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Headway 4.0
Counselor internship job in Franklinton, LA
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Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
Wage: Between $120-$131 an hour
Licensed Mental Health Counselor - Are you ready to launch or expand your private practice? Headway is here to help you start accepting insurance with ease, increase your earnings with higher rates, and start taking covered clients sooner. It's all on one free-to-use platform, no commitment required.
About you
● You're a fully-licensed Mental Health Counselor at a Master's level or above with LMHC, LPCMH, or LIMHP licensure (accepted on a state by state basis), a valid NPI number, and malpractice insurance.
● You're ready to launch a private practice, or grow your existing business by taking insurance.
About Headway
Your expertise changes lives. Taking insurance makes it accessible to those who need it most. Every mental health provider who goes in-network with Headway supports people who'd otherwise be forced to choose between paying out of pocket, or not getting care at all. We make that process seamless - empowering you to accept insurance with ease, so you can do what you do best. So far, we've helped over 50,000 providers grow their practices, reaching countless people in need.
How Headway supports providers
- Start taking insurance, stress-free: Get credentialed for free in multiple states in as little as 30 days and start seeing covered clients sooner.
- Built-in compliance: Stay compliant from day one with audit support and ongoing resources.
- Expansive coverage: Work with the plans that most clients use, including Medicare Advantage and Medicaid.
- Increase your earnings: Secure higher rates with top insurance plans through access to our nationwide insurance network.
- Dependable payments: Build stability in your practice with predictable bi-weekly payments you can count on.
- Built-in EHR features: Manage your practice in one place with real-time scheduling, secure client messaging, end-to-end documentation templates, built-in assessments, and more.
- Free continuing education: Nurture your long-term professional goals and earn CEUs with complimentary courses on Headway Academy.
How Headway supports your clients
● Increased access: Headway makes it easier for your clients to get the care they need at a price they can afford through insurance.
● Instant verification: Clients can easily check their insurance status and get the care they need without disruption.
Please note: At this time, Headway can't support mental health professionals that aren't fully licensed. If your application was rejected for incomplete licensure, you're welcome to reapply once you have a valid license.
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$41k-60k yearly est. 7d ago
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Care Specialist
Upward Health
Counselor internship job in New Orleans, LA
Upward Health is an in-home, multidisciplinary medical group providing 24/7 whole-person care. Our clinical team treats physical, behavioral, and social health needs when and where a patient needs help. Everyone on our team from our doctors,nurses, and Care Specialists to our HR, Technology, and Business Services staff are driven by a desire to improve the lives of our patients. We are able to treat a wide range of needs - everything from addressing poorly controlled blood sugar to combatting anxiety to accessing medically tailored meals - because we know that health requires care for the whole person. It's no wonder 98% of patients report being fully satisfied with Upward Health!
Job Title & Role Description:
The Care Specialist is a key member of the team responsible for delivering chronic care management to high-complexity patients. The Care Specialist primarily works in patients' homes and communities (90% of the time) and engages in virtual care (10% of the time). This role involves direct outreach to patients, guiding them through the enrollment process, facilitating virtual appointments with providers, and ensuring that patients adhere to care plans. By building relationships, coordinating care, and providing education, the Care Specialist plays a critical role in promoting health, preventing unnecessary hospitalizations, and improving patient outcomes.
Skills Required:
Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience (e.g., Community Health Worker, Peer Support Specialist, Medical Assistant, etc.).
High school diploma or GED required.
A valid driver's license, auto liability insurance, and reliable transportation to travel within the assigned territory.
Experience in chronic care management or working with chronically ill/elderly patients.
Technologically proficient with basic computer skills (typing, using EMR systems).
Experience with motivational interviewing, trauma-informed care, and care coordination.
Strong interpersonal communication skills with the ability to engage patients and team members effectively.
Ability to prioritize tasks, manage schedules, and work independently in an unstructured environment.
Multi-lingual skills are a plus but not required.
Prior home care experience is beneficial.
Key Behaviors:
Adaptability & Resilience:
Ability to thrive in unstructured environments and pivot as needed to meet patient needs. Demonstrates perseverance in challenging situations.
Self-Starter & Motivation:
Proactively takes initiative in managing patient care and outreach. Willingness to learn and adapt to new processes and systems.
Empathy & Compassion:
Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds and understand their complex needs. Skilled in building rapport through motivational interviewing and other patient-centered communication techniques.
Accountability & Integrity:
Demonstrates personal responsibility and takes ownership of tasks, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in all activities.
Cultural Competence:
Awareness of community dynamics and diversity, ensuring culturally sensitive and inclusive care.
Team Collaboration:
Works collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to meet patient and organizational goals.
Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking:
Strong critical thinking skills to assess patient needs, analyze data, and develop appropriate care strategies.
Communication Skills:
Excellent verbal and written communication, capable of explaining complex medical information to patients in a clear and supportive manner.
Competencies:
Care Coordination:
Ability to engage patients in a comprehensive care plan, facilitating communication between patients, providers, and family members to ensure timely, effective care.
Health Education:
Effectively educates patients about their medical conditions, care plans, and available resources, ensuring that patients can make informed decisions.
Patient Engagement:
Uses various strategies, including phone calls, home visits, and community outreach, to engage patients and ensure continuous participation in their care.
Time Management & Organization:
Demonstrates strong organizational skills by managing patient caseloads, schedules, and documentation efficiently.
Technology Proficiency:
Skilled in using electronic health records (EMR) systems and other digital tools to document patient information and communicate within the team.
Motivational Interviewing & Patient-Centered Care:
Uses motivational interviewing techniques to build rapport and empower patients to take ownership of their health decisions.
Data Management:
Ensures accurate and timely documentation of patient data, ensuring continuity of care and compliance with organizational standards.
Outcome-Oriented Approach:
Focuses on achieving key health outcomes, such as improved care adherence, reduction in emergency room visits, and enhanced self-management.
Upward Health is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position.
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$27k-45k yearly est. 1d ago
Bilingual Counselor-Residential
Odyssey House Louisiana 4.1
Counselor internship job in New Orleans, LA
Compensation: $31.92/hr.
Licensed/Licensed-Eligible Social Worker or Counselor-Residential Program
Join our mission to provide a comprehensive continuum of care for people in Louisiana, encompassing primary care, behavioral health, and substance use disorder treatment. Help save lives at OHL!
Job Summary
Odyssey House Detox Program is currently looking for a full-time bilingual (English and Spanish) Licensed/Licensed-Eligible Social Worker or Counselor. The schedule is M-F 8am to 5pm, rotating holidays and weekends as needed. The Counselor will provide specialized services for the assigned caseload, provide core and ancillary group therapies weekly, individual counseling and when appropriate, family therapy. The Counselor has the main responsibility of maintaining communication with the referral source, court systems, and other involved human service providers as related to the client's ongoing treatment and discharge planning. The Counselor is responsible for working within the multidisciplinary team to develop treatment planning, treatment case reviews, and all written documentation as required by the agency, state and federal courts, and all funding sources.
Responsibilities and Duties
It is the duty and responsibility of the Counselor to:
provide Clinical services to assigned clients; conduct weekly group therapies, individual counseling and/or family therapy as outlined in treatment plans; co-lead group therapies; conduct family assessments/therapy;
function as a liaison to outside agencies, participate in case planning conferences, and treatment meetings and, when necessary, attend court hearings and represent the agency and client(s);
maintain contact with and is available to Agency personnel, client's drug court officer, and family members regarding client's progress, problems and crises;
maintain clinical case file for each client to include: assessments, Individual Treatment Plans,
Case notes, and discharge summaries;
apply ASAM Criteria to treatment planning;
maximize units of services and maintain contract units of service by working with clients to stay engaged in treatment;
provide crisis management when indicated by client need;
assist with the planning and organization of therapeutic client actives both at and outside of the facility;
ensure all written reports are up-to-date in case file;
ensure completion of electronic medical record documentation;
attend staff and other meetings;
attend regularly scheduled in-service training;
participate in quarterly training with staff;
complete all Incident Reports prior to the end of scheduled shift as required by Incident Policy and Procedure;
adhere to all Louisiana Department of Health and Agency contract requirements;
maintain COA standards and participate in COA site audits;
collaborate with other departments;
work with Bayou Health providers for initial authorization and concurrent authorizations;
ensure that all sign in sheets are printed for group and all groups are batched for billing; and
perform all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Skills
Minimum qualifications include the following:
Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work or Counseling
A valid Louisiana State issued license in either counseling or social work
At least 1 year of substance use disorder treatment modalities (emphasis on Minnesota Model) and DSM-V experience
Excellent communication skills
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive Compensation and Benefits package includes insurance (health, dental, vision, life, long-term and short-term disability), leave benefits and 401k match.
