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