Counselor / Therapist - PRN

Focused on the Future of Care

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Position Type:

On-site

Job Description Summary:

Provides diagnostic and therapeutic outpatient services to adults and/or children. Plans, organizes, and provides psychotherapeutic services to clients whose level of functioning indicates they can benefit from outpatient therapy.

This is a PRN (as-needed) position intended to provide operational support and ensure continuity of care during staff absences. Coverage may be required on any weekday (Monday through Friday) during standard day shift hours, based on departmental needs.

Job Description:

Education:

• Minimum Master's in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling required, preferably in social services field.

Licensure/Certification/Registry:

• LCPC, LCSW, or LMFT licensure required

Experience:

• Two years previous experience with SMI/SED population preferred.
• Verifiable history of providing quality care to clients as indicated by references or demonstrated by internal work history.

Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Must have computer and keyboarding skills required by position.
• Must have valid IL driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance. 

Responsibilities:

Direct Clinical Services

• Develop initial comprehensive assessment data, including clients’ presenting problems, mental status, and relevant psychiatric, medical, and developmental histories, to support diagnostic decisions per DSM-5, treatment objectives, ongoing treatment plans, and appropriate referrals to community resources.
• Provide 25 hours of billable services per week to clients.
• Implement crisis and pre-crisis intervention procedures for potentially suicidal, homicidal, or severely disabled clients.
• Make appropriate referrals to consulting psychiatrists or inpatient psychiatric facilities when necessary to prevent further destabilization.
• Interview collateral contacts, previous and current treatment professionals, and significant others as needed to establish a comprehensive assessment and support ongoing treatment planning.
• Clarify priority problems, goals for change, and session limits according to agency policy to establish appropriate treatment expectations. Utilize a variety of psychotherapeutic approaches and interventions with individuals, couples, and families.
• Manage the termination process and discharge planning to support clients in maintaining treatment gains and utilizing available support services.
• Organize, plan, and participate in therapy groups for clients and/or their families as assigned.

Client Information System

• Establish and maintain appropriate professional files, including comprehensive assessments, progress notes, treatment objectives and plans, previous treatment records, and client consents for treatment and release of information.
• Complete required administrative forms and collect necessary information for billing and fee collection for community mental health and private-pay clients.
• Provide necessary client information to other agencies and healthcare providers to coordinate services.
• Prepare necessary documents and reports for DCFS as needed.

Training Activities / Professional Growth

• Collaborate with the supervisor to identify professional goals that enhance job-related skills.
• Participate in agency meetings, committees, and special projects to enhance professional expertise.
• Complete mandatory education requirements by specified deadlines.
• Participate in required staff meetings and in-service training to remain current on agency policies, administrative procedures, continuing education requirements, and professional knowledge.

Consultation / Networking

• Participate in appropriate teamwork functions, including mutual support and clarification of office responsibilities and procedures, to promote a professional work environment and effective service delivery.
• Develop cooperative relationships with families, physicians, public officials, and community agencies to support the development and delivery of mental health services.

Performance Excellence Standards

• Embody the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision, and values.
  • Safety – Prevent Harm: Put safety first and take action to ensure the safety of others.
  • Courtesy – Serve Others: Treat others with dignity and respect while maintaining a professional image and positive attitude.
  • Quality – Improve Outcomes: Continuously advance knowledge, skills, and performance while working collaboratively to achieve superior results.
  • Efficiency – Reduce Waste: Use time and resources wisely while preventing defects and delays.

Job Relationships

• Demonstrate initiative and active participation in clinical supervision.
• Communicate directly with the supervisor regarding administrative policies and program evaluation to promote a professional work environment and effective service delivery.

Other Job Responsibilities

• Maintain flexibility to accommodate evening and weekend hours.
• Perform other duties as required by agency needs.

Pay Transparency

$29.44 - $45.64

Additional compensation in the form(s) of participation in our annual incentive program are dependent on role. Pay is based on factors such as work experience, education, certification(s), training, skills, and competencies related to the role. Memorial Health also offers a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes paid time off, 401(k) match, and health/ dental/ vision insurance options. All benefits can be found at https://jobs.memorial.health/about/benefits/

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete this application or participate in the hiring process, please contact [email protected]. Requests will be handled confidentially.