Odyssey House Louisiana, Inc. is an EEO Employer - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status View all jobs at this company
$31.9 hourly 60d+ ago
Substance Abuse Counselor
Clarvida
Counselor internship job in New Orleans, LA
at Clarvida - Louisiana
About your Role:
As an ACT Substance Abuse Specialist, you will work with adults living with severe mental illness and/or addiction issues. You will conduct assessments, provide individual and family counseling, case management services, and link clients to community resources, following the treatment plan goals. This position works a team on-call rotation for 1 week every 6-8 weeks and is provided 1 day of PTO for your work/life balance, whether you receive calls or not. We fully equip you through trainings on Initial assessments/evaluations, treatment planning and intervention, documentation, psychopharmacology, reporting regulations for child abuse and neglect, patient rights, and crisis intervention.
Perks of this role:
Competitive salary: $45,000-$54,000- dependent on licensure
Flexible weekly schedule: 8:00am-4:30pm weekdays
Does the following apply to you?
Licensed as an CAC, RAC, LAC, PLPC, LPC, LMSW, LCSW, MFT, LMFT
2 years' prior professional experience providing services to persons with serious mental illness
Preferred: professional substance use work experience with this population
What we offer:
Full Time Employees:
· Paid vacation days that increase with tenure· Separate sick leave that rolls over each year· 8 Paid holidays*· Medical, Dental, Vision benefit plan options· DailyPay- Access to your daily earnings without waiting for payday*· Training, Development and Continuing Education Credits for licensure requirements
All Employees:
· 401K· Free licensure supervision· Employee Assistance program · Pet Insurance· Perks @Clarvida- national discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment· Mileage reimbursement*· Company cellphone
*benefits may vary based on Position/State/County
Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. If you're #readytowork we are #readytohire! Now hiring!Not the job you're looking for?Clarvida has a variety of positions in various locations; please go to******************************************** To Learn More About Us:Clarvida @ **************************************************
Clarvida is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic.
"We encourage job seekers to be vigilant against fraudulent recruitment activities that are on the rise across the healthcare industry. Communication about legitimate Clarvida job opportunities will only come from an authorized Clarvida.com email address, from a [email protected] email, or a personal LinkedIn account that is associated with a Clarvida.com email address."
$45k-54k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Substance Abuse Counselors
Avenues Recovery
Counselor internship job in Mandeville, LA
➢ Who We Are
Avenues Recovery Center is a nationwide network of drug and alcohol rehab centers with Eighteen locations across seven states. With an unrivaled, evidence - based clinical curriculum and highly individualized care, Avenues continues to set new standards in the world of addiction treatment. Our programs - spanning
detox, residential, PHP, IOP and outpatient services - have transformed the lives of thousands to date.
But our secret superpower is our people. If you are a talented, passionate clinician looking to make a real
difference in the recovery community, the Avenues family warmly welcomes you!
Avenues Recovery Center is seeking to hire Substance Abuse Counselors for our facility located in Covington, LA!
➢ What We're Looking For
• Bachelor's degree in psychology, counseling or related field required. Master's degree preferred.
• Valid state licensure / certification necessary to practice in this role: LPC, LAC or CIT
• Excellent observational, collaborative and interpersonal skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Compassionate, dignified character which models recovery principles
• Ability to set strong boundaries and maintain absolute confidentiality
➢ What You'll Do
• Create individualized, evidence-based treatment plans for each client
• Conduct individual, group, family and couple therapy sessions
• Take responsibility for all clinical needs, services, and aftercare for your client caseload
• Prevent, intervene and de-escalate in event of a crisis
• Maintain impeccable documentation of client challenges, progress, relapse risk, and intervention
• Collaborate with Clinical Director, treatment team and family for seamless coordination of care
• Model ethics, morality and recovery principles in every professional interaction - honesty,
accountability, dignity and respect
➢ Why Join Us?
Avenues features a rich, fulfilling workplace culture where each person is valued and greatness is pursued. We support our employees unconditionally, and work to provide them with every resource they need to excel! Aside from generous PTO and compensation, when you join the Avenues family, you'll be eligible for the following benefits package:
401K with employer match
Eligible for HRSA STAR federal student loan repayment
Medical Insurance
Dental
Vision
Accident
Critical Illness
Hospital Indemnity
Voluntary Short-Term Disability
Voluntary Long -Term Disability
Employer-Paid Life and AD&D
LifeTime Benefit Term Insurance with Long Term Care
Legal Coverage
Pet Insurance
Identity Theft Protection
Employer-Paid Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Medical
Dependent Care FSA (DCF)
Join our growing team and discover the magic here at Avenues!
Apply today!
$28k-45k yearly est. 4d ago
High School Behavior Interventionist
New Orleans College Prep 4.4
Counselor internship job in New Orleans, LA
Invite a friend All applications will be reviewed and responded to as quickly as we are able. While we wish we could personally speak with each applicant, we are unable to do so due to the volume of applicants. With that in mind, please do not call in to follow up on your application Job Description:
Walter L. Cohen High School is searching for an /Behavior Interventionist for the 2022 - 2023 school year. This individual will ensure a safe and productive environment for students while they are temporarily removed from the classroom. Additionally, he/she will support teachers in building classroom and school culture to ensure our students have both the academic skills and character traits to success in college and in life. If you are relentless about seeing all students achieve at high levels, this is a chance to work at a school that does whatever it takes to ensure our students are equipped with the academic and social skills needed to "Prep for College" and "Prep for Life."
Background:
Walter L. Cohen High School opened its doors in the Fall of 1949 and became the 5th public secondary school available to students of color in New Orleans. In 2012, Cohen became a member of the New Orleans College Prep (NOCP) charter management organization.
Our mission is to prepare students with academic and life skills for success in college, career, and beyond.
Prior to Hurricane Katrina, only 1 in 10 public high school students graduated from college. We are on a mission to turn those statistics around and ensure all of our students have an opportunity to succeed in college and beyond.
NOCP is producing significant student achievement gains for our students, 75% of whom are African-American and ~20% of whom are English Language Learners. Recent highlights of our achievements include:
In 2015, Walter L. Cohen College Prep launched The Academy of Career and Community Education (ACCE) . ACCE is a comprehensive program designed to prepare students with significant exceptionalities (ages 14 - 22) to achieve their most rigorous post-graduation goals.
Cohen is the home of the 2018-2019 D.A.L.E. Fellowship for innovation in English Learner education. The fellowship includes a financial award, instructional resources, and ongoing training to support differentiation for English Learners. In addition to improving their own classroom practice, our ELL teachers train other content teachers and strengthen our capacity to deliver high quality instruction to all students.
More detailed information can be found on our website, ************************
Job Responsibilities
Builds positive and influential relationships with students, families and faculty;
De-escalates explosive situations; Manages own stress and frustration;
Able to address and lead large groups of students;
Consistently works to close the home-school gap through home visits, calls and community outreach programs
Design, use and coach teachers on send out processes;
Report all send outs, calls and home visits by recording the information in the student data tracking system;
Report all ISS/OSS/detention information daily to team through the student data tracking system and grade team meetings;
Ensure all work for ISS room organized and consistently administered
ISS procedures, conduct tracker and materials are easy to access and hand off to anyone covering the room and the room is neatly maintained.
Students are on task and productive while in ISS with classroom specific work.
Maximize and manager the ISS room in a manner that will reduce out of school suspensions
Assist Behavior Team in supervising students to ensure a safe, non-threatening, nurturing environment where students can thrive
Assist Behavior Team in working to close the home-school gap through home visits, calls, and community outreach programs
Communicates to staff all pertinent information, including but not limited to: detention lists, re-entry meetings after suspensions, send out, ISS, and OSS lists, etc.
Upholds school uniform and handbook code, and notifies team daily of student who have a uniform violation.
Design, use, and coach around disciplinary send out procedures and positive behavior interventions.
Assist Behavior Team in reviewing behavior referrals and data reports. Provides teachers feedback around behavioral patterns & suggested support
Participate in building level and/or grade level behavioral meetings
Other tasks as directed by the Principal, Assistant Principal, and/or Behavior Team
Experience and Skills:
Qualifications:
Exemplary conflict resolution and/or restorative practices skills.
Effective, timely and clear written communication skills
Tenacious follow-up skills, follows through on commitments
Ability to follow directions and work unsupervised on multiple projects and meet deadlines
Proficient in Gmail, Google Drive (scheduling, calendar, contact functions), Word, Excel and Google Slides
Attention to detail: does not let important details slip through the cracks; meticulous
Experience: 2+ years working with children in low income communities.
Constant learner: Solicits feedback and implements new ideas in instruction, stays abreast of current research on teaching and learning, enhances professional skills
Solutions-Oriented: concentrates on finding ways to solve problems and improve systems
Enthusiasm: exhibits passion and excitement over work
High Expectations: An unwavering belief that all students can achieve at high levels
Work ethic: possesses a strong willingness to work hard and long hours to get the job done
Intelligence: learns quickly, demonstrates ability to quickly and proficiently absorb new information
Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to work well in a team
Spanish speaking is preferred.
Benefits
Compensation:
We offer a competitive compensation package, including generous retirement contributions and comprehensive health benefits.
We offer a competitive compensation package, including but not limited to:
generous retirement contributions
relocation assistance
tuition reimbursement
comprehensive health benefits
medical coverage
prescription drug coverage
vision coverage
dental coverage
short term/long term disability
$40k-50k yearly est. 60d+ ago
High School Mental Health Counselor, LPC or LCSW required
EQA Schools
Counselor internship job in New Orleans, LA
Educators for Quality Alternatives
EQA serves students who have dropped out, been expelled from, or have struggled academically or behaviorally in traditional settings and are looking for an accelerated path to graduation. There are three high school campuses, The NET: Central City which opened in 2011, The NET: Gentilly which opened in 2017, and a third high school campus, NET: East / New Orleans Accelerated High School (NOAH), which opened in 2020 as a merger with ReNEW Accelerated High School. Students at the high schools earn a high school diploma and participate in internships, career counseling, and career training in various fields including construction, medical, and digital media. EQA also serves middle school students through The Bridge Middle School, a therapeutic program for 7th and 8th grade struggling students. For all settings, our goal is that our students leave school with the skills, confidence and experience necessary to succeed in the career and education path of their choice.
Position Summary
EQA Schools seeks a highly skilled counselor to provide individual and group counseling to its students and to provide leadership to the school's trauma-informed approach.
More than half of EQA School's students have behavioral struggles. A large percentage of students suffer from PTSD or C-PTSD due to exposure to high levels of neighborhood violence. In a city and state which lack appropriate mental health, crisis, and wrap-around services, EQA Schools believes it has more responsibility than schools normally do for providing high quality mental health services to its students.
This position is designed to join a team consisting of a combination of full and part time individuals such as: school counselors, deans of students, family coordinators, attendance coordinators, psychologists, and Special Education personnel. EQA School's culture is based on restorative approaches and all staff are selected for and trained in working with students with high levels of need and trauma.
EQA's Counselors are responsible for:
Assessing student needs
Connecting students to resources
Designing and providing interventions and counseling
Managing crisis prevention and interventions
Training, consulting with, and supporting staff
Maintaining high levels program management and accountability
Serving as a member of the School Based Level Committee
Coordinating wrap around services with community service providers
Supporting drop out intervention programs
Constantly developing your craft
Position Requirements:
Education & Experience
5-10+ years experience effectively counseling adolescents with mental health, behavioral health, and trauma issues
Experience with restorative approaches, SAMSHA's 6 Principles of Trauma-Informed Approaches, and effective, culturally responsive interventions for adolescents with CPTSD
Experience in schools preferred but not required
LCSW or LPC required; all Louisiana certification/licensure must be in good standing
Skills & Approach
Passion for improving educational opportunities for urban students and for being a part of a strong, mission-driven team
Commitment to EQA's mission, vision and growth
Demonstrated record of effective collaboration with diverse teams and with building effective partnerships
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Careful, detail oriented data/file/information management
Flexible and learning mindset focused on effective and innovative problem solving
Dedicated to continually growing as a professional and as a servant leader
Details
Start date: January 2026
Location: 12000 Hayne
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits and retirement
Reports to: Principal
Detailed Responsibilities
Assessment
Select psycho-social assessments that are informed of a knowledge of the impact of race, gender and social in justice on the family and youth.
Complete psycho-social assessments on every student every semester
Effectively and appropriately assess needs, characteristics, and interactions of students, families, staff, and community
Use DSM V and current research to accurately assess student needs
Conduct compliant and productive Functional Behavior Assessments
Maintain electronic and paper records of assessments and share with students, families, and staff as appropriate to insure empowerment and appropriate interventions and in keeping with confidentiality mandates
Resources
Research and vet resources and build partnerships with high quality providers
Collaborate with team to insure all students are connected with appropriate referrals, supports and resources
Track referral outcomes and advocate for students and families to insure they receive appropriate care
Assists students in accessing formal and informal community resources
Interventions & Counseling
Design effective intervention strategies for students, parents, and staff which lead students to be more successful in school including but not limited to students with IEPs, 504s, and BIPs
Serve on SBLC to review student needs and make decisions regarding interventions, placements, and supports
Manage caseload of short and long term cases, insuring all students have appropriate treatment plans and that all students make progress on those plans
Provide high quality individual counselor using cognitive behavioral therapy or other best practices
Design and provide high quality group counseling around student needs including, but not limited to, grief, trauma, substance abuse, conflict resolution, anger management using C-BITs and other best practices
Engage families, do home visits, mediate with family members and otherwise include families in students' growth and development
Provide all services in ways that build upon students' individual strengths and assets and maximize students' opportunities for agency their healing/growth
Crisis Prevention and Intervention
In collaboration with students, families, and staff, design crisis plans for high needs students
Train students and staff to handle crisis in safe, restorative, and appropriate ways
Staff training and consultation
Design and provide training for staff on trauma informed care, mental health issues, best practices, and secondary trauma
Consult with staff and leaders on issues such as attendance, confidentiality, ethnicity and diversity, mental health, behavioral management, discipline, crisis intervention, and child abuse and neglect
Program Management & Accountability
Design evaluation systems and collect and analyze data to insure evidence based decision making
Collect, communicate, and analyze student records and data to insure appropriate student progress
Conform to the National Association of Social Work Code of Ethics and Standards for School Social Work practice
Maintain appropriate communication and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA, FERPA, state law and school policy.
Constantly Develop your Craft
Set goals for student development and professional growth
Actively reflect on your own work and monitor progress toward goals
Productively seek, give, and use feedback
Positively contribute to the school's collegial community
Participate in all scheduled professional development activities and seek out additional opportunities
Involve yourself in the continual development and improvement of the school's curriculum, culture, and program.
EQA encourages individuals of all identities and backgrounds to apply for this position. We are an equal opportunity employer, fully committed to hiring a talented and diverse group of individuals. EQA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable law. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. EQA does not sponsor employment visas.
$39k-55k yearly est. Auto-Apply 27d ago
Mental Health Counselor
Educators for Quality Alternatives 3.6
Counselor internship job in New Orleans, LA
Educators for Quality Alternatives EQA serves students who have dropped out, been expelled from, or have struggled academically or behaviorally in traditional settings and are looking for an accelerated path to graduation. There are three high school campuses, The NET: Central City which opened in 2011, The NET: Gentilly which opened in 2017, and a third high school campus, NET: East / New Orleans Accelerated High School (NOAH), which opened in 2020 as a merger with ReNEW Accelerated High School. Students at the high schools earn a high school diploma and participate in internships, career counseling, and career training in various fields including construction, medical, and digital media. EQA also serves middle school students through The Bridge Middle School, a therapeutic program for 7th and 8th grade struggling students. For all settings, our goal is that our students leave school with the skills, confidence and experience necessary to succeed in the career and education path of their choice.
Position Summary
EQA Schools seeks a highly skilled counselor to provide individual and group counseling to its students and to provide leadership to the school's trauma-informed approach.
More than half of EQA School's students have behavioral struggles. A large percentage of students suffer from PTSD or C-PTSD due to exposure to high levels of neighborhood violence. In a city and state which lack appropriate mental health, crisis, and wrap-around services, EQA Schools believes it has more responsibility than schools normally do for providing high quality mental health services to its students.
