Mental Health Counselor, Clinton, SC (LPC, LPC-A, LMFT, LMFT-A, LCSW, LISW)
Clinton, UT - USA
Job Summary
Position Overview
The Mental Health Counselor I provides in-home virtual or in-office counseling to individuals and families using a strength-based attachment-focused approach. You will assess and develop treatment plans to improve individual and family functioning while maintaining 20 hours of direct client care each week. This role requires a high degree of independence professionalism and self-motivation.
Core Responsibilities
Assess and Treat: Conduct assessments diagnose individuals and develop treatment plans under supervisor guidance.
Provide Therapy: Deliver in-person and telehealth therapy focused on improving individual and family well-being through skill-building and supportive interventions.
Client Care: Maintain 20 direct client care hours weekly while balancing documentation and administrative responsibilities.
Crisis Management: Provide responsive compassionate support during crises as needed.
Documentation: Complete all session notes assessments and treatment plans accurately and on time.
Community Engagement: Build and maintain referral networks and collaborate with community partners to support client needs.
Collaboration: Participate in team meetings case consultations and support fellow staff members.
Confidentiality: Uphold HIPAA standards and Thornwells commitment to ethical and confidential care.
Working Conditions
Location: Office-based at Thornwells main campus in Clinton SC with regular community-based client sessions.
Schedule: Standard hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM with flexibility to adjust scheduling based on client and family needs.
Travel: Occasional overnight travel for organizational meetings or trainings may be required.
Technology: Organization provides technology including computers secure video conferencing and electronic record systems.
Qualifications
Education: Masters degree in social work Counseling or a related behavioral health field.
Licensure: Must have or be actively working toward an independent clinical license (LPC LPC-A LMFT LMFT-A LCSW LISW)
The Mental Health Counselor I provides in-home virtual or in-office counseling to individuals and families using a strength-based attachment-focused approach. You will assess and develop treatment plans to improve individual and family functioning while maintaining 20 hours of direct client care each week. This role requires a high degree of independence professionalism and self-motivation.
Core Responsibilities
Assess and Treat: Conduct assessments diagnose individuals and develop treatment plans under supervisor guidance.
Provide Therapy: Deliver in-person and telehealth therapy focused on improving individual and family well-being through skill-building and supportive interventions.
Client Care: Maintain 20 direct client care hours weekly while balancing documentation and administrative responsibilities.
Crisis Management: Provide responsive compassionate support during crises as needed.
Documentation: Complete all session notes assessments and treatment plans accurately and on time.
Community Engagement: Build and maintain referral networks and collaborate with community partners to support client needs.
Collaboration: Participate in team meetings case consultations and support fellow staff members.
Confidentiality: Uphold HIPAA standards and Thornwells commitment to ethical and confidential care.
Working Conditions
Location: Office-based at Thornwells main campus in Clinton SC with regular community-based client sessions.
Schedule: Standard hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM with flexibility to adjust scheduling based on client and family needs.
Travel: Occasional overnight travel for organizational meetings or trainings may be required.
Technology: Organization provides technology including computers secure video conferencing and electronic record systems.
Qualifications
Education: Masters degree in social work Counseling or a related behavioral health field.
Licensure: Must have or be actively working toward an independent clinical license (LPC LPC-A LMFT LMFT-A LCSW LISW)
Experience: Prior experience working with youth families and/or trauma-informed care preferred.
Skills: Strong organizational skills time management and ability to work independently while maintaining collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.
Drivers License: Valid state drivers license and proof of automobile insurance required.
Benefits
Affordable medical dental and vision insurance with coverage options paid in part by the organization.
Continuing Education (CEU) allowances and professional development support.
Material and resource allowances to support therapeutic work.
Mileage reimbursement for travel.
Supportive family-oriented workplace culture that values staff well-being collaboration and growth.
Skills: Strong organizational skills time management and ability to work independently while maintaining collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.
Drivers License: Valid state drivers license and proof of automobile insurance required.
Benefits
Affordable medical dental and vision insurance with coverage options paid in part by the organization.
Continuing Education (CEU) allowances and professional development support.
Material and resource allowances to support therapeutic work.
Mileage reimbursement for travel.
Supportive family-oriented workplace culture that values staff well-being collaboration and growth.
Our Vision:
Thornwells vision is tosee hopeful healthy and empowered children and families fulfilling their God-given potential.
Our Mission:
As a Christian ministryour mission is to provide safe and nurturing environments where we educate equip and support children and families to thrive.
As a Christian-based organization Thornwell seeks candidates who align with its mission and values showing compassion integrity and commitment to serving children and families in need.