Counselor Adult Outpatient Co-Located At The Department Of Health

Salary: $73,000/year Do you envision working for a dynamic, mission-driven organization which supports the community while fostering an employee culture of appreciation and fun? If your answer is yes, than an employment opportunity at Directions for Living may be a great fit for you! We offer an excellent salary and benefits package to include employer paid health insurance premiums for all full time employees, PTO and paid company holidays, 403b retirement, EAP, and year-round employee wellness and appreciation initiatives.
Position Summary: We are seeking caring, compassionate, mission driven Counselors to provide therapy to adults, Work involves the application of psychotherapeutic theories and practices. . Counselor will provide services via referrals received from the Department of Health. Position is co-located at Department of Health locations.
EDUCATION EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS: Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work or related field required. LMHC, LCSW, LMFT preferred. Knowledge of DSM-IV and ICD-9 diagnostic codes preferred. Basic knowledge of psychotropic medications. Must have sufficient clinical knowledge to provide clinical intervention with adults and children who manifest a range of psychopathology, utilizing various treatment approaches including individual, family play, and group therapy, individual psychopathology and normal childhood development. Must have a willingness to learn approaches with which staff are less familiar as required. Must acquire knowledge of community resources. Directions for Living is an essential services provider. A ll Directions for Living employees must be willing and able to provide vital support and essential services to the people that we serve in the event of an emergency, pandemic or other disaster situation. EOE/ADA/DFW
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