This position is designed to join a team consisting of a combination of full and part time individuals such as: school counselors, deans of students, family coordinators, attendance coordinators, psychologists, and Special Education personnel. EQA School's culture is based on restorative approaches and all staff are selected for and trained in working with students with high levels of need and trauma.
EQA's Counselors are responsible for:
* Assessing student needs
* Connecting students to resources
* Designing and providing interventions and counseling
* Managing crisis prevention and interventions
* Training, consulting with, and supporting staff
* Maintaining high levels program management and accountability
* Serving as a member of the School Based Level Committee
* Coordinating wrap around services with community service providers
* Supporting drop out intervention programs
* Constantly developing your craft
Position Requirements:
Education & Experience
* 5-10+ years experience effectively counseling adolescents with mental health, behavioral health, and trauma issues
* Experience with restorative approaches, SAMSHA's 6 Principles of Trauma-Informed Approaches, and effective, culturally responsive interventions for adolescents with CPTSD
* Experience in schools preferred but not required
* LCSW or LPC required; all Louisiana certification/licensure must be in good standing
Skills & Approach
* Passion for improving educational opportunities for urban students and for being a part of a strong, mission-driven team
* Commitment to EQA's mission, vision and growth
* Demonstrated record of effective collaboration with diverse teams and with building effective partnerships
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Careful, detail oriented data/file/information management
* Flexible and learning mindset focused on effective and innovative problem solving
* Dedicated to continually growing as a professional and as a servant leader
Details
* Start date: January 2026
* Location: 12000 Hayne
* Salary: Commensurate with experience
* Benefits: Comprehensive benefits and retirement
* Reports to: Principal
Detailed Responsibilities
* Assessment
* Select psycho-social assessments that are informed of a knowledge of the impact of race, gender and social in justice on the family and youth.
* Complete psycho-social assessments on every student every semester
* Effectively and appropriately assess needs, characteristics, and interactions of students, families, staff, and community
* Use DSM V and current research to accurately assess student needs
* Conduct compliant and productive Functional Behavior Assessments
* Maintain electronic and paper records of assessments and share with students, families, and staff as appropriate to insure empowerment and appropriate interventions and in keeping with confidentiality mandates
* Resources
* Research and vet resources and build partnerships with high quality providers
* Collaborate with team to insure all students are connected with appropriate referrals, supports and resources
* Track referral outcomes and advocate for students and families to insure they receive appropriate care
* Assists students in accessing formal and informal community resources
* Interventions & Counseling
* Design effective intervention strategies for students, parents, and staff which lead students to be more successful in school including but not limited to students with IEPs, 504s, and BIPs
* Serve on SBLC to review student needs and make decisions regarding interventions, placements, and supports
* Manage caseload of short and long term cases, insuring all students have appropriate treatment plans and that all students make progress on those plans
* Provide high quality individual counselor using cognitive behavioral therapy or other best practices
* Design and provide high quality group counseling around student needs including, but not limited to, grief, trauma, substance abuse, conflict resolution, anger management using C-BITs and other best practices
* Engage families, do home visits, mediate with family members and otherwise include families in students' growth and development
* Provide all services in ways that build upon students' individual strengths and assets and maximize students' opportunities for agency their healing/growth
* Crisis Prevention and Intervention
* In collaboration with students, families, and staff, design crisis plans for high needs students
* Train students and staff to handle crisis in safe, restorative, and appropriate ways
* Staff training and consultation
* Design and provide training for staff on trauma informed care, mental health issues, best practices, and secondary trauma
* Consult with staff and leaders on issues such as attendance, confidentiality, ethnicity and diversity, mental health, behavioral management, discipline, crisis intervention, and child abuse and neglect
* Program Management & Accountability
* Design evaluation systems and collect and analyze data to insure evidence based decision making
* Collect, communicate, and analyze student records and data to insure appropriate student progress
* Conform to the National Association of Social Work Code of Ethics and Standards for School Social Work practice
* Maintain appropriate communication and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA, FERPA, state law and school policy.
* Constantly Develop your Craft
* Set goals for student development and professional growth
* Actively reflect on your own work and monitor progress toward goals
* Productively seek, give, and use feedback
* Positively contribute to the school's collegial community
* Participate in all scheduled professional development activities and seek out additional opportunities
* Involve yourself in the continual development and improvement of the school's curriculum, culture, and program.
EQA encourages individuals of all identities and backgrounds to apply for this position. We are an equal opportunity employer, fully committed to hiring a talented and diverse group of individuals. EQA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable law. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. EQA does not sponsor employment visas.
EQA encourages individuals of all identities and backgrounds to apply for this position. We are an equal opportunity employer, fully committed to hiring a talented and diverse group of individuals. EQA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable law. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. EQA does not sponsor employment visas. In compliance with state law, all persons hired will be required to verify eligibility to work in a Louisiana public school via the appropriate background checks.
EQA encourages individuals of all identities and backgrounds to apply for this position. We are an equal opportunity employer, fully committed to hiring a talented and diverse group of individuals. EQA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable law. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. EQA does not sponsor employment visas. In compliance with state law, all persons hired will be required to verify eligibility to work in a Louisiana public school via the appropriate background checks.
$41k-54k yearly est. 22d ago
Substance Abuse Counselor
Volunteers of America Southeast Louisiana Inc.
Counselor internship job in New Orleans, LA
Job Description
The Substance Use Counselor provides professional, in-person substance-use counseling and recovery support to veterans participating in the GPD Transitional Housing Program. This role focuses on helping clients achieve sobriety, develop relapse-prevention strategies, and address co-occurring behavioral health needs. Responsibilities include clinical assessment, individualized Recovery plan, group and individual counseling, crisis intervention, and collaboration with VA and community providers. The counselor ensures compliance with confidentiality regulations (HIPAA & 42 CFR Part 2), VA GPD guidelines, and agency clinical standards.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Schedule: In-person only. Monday-Friday after 5:00 PM, up to 4 hours/day. Three group sessions per week as scheduled.
Clinical Counseling & Assessment
Conduct substance-use assessments, screenings, and biopsychosocial evaluations.
Develop individualized Support plan based on client needs and recovery goals.
Provide evidence-informed substance use recovery support services (group and individual), in person, using approved curricula (e.g.,
Living in Balance, Matrix, Seeking Safety
) and trauma-informed practices
Provide crisis intervention and de‑escalation support.
Facilitate two 90-minute recovery support groups per week and maintain 6-8 individual recovery support sessions per week, as scheduled.
Monitor participant engagement and progress and adjust recovery support goals and activities as appropriate.
Documentation & Compliance
Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential documentation per program standards and legal requirements.
Submit screening summaries, recovery support plans, progress notes, and incident reports within required timelines (notes within 24 hours; recovery support plan within 7 days of first service).
Ensure all services comply with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, Louisiana licensure/board rules, and organizational policy.
If serving non‑VA‑eligible (“humanitarian”) clients only, maintain full separation from GPD services (no mixed groups, no GPD charting, no GPD funds/space/time).
If services include GPD participants, adhere to approved GPD Scope of Work and any VA‑approved modification.
Care Coordination
Collaborate with GPD Case Managers, VA Behavioral Health/SUD programs, and community providers using warm handoffs and signed releases.
Support veterans in accessing behavioral-health services, recovery resources, and medical/psychiatric care.
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case consultations (without duplicating VA treatment).
Advocacy & Support
Advocate for veterans' behavioral-health needs within healthcare systems.
Promote recovery‑oriented, trauma‑informed, and culturally responsive care.
Provide staff education on SUD, lifesaving services, relapse‑prevention, withdrawal management, and MAT basics.
Professional Development & Community Collaboration
Maintain currency with evidence-based practices, including ASAM-informed placement awareness, MAT awareness, opioid use disorder support strategies, and harm reduction.
Participate in required training, supervision, and continuing education.
Collaborate with community partners on recovery initiatives and opioid education.
Other Duties
Perform other clinically appropriate tasks assigned by the Program Director.
CRISIS & RESOURCE COORDINATION
Respond promptly to client crises; implement safety strategies and coordinate with emergency services when necessary.
Connect clients to resources that support recovery and stability.
PERFORMANCE METRICS (Contract Deliverables)
Group delivery: At least 95% of scheduled groups held (agency-approved cancellations excluded); curriculum reviewed quarterly.
Individual access: At least 80% of offered individual slots delivered or attempted with outreach.
Documentation timeliness: At least 95% on time (recovery support notes within 24 hours; recovery support plan within 7 days; monthly outcomes submitted).
