Marriage and family therapist jobs in Louisiana

Description Primary Care Clinician nurse will work collaboratively with physicians, staff and other health care professionals to provide a smooth health care continuum for all patients within the clinic setting. Check below to see if you have what is needed for this opportunity, and if so, make an application asap. The nurse is an integral member of the clinic care team who works to ensure safety, best practice and high quality standards of care are maintained across the continuum. The RN is responsible for coordinating a variety of patient wellness and chronic illness activities for the clinic's entire patient population. Success will be measured by the results of the outcome performance measures of the population of patients in the clinic. (eg. Patient Satisfaction, ACO, HCC, clinic quality dashboards). The RN acts in a clinical leadership role utilizing concepts of critical thinking and creative problem solving to ensure positive outcomes in the delivery of clinical care. Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited program for Registered Nursing. BSN preferred CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: Licensed by State of New Mexico as an RN. BLS Certification issued through American Heart Association required, or within 2 weeks of hire date. SKILLS: Knowledge of and practical use of good business Ability to communicate effectively using written and verbal skill Demonstrates effective teaching techniques, applying adult learning principles. Demonstrates the ability to coordinate and implement appropriate educational materials for patients and their support systems. EXPERIENCE: One year experience working as a nurse in a clinical setting. NATURE OF SUPERVISION: -Responsible to: CSVCG Dyad In conjunction with clinic leadership and dyads: Supervises daily activities of medical assistants. In conjunction with Clinic leadership ensures timely orientation and competencies completion for all clinical support staff. Ensures provision of uninterrupted clinical care. Provides feedback to manager for annual performance evaluations of clinical staff. ENVIRONMENT: -Bloodborne pathogen: B PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighting up to 50 pounds. Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours. xevrcyc Frequent exposure to bodily fluids, communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment.

Dillard University, classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a balanced arts and sciences/professions institution, invites applications and nominations for the position of Licensed Professional Counselor. The University is located in the culturally-rich and diverse city of New Orleans, Louisiana. Position Summary: The Licensed Professional Counselor for Student Support Services: Regular is responsible for assisting in identifying a pool of students eligible to participate in program services. Recommend students for personal counseling in individual and/or group settings. Present workshops/seminars on personal development issues, academic success strategies graduate school information, career information, and other relevant topics. Provide feedback to laboratory instructors and faculty to aid them in meeting the student's academic and personal needs. Refer students to proper agencