LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LMSW, PLPC, CSW, RSW, MHS

Job Type

Full-time (40 hrs.) & Part-time (12 – 33 hrs) are available

Salary

Negotiable depending on experience.

Qualifications

Master’s and/or Bachelor's degree in counseling, psychology, social work or sociology. Additional Degree for Bachelor level positions: Rehabilitation services, special education, early childhood education, secondary education, family and consumer sciences, criminal justice, and human growth and development.

At least 1-2 years experience in a mental health setting.

As evidenced by previous work experience, academic background, and in-service or other training, the MHP shall demonstrate a working knowledge of: the normal processes of child and adolescent development; dysfunctional families and family systems counseling; mental and nervous conditions of childhood, adolescence, and adulthood: and community resources

Ability to pass a criminal background check.

Maintain a current driver’s license and maintain current insurance.

Job Environment

The Mental Health Specialist typically works in the community, but may use telehealth services as advised by the Louisiana Department of Health.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct counseling and support services in-person or through telehealth, with dignity and respect, to improve mental health and community wellness. Conduct psycho-educational, supportive crisis counseling, Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) and Community Psychiatric Support and Treatment (CPST) in the residence or community.
• Observe and monitor clients' medication compliance.
• MHP/S must maintain comprehensive and timely clinical documentation, including progress notes, that align with best practices and quality standards outlined in the treatment plan. Provide on-call crisis management specific duties including, but not limited to, crisis planning, crisis intervention, and support.
• Provide case management services and referrals to community agencies for clients and families. Attend mandatory staff meetings and trainings.
• Please make sure that you maintain the utmost level of confidentiality, privacy, and security.
• Ensure compliance with CARF, HIPAA, and NB policies as outlined in the agency's manual. The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Internship

Pay: $22.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• Office
• Outpatient
• Telehealth

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road