Coordination: Warm handoffs completed within 3 business days when indicated; releases on file.
SUPERVISORY DUTIES
None
KEY CONTACTS
VA (liaison/behavioral health), community SUD providers, internal program staff.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Master's in social work or counseling; LCSW or LPC preferred. PLPC/LMSW considered with active board‑approved supervision plan.
2-4 years' experience providing substance use recovery support, counseling, or care coordination (Veterans and/or co-occurring disorders preferred).
Familiarity with ASAM, evidence‑based group facilitation, documentation standards, and 42 CFR Part 2.
Strong communication, documentation, and crisis‑management skills.
Proficiency with MS Office and Electronic Health Records.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
Ability to pass background check, drug screen, annual TB test; CPR within 30 days of hire.
Ability to transport clients occasionally using personal or agency vehicle.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
This position may require the incumbent to engage in significant local travel in and around the community appropriate to the performance of duties and responsibilities. As such, incumbent must have:
Current driver's license issued by state of residence
Current Vehicle Inspection Decal
Current vehicle insurance
Current vehicle registration in state of residence
Satisfactory Motor Vehicle Report
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is primarily performed in an office environment and in community settings, with all services provided in person only (no telehealth permitted). The position requires regular interaction with veterans experiencing trauma, substance-use disorders, and co-occurring mental health conditions.
The role involves frequent use of a personal computer, keyboard, telephone, calculator, and other standard office equipment. Travel to local functions is required frequently and to statewide functions occasionally.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
Physical Requirements
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
Bending, stretching, reaching, and stooping as needed
Occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs with or without assistance
Ability to drive to local and occasional statewide program-related activities
Adequate hearing and vision to interact with clients, staff, and documentation system
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PRN IOP Counselor / Social Worker / LPC / PLPC / LMSW / LCSW / LMFT / LAC to provide group and individual therapy for people with addiction in an adult outpatient facility.
The ideal person will be trauma-informed, compassionate and caring, energetic, technology savvy, and able to operate within a virtual and in-person platform. Ability to adapt, shift, and change are essential skills in this role. This person will: be responsible for working with a multidisciplinary team of professionals and will be expected to maintain effective working relationships within the community, demonstrate knowledge of the principles of addiction and of treating common occurring issues, focus on holistic care of client and aim to increase a client's wellness in all areas of life. Shifts will be on an as needed basis and and for the evening shift.
Primary Objectives
Provide assessments and basic consultation, education, complete specialized clinical social work services for clients receiving treatment, focusing on 12-step recovery process, and providing information and referrals as needed
Engage in ongoing assessment of the client's needs and response to treatment, remaining sensitive to individual differences, which include racial, cultural, psychosocial, economic, age-related and gender variations
Promote a company culture that emphasizes collaboration, quality, continuous improvement, and high performance
Mission:
Are you excited about helping people with addiction? Do you truly want to make a difference In the lives of others? We want clinical connectors who are compassionate and love the work they do. Can you make a real difference in our Organization?
If you answered yes to the questions above, we want to meet you! Please apply
Education
Degree in social work, counseling, or related counseling field from an accredited university and previous experience or training in the field of clinical dependency
Experience
A minimum of one (1) years experience in Addiction/Substance Abuse counseling in a mental health care facility, or a related field
Must have direct experience in group therapies and treatment planning
Must have strong clinical assessment skills
License
LMSW, LCSW, PLPC, LPC, LMFT, LAC, or related license preferred
Must function under the Standards of Practice for individual's discipline as mandated by the State of Louisiana
Must reflect those characteristics and professional standards set forth in the National Association Code of Ethics
Please visit our careers page to see more job opportunities.
$27k-45k yearly est. 60d+ ago
School Counselor
Strideinc
Counselor internship job in Baton Rouge, LA
Required Certificates and Licenses
Louisiana state Department of Education School Counselor Certification
Required
Residency Requirements
Must reside in Louisiana
K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANY ONE. We provide families with an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace.
Passionate Educators are needed at the Stride K12 partner school, Louisiana Virtual Charter Academy (LAVCA). We want you to be a part of our talented team!
The mission of Louisiana Virtual Charter Academy (LAVCA) is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community. Join us!
Utilizing leadership, advocacy and collaboration the School Counselor promotes student success by providing preventive services and responding to identified needs through implementation of a comprehensive school counseling program that helps guide all learners in their academic success, social and emotional development, and career and college planning and readiness.
This is a full-time position. Ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9-5 (or 8-4) or as defined by the school.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
Helps all students:
Plan for postsecondary options (enroll in education, enlist in military option, employ in work force)
Apply academic achievement strategies
Manage emotions and apply interpersonal skill
Focuses students and families on college and career readiness;
Meets quarterly with all students on caseload to review graduation plan and post-secondary options;
Delivers classroom instruction based on student success standards;
Reviews transcripts and other academic documentation for new and returning students;
Works collaboratively with teaching staff to develop a four (4) year graduation plan and audits student schedules for candidacy for graduation as determined by school and state policies;
Assist students in course placement including recommendations on Advanced Placement (AP) and pathways to challenge and enrich student learning opportunities;
Analyzes student data and develops data-driven programs for intervention action plans;
Provides short-term counseling to students and referrals for long-term support, as necessary;
Provides a support system that strengthens the efforts of teachers, staff, and parents;
Supports standardized testing program; parent education; and staff development;
May advocate for students at individual education plan meetings and other student-focused meetings;
Focuses students and families on goal setting and academic planning for college and career readiness;
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time for face-to-face professional development, student testing, and/or as required by the school.
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree AND
Three (3) years of experience in counseling and/or advisement
School Counselor License
Ability to clear required background check
OTHER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Web-based search engines, and database systems
Flexible schedule; Ability to travel as needed
Master's degree in school counseling
Experience with distance learning
Advanced coursework in counseling and administration
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience as a teacher
Experience in a customer service environment.
Experience with Local, State, and Federals laws and mandated reporting
Experience in a charter school environment preferred
Experience with state career planning systems, Pathfinder, or other career planning platforms/tools
Compensation & Benefits: Stride, Inc. considers a person's education, experience, and qualifications, as well as the position's work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value when determining a new employee's salary level. Salaries will differ based on these factors, the position's level and expected contribution, and the employee's benefits elections. Offers will typically be in the bottom half of the range.
We anticipate the salary range to be around $60,000. Eligible employees may receive a bonus. This salary is not guaranteed, as an individual's compensation can vary based on several factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, geographic location, experience, training, education, and local market conditions. Stride offers a robust benefits package for eligible employees that can include health benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This is a virtual role
Job Type
Board Employee
The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works. It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.
If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you can request the appropriate accommodation by contacting *********************.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Stride, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Stride, Inc. complies with all legally required affirmative action obligations. Applicants will not be discriminated against because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
$60k yearly Auto-Apply 12d ago
Social Services Assistant
Marrero Healthcare Center
Counselor internship job in Marrero, LA
Monday-Friday8am-5pm Rate:$17/hr.
Nexion is a "Great Place to Work" because we provide:
Free employee and family telehealth immediately upon hire
Medical / Dental / Vision Care
Early Pay
FSA / HSA / 401k
Educational Advancement / increased pay with competency levels
Scholarship for employees and dependents
Emergency Relief
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support the Social Services Department by completing administrative/clerical duties.
Assist with obtaining consent forms and signatures from residents/families for medical release forms and services.
Gather pertinent information information from residents/families as directed by the Social Services Director/Social Worker.
Provide support during discharge planning, referrals to home health care, hospice, other long term care/assisted living facilities, etc.
Fax, scan, copy, email and file documents, as well as answer phone calls.
Adhere to confidentiality requirements.
Understand and demonstrate knowledge of and respect for the rights, dignity and individuality of each resident in all interactions.
Demonstrate honesty and integrity at all times in the care and use of resident and facility property.
Demonstrate respect for co-workers and responds to needs of residents by complying with facility policies.
Demonstrate ability to prioritize tasks and responsibilities and complete duties within allotted time.
Demonstrate willingness to take risks, generates new ideas for change, evaluates and recognizes priorities, selects effective team members, challenges others to learn, keep current and integrates new information.
Communicate and model organization values, fosters high performance, recognizes need for and provides adequate resources.
Perform other duties as assigned.
EOE M/F/D/V
$17 hourly 35d ago
School Counselor Immediate Hire
Lycee Francais de La Nouvelle 4.1
Counselor internship job in New Orleans, LA
The School Counselor works as a staff member of the Student Services / Academic Team and is primarily responsible for providing therapeutic services to students and their families. This position reports to the Dean of Student Culture.
Expectations and Required Skills
Deep expertise and familiarity with the literature and practices related to social-emotional learning, adaptive and growth mindsets, positive behavioral interventions, character development, trauma-informed care, strength-based approaches, and psychological development
Commitment and ability to serve all students with diverse backgrounds, abilities and needs toward accomplishing their educational goals.
Demonstrates professional integrity and a commitment to best practices for communicating with students, staff, and families
A minimum of one (1) year of prior experience working in an urban school or similar setting with at-risk students and their families
Bachelor's Degree and licensure in the field of mental health or Louisiana certified school counselor.
Strong communication, collaboration, feedback and facilitation skills
Willingness to work after-school and weekend hours when necessary
Preferred Qualifications and Educational Requirements
Experience with Medicaid reimbursement
Working familiarity with student assessment tools, especially in evaluating and interpreting standardized test results.
Proficiency in written and oral French
Master's Degree and licensure in the field of mental health as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Louisiana certified school counselor.
Role and Responsibilities
The duties of the School Counselor include, but are not limited to, the following tasks:
Service Integration and Delivery
Supporting School leadership team with administrative duties.
Collaborating with the school leadership team on such issues as attendance, confidentiality, diversity, equity and inclusion, mental health, behavior management, crisis intervention and child abuse and neglect.
Understanding of the reciprocal influences of home, school, and community to intervene for student success.
Providing services to students in ways that build upon individual strengths and offer students opportunities to participate in their own learning experience.
Developing short and long-term intervention plans consistent with school curriculum and culture; students' needs, strengths, diversity and life experiences, and social and emotional factors.
Conducting outreach, particularly home visits, and promoting collaboration among community providers that have diverse offerings and facilitate student and family access to services.
Connecting families with a variety of social service resources, behavioral health services and resources through referrals and case management, wherever appropriate.
Providing on-going counseling services and activities to the school community through small group sessions, individual sessions, school-wide or classroom setting activities, as well as workshops for parents and guardians.
Adminstering services and monitoring progress for students who receive counselor interventions through intervention plans, RTI plans, and/or IEPs.
Providing encouragement, guidance and resources to staff and students when needed.
Working with and assisting school leaders, teachers, staff, students and families with the implementation and infusion of Restorative Practices, Social Emotional Learning, PBIS, and Trauma-informed care throughout the school community.
Serving as a member of the Student Assistance Team (SAT), Individualized Education Program (IEP) Team, PBIS team, and truancy committee.
Providing crisis intervention when needed.
Program Development, Implementation, and Evaluation
Conducting individual and/or system-wide assessments and surveys to assess the school and/or community needs.
Developing and providing professional development workshops that educate faculty on relevant issues, such as suicide and bullying prevention and mandated reporting training.
Providing classroom sessions on topics related to social/emotional needs of students.
Establishing and maintaining an anti-bullying campaign.
Assessment
Conducting psychological/behavioral assessments in accordance with parent/guardian and student rights.
Using student, family, and school assessments to effectively and appropriately identify needs that impact student learning and develop appropriate interventions.
Using a variety of appropriate tools and techniques to evaluate progress of students and families.
Assisting students and their parents with assessment data interpretation.
Accountability
Conforming to the National Association of Social Work (NASW) Code of Ethics and Standards for School Social Work Practice.
Maintaining accurate case records and documentation.
Maintaining current knowledge of and abiding by federal and state laws and regulations with emphasis on persons with disabilities, mental health, confidentiality, and student and parent rights.
Job descriptions are created to provide a framework of responsibilities and are not inclusive of all duties that may be required. LFNO employees embody an “all hands on deck” mentality and do whatever it takes to get the job done regardless of title.
$34k-45k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Sylvan School Counselor
Cusanza Ent LLC Dba Sylvan Learning Centers
Counselor internship job in Metairie, LA
Available
Sylvan Learning is looking for a licensed school counselor to join our team of proud educators. We are the leading provider in K-12 tutoring in the United States. We work with students in public and non-public schools to support their educational needs. We believe in helping students thrive in the classroom. We are looking for someone who can help our students in an in-school setting.
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:
Provide individual, small group and classroom guidance (if needed) counseling with students. Students must have signed parental consent. Counseling is provided to enhance and grow school functioning and performance.
Consult with parents, classroom teachers, school principal and other school personnel to maximize effectiveness of services, as appropriate.
Help teacher teams with assessments.
Serve as a resource for parents and school personnel to assist in locating services that assist individuals in our community.
Participate in supervision on regular basis with the Program Supervisor.
Complete all required paperwork in an accurate and timely manner.
Keep up to date with best practices and trends in the field of school counseling.
Perform services in an in-school capacity
Qualifications:
Must have a current and active license as an LCSW under the Louisiana State Board of Social Work Examiners or as an LPC under the Louisiana State Board of Licensed Professional Counselors
Must hold a valid Ancillary Certificate from the Louisiana Department of Education in one of the following areas: Mental Health Counselor - Provisional, Mental Health Counselor - Qualified, Social Worker - Provisional, Social Worker - Qualified, School Guidance Counselor K-12
Interested job seekers can reach us at ************ or at *********************************.
$28k-40k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
School Counselor
East Baton Rouge Parish School Board 4.0
Counselor internship job in Baton Rouge, LA
CURRICULUM SUPPORT/School Counselor (High-Needs School) Additional Information: Show/Hide Job Title: School Counselor Reports To: Immediate Supervisor Note: New employees coming to EBRPSS/current employees new to a position, must use the Verifent website to verify qualifying years of experience (outside of EBRPSS) aligned to the . All new employees to the district/current employees new to a position will receive 0 years of experience aligned to the until the verification of previous experience aligned to the job description is received.
Verifient Link
Experience verifications must be received in the Office of Human Resources within the first 6 months of employment in order to be eligible for a retroactive payment.
Summary:
The primary responsibility of the School Counselor shall be counseling students and providing those services directly related to counseling. The School Counselor shall be responsible for the effective management of the school counseling department to which he/she is assigned. The school counseling program shall be conducted in accordance with policies adopted by the Board of Education and with regulations and procedures of the district.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
* Counseling students, providing guidance concerning attendance, enrollment, academics, scheduling, college and career opportunities; maintaining records and files.
* Provides a confidential counseling environment.
* Counsels with students individually and in small groups for specifically identified needs as endorsed by a recognized guidance curriculum.
* Consults with parents, school staff, other pupil personnel specialists and community agency personnel to help students experiencing problems. Meets with students to provide information on curricular and extracurricular alternatives and the career goals to which they may lead.
* Assists students in making appropriate post-secondary or vocational choices.
* Assists students and parents in the preparation and processing of college, scholarship, and employment applications. Provides orientation for new students.
* Assists in identification, referral and appropriate placement of students with special needs.
* Assists parents in monitoring academic progress of students.
* Provides appropriate feedback to teachers regarding needs of students.
* Provides counseling for departing students: transfers and dropouts.
* Supervises the coordination and interpretation of standardized testing.
* Participates in curriculum development and serves on faculty committees.
* Attends staff meetings and department sponsored workshops.
* Prepares and presents sessions regarding personal growth, school adjustment, career development, self-concept, attendance and related matters.
* Provides scheduled and spontaneous discussions with teachers, administrators, and parents and outside agency personnel.
* Counsels students and provides career information.
* Organizes counseling staff and delegates assignments.
* Manages the guidance department's budget. Coordinates summer school registration.
* Consults with the principal regularly concerning the overall operation and implementation of the guidance program.
* Conducts regularly scheduled departmental meetings with staff.
* Maintains students' records.
* Supervises the evaluation of the guidance program.
Other Duties:
Other duties as assigned that are related to the functions of the position.
Essential Functions/Qualifications/Requirements:
Education and Experience:
Master's degree in guidance and counseling and considerable counseling and guidance or teaching experience. A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications. A Valid Louisiana Ancillary Teaching Certificate - Counseling.
Work Environment Conditions:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Professional Conduct:
The Employees are required to maintain a high standard of professional conduct. Breach of said professional conduct includes, but is not limited to, neglect of duty, dishonesty, engagement in acts that are contrary to East Baton Rouge Parish School System policy, unlawful activities, or any other conduct which is seriously prejudicial to the school system.
Technological Abilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be proficient in general use of a computer, the use of Email as a form of communication, and other job-specific equipment, software, and/or applications.
The East Baton Rouge Parish School System and all of its entities (including Career and Technical Education Programs) do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, national origin, disability, or gender in its educational programs and activities (including employment and application for employment), and it is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of gender by Title IX (20 USC 168) and on the basis of disability by Section 504 (42 USC 794). The Title IX Coordinator is Andrew Davis, Director of Risk Management - **********************, **************. The Section 504 Coordinator is Danielle Staten-Ojo - **********************, **************.
$33k-39k yearly est. Easy Apply 23d ago
After School Counselor
Leaps & Bounds Sports Center
Counselor internship job in Denham Springs, LA
Responsive recruiter Our After School at Leaps & Bounds is high energy fun! Our counselors are selected for their love of kids and ability to maintain safety of the group. Activities that our counselors and campers participate in are , active games, crafts, ball sports, and homework. We want our counselors to be enthusiastic from beginning to the end.
Counselors must be 17 to apply
Part Time
Compensation: $8.00 - $9.00 per hour
Thank you for your interest in employment at Leaps & Bounds Sports Center! We couldn't be happier that you'd like to be a part of our “Family”.
Many companies speak of its values. At Leaps & Bounds, we live our values. They guide us in Company direction, program design and our hiring decisions. Leaps & Bounds prides itself on our great employees-and quite simply, great employees want to work with other great employees.
Leaps & Bounds is always growing and always looking for our next GREAT employee!
Member schools are independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the member school, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this school. All inquiries about employment at these schools should be made directly to the school location, and not to US Swim School Association.
$8-9 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Licensed Professional Counselor
Headway 4.0
Counselor internship job in New Orleans, LA
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Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Wage: Between $120-$131 an hour
Licensed Professional Counselor - Are you ready to launch or expand your private practice? Headway is here to help you start accepting insurance with ease, increase your earnings with higher rates, and start taking covered clients sooner. It's all on one free-to-use platform, no commitment required.
About you
● You're a fully-licensed Professional Counselor at a Master's level or above with LPC, LPCC, LCPC, LCPCS, LPCC-S licensure (accepted on a state by state basis), a valid NPI number, and malpractice insurance.
● You're ready to launch a private practice, or grow your existing business by taking insurance.
About Headway
Your expertise changes lives. Taking insurance makes it accessible to those who need it most. Every mental health provider who goes in-network with Headway supports people who'd otherwise be forced to choose between paying out of pocket, or not getting care at all. We make that process seamless - empowering you to accept insurance with ease, so you can do what you do best. So far, we've helped over 50,000 providers grow their practices, reaching countless people in need.
How Headway supports providers
- Start taking insurance, stress-free: Get credentialed for free in multiple states in as little as 30 days and start seeing covered clients sooner.
- Built-in compliance: Stay compliant from day one with audit support and ongoing resources.
- Expansive coverage: Work with the plans that most clients use, including Medicare Advantage and Medicaid.
- Increase your earnings: Secure higher rates with top insurance plans through access to our nationwide insurance network.
- Dependable payments: Build stability in your practice with predictable bi-weekly payments you can count on.
- Built-in EHR features: Manage your practice in one place with real-time scheduling, secure client messaging, end-to-end documentation templates, built-in assessments, and more.
- Free continuing education: Nurture your long-term professional goals and earn CEUs with complimentary courses on Headway Academy.
How Headway supports your clients
● Increased access: Headway makes it easier for your clients to get the care they need at a price they can afford through insurance.
● Instant verification: Clients can easily check their insurance status and get the care they need without disruption.
Please note: At this time, Headway can't support mental health professionals that aren't fully licensed. If your application was rejected for incomplete licensure, you're welcome to reapply once you have a valid license.
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$42k-77k yearly est. 7d ago
Counselor-Residential
Odyssey House Louisiana 4.1
Counselor internship job in New Orleans, LA
Compensation: $23-$30.50/hr.
Licensed/Licensed-Eligible Social Worker or Counselor-Residential Program
Join our mission to provide a comprehensive continuum of care for people in Louisiana, encompassing primary care, behavioral health, and substance use disorder treatment. Help save lives at OHL!
Job Summary
Odyssey House Detox Program is currently looking for a full-time Licensed/Licensed-Eligible Social Worker or Counselor. The schedule is M-F 8am to 5pm, rotating holidays and weekends as needed. The Counselor will provide specialized services for the assigned caseload, provide core and ancillary group therapies weekly, individual counseling and when appropriate, family therapy. The Counselor has the main responsibility of maintaining communication with the referral source, court systems, and other involved human service providers as related to the client's ongoing treatment and discharge planning. The Counselor is responsible for working within the multidisciplinary team to develop treatment planning, treatment case reviews, and all written documentation as required by the agency, state and federal courts, and all funding sources.
Responsibilities and Duties
It is the duty and responsibility of the Counselor to:
provide Clinical services to assigned clients; conduct weekly group therapies, individual counseling and/or family therapy as outlined in treatment plans; co-lead group therapies; conduct family assessments/therapy;
function as a liaison to outside agencies, participate in case planning conferences, and treatment meetings and, when necessary, attend court hearings and represent the agency and client(s);
maintain contact with and is available to Agency personnel, client's drug court officer, and family members regarding client's progress, problems and crises;
maintain clinical case file for each client to include: assessments, Individual Treatment Plans,
Case notes, and discharge summaries;
apply ASAM Criteria to treatment planning;
maximize units of services and maintain contract units of service by working with clients to stay engaged in treatment;
provide crisis management when indicated by client need;
assist with the planning and organization of therapeutic client actives both at and outside of the facility;
ensure all written reports are up-to-date in case file;
ensure completion of electronic medical record documentation;
attend staff and other meetings;
attend regularly scheduled in-service training;
participate in quarterly training with staff;
complete all Incident Reports prior to the end of scheduled shift as required by Incident Policy and Procedure;
adhere to all Louisiana Department of Health and Agency contract requirements;
maintain COA standards and participate in COA site audits;
collaborate with other departments;
work with Bayou Health providers for initial authorization and concurrent authorizations;
ensure that all sign in sheets are printed for group and all groups are batched for billing; and
perform all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Skills
Minimum qualifications include the following:
Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work or Counseling
A valid Louisiana State issued license in either counseling or social work
At least 1 year of substance use disorder treatment modalities (emphasis on Minnesota Model) and DSM-V experience
Excellent communication skills
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive Compensation and Benefits package includes insurance (health, dental, vision, life, long-term and short-term disability), leave benefits and 401k match.
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$23-30.5 hourly 60d+ ago
High School Mental Health Counselor, LPC or LCSW required
Educators for Quality Alternatives 3.6
Counselor internship job in New Orleans, LA
Educators for Quality Alternatives EQA serves students who have dropped out, been expelled from, or have struggled academically or behaviorally in traditional settings and are looking for an accelerated path to graduation. There are three high school campuses, The NET: Central City which opened in 2011, The NET: Gentilly which opened in 2017, and a third high school campus, NET: East / New Orleans Accelerated High School (NOAH), which opened in 2020 as a merger with ReNEW Accelerated High School. Students at the high schools earn a high school diploma and participate in internships, career counseling, and career training in various fields including construction, medical, and digital media. EQA also serves middle school students through The Bridge Middle School, a therapeutic program for 7th and 8th grade struggling students. For all settings, our goal is that our students leave school with the skills, confidence and experience necessary to succeed in the career and education path of their choice.
Position Summary
EQA Schools seeks a highly skilled counselor to provide individual and group counseling to its students and to provide leadership to the school's trauma-informed approach.
More than half of EQA School's students have behavioral struggles. A large percentage of students suffer from PTSD or C-PTSD due to exposure to high levels of neighborhood violence. In a city and state which lack appropriate mental health, crisis, and wrap-around services, EQA Schools believes it has more responsibility than schools normally do for providing high quality mental health services to its students.
This position is designed to join a team consisting of a combination of full and part time individuals such as: school counselors, deans of students, family coordinators, attendance coordinators, psychologists, and Special Education personnel. EQA School's culture is based on restorative approaches and all staff are selected for and trained in working with students with high levels of need and trauma.
EQA's Counselors are responsible for:
* Assessing student needs
* Connecting students to resources
* Designing and providing interventions and counseling
* Managing crisis prevention and interventions
* Training, consulting with, and supporting staff
* Maintaining high levels program management and accountability
* Serving as a member of the School Based Level Committee
* Coordinating wrap around services with community service providers
* Supporting drop out intervention programs
* Constantly developing your craft
Position Requirements:
Education & Experience
* 5-10+ years experience effectively counseling adolescents with mental health, behavioral health, and trauma issues
* Experience with restorative approaches, SAMSHA's 6 Principles of Trauma-Informed Approaches, and effective, culturally responsive interventions for adolescents with CPTSD
* Experience in schools preferred but not required
* LCSW or LPC required; all Louisiana certification/licensure must be in good standing
Skills & Approach
* Passion for improving educational opportunities for urban students and for being a part of a strong, mission-driven team
* Commitment to EQA's mission, vision and growth
* Demonstrated record of effective collaboration with diverse teams and with building effective partnerships
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Careful, detail oriented data/file/information management
* Flexible and learning mindset focused on effective and innovative problem solving
* Dedicated to continually growing as a professional and as a servant leader
Details
* Start date: January 2026
* Location: 12000 Hayne
* Salary: Commensurate with experience
* Benefits: Comprehensive benefits and retirement
* Reports to: Principal
Detailed Responsibilities
* Assessment
* Select psycho-social assessments that are informed of a knowledge of the impact of race, gender and social in justice on the family and youth.
* Complete psycho-social assessments on every student every semester
* Effectively and appropriately assess needs, characteristics, and interactions of students, families, staff, and community
* Use DSM V and current research to accurately assess student needs
* Conduct compliant and productive Functional Behavior Assessments
* Maintain electronic and paper records of assessments and share with students, families, and staff as appropriate to insure empowerment and appropriate interventions and in keeping with confidentiality mandates
* Resources
* Research and vet resources and build partnerships with high quality providers
* Collaborate with team to insure all students are connected with appropriate referrals, supports and resources
* Track referral outcomes and advocate for students and families to insure they receive appropriate care
* Assists students in accessing formal and informal community resources
* Interventions & Counseling
* Design effective intervention strategies for students, parents, and staff which lead students to be more successful in school including but not limited to students with IEPs, 504s, and BIPs
* Serve on SBLC to review student needs and make decisions regarding interventions, placements, and supports
* Manage caseload of short and long term cases, insuring all students have appropriate treatment plans and that all students make progress on those plans
* Provide high quality individual counselor using cognitive behavioral therapy or other best practices
* Design and provide high quality group counseling around student needs including, but not limited to, grief, trauma, substance abuse, conflict resolution, anger management using C-BITs and other best practices
* Engage families, do home visits, mediate with family members and otherwise include families in students' growth and development
* Provide all services in ways that build upon students' individual strengths and assets and maximize students' opportunities for agency their healing/growth
* Crisis Prevention and Intervention
* In collaboration with students, families, and staff, design crisis plans for high needs students
* Train students and staff to handle crisis in safe, restorative, and appropriate ways
* Staff training and consultation
* Design and provide training for staff on trauma informed care, mental health issues, best practices, and secondary trauma
* Consult with staff and leaders on issues such as attendance, confidentiality, ethnicity and diversity, mental health, behavioral management, discipline, crisis intervention, and child abuse and neglect
* Program Management & Accountability
* Design evaluation systems and collect and analyze data to insure evidence based decision making
* Collect, communicate, and analyze student records and data to insure appropriate student progress
* Conform to the National Association of Social Work Code of Ethics and Standards for School Social Work practice
* Maintain appropriate communication and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA, FERPA, state law and school policy.
* Constantly Develop your Craft
* Set goals for student development and professional growth
* Actively reflect on your own work and monitor progress toward goals
* Productively seek, give, and use feedback
* Positively contribute to the school's collegial community
* Participate in all scheduled professional development activities and seek out additional opportunities
* Involve yourself in the continual development and improvement of the school's curriculum, culture, and program.
EQA encourages individuals of all identities and backgrounds to apply for this position. We are an equal opportunity employer, fully committed to hiring a talented and diverse group of individuals. EQA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable law. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. EQA does not sponsor employment visas.
EQA encourages individuals of all identities and backgrounds to apply for this position. We are an equal opportunity employer, fully committed to hiring a talented and diverse group of individuals. EQA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable law. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. EQA does not sponsor employment visas. In compliance with state law, all persons hired will be required to verify eligibility to work in a Louisiana public school via the appropriate background checks.
$41k-54k yearly est. 27d ago
School Counselor
East Baton Rouge Parish School Board 4.0
Counselor internship job in Baton Rouge, LA
CURRICULUM SUPPORT/School Counselor Additional Information: Show/Hide Job Title: School Counselor Reports To: Immediate Supervisor Prepared By: The Division of Human Resources Summary: The primary responsibility of the School Counselor shall be counseling students and providing those services directly related to counseling. The School Counselor shall be responsible for the effective management of the school counseling department to which he/she is assigned. The school counseling program shall be conducted in accordance with policies adopted by the Board of Education and with regulations and procedures of the district.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
* Counseling students, providing guidance concerning attendance, enrollment, academics, scheduling, college and career opportunities; maintaining records and files.
* Provides a confidential counseling environment.
* Counsels with students individually and in small groups for specifically identified needs as endorsed by a recognized guidance curriculum.
* Consults with parents, school staff, other pupil personnel specialists and community agency personnel to help students experiencing problems. Meets with students to provide information on curricular and extracurricular alternatives and the career goals to which they may lead.
* Assists students in making appropriate post-secondary or vocational choices.
* Assists students and parents in the preparation and processing of college, scholarship, and employment applications. Provides orientation for new students.
* Assists in identification, referral and appropriate placement of students with special needs.
* Assists parents in monitoring academic progress of students.
* Provides appropriate feedback to teachers regarding needs of students.
* Provides counseling for departing students: transfers and dropouts.
* Supervises the coordination and interpretation of standardized testing.
* Participates in curriculum development and serves on faculty committees.
* Attends staff meetings and department sponsored workshops.
* Prepares and presents sessions regarding personal growth, school adjustment, career development, self-concept, attendance and related matters.
* Provides scheduled and spontaneous discussions with teachers, administrators, and parents and outside agency personnel.
* Counsels students and provides career information.
* Organizes counseling staff and delegates assignments.
* Manages the guidance department's budget. Coordinates summer school registration.
* Consults with the principal regularly concerning the overall operation and implementation of the guidance program.
* Conducts regularly scheduled departmental meetings with staff.
* Maintains students' records.
* Supervises the evaluation of the guidance program.
Other Duties:
Other duties as assigned that are related to the functions of the position.
Essential Functions/Qualifications/Requirements:
Education and Experience:
Master's degree in guidance and counseling and considerable counseling and guidance or teaching experience. A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications. A Valid Louisiana Ancillary Teaching Certificate - Counseling.
Work Environment Conditions:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Professional Conduct:
The Employees are required to maintain a high standard of professional conduct. Breach of said professional conduct includes, but is not limited to, neglect of duty, dishonesty, engagement in acts that are contrary to East Baton Rouge Parish School System policy, unlawful activities, or any other conduct which is seriously prejudicial to the school system.
Technological Abilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be proficient in general use of a computer, the use of Email as a form of communication, and other job-specific equipment, software, and/or applications.
Note: New employees coming to EBRPSS/current employees new to a position, must use the Verifent website to verify qualifying years of experience (outside of EBRPSS) aligned to the . All new employees to the district/current employees new to a position will receive 0 years of experience aligned to the until the verification of previous experience aligned to the job description is received.
Verifient Link
Experience verifications must be received in the Office of Human Resources within the first 6 months of employment in order to be eligible for a retroactive payment.
The East Baton Rouge Parish School System and all of its entities (including Career and Technical Education Programs) do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, national origin, disability, or gender in its educational programs and activities (including employment and application for employment), and it is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of gender by Title IX (20 USC 168) and on the basis of disability by Section 504 (42 USC 794). The Title IX Coordinator is Andrew Davis, Director of Risk Management - **********************, **************. The Section 504 Coordinator is Danielle Staten-Ojo - **********************, **************.
How much does a counselor internship earn in Hammond, LA?
The average counselor internship in Hammond, LA earns between $28,000 and $62,000 annually. This compares to the national average counselor internship range of $31,000 to $65,000.
Average counselor internship salary in Hammond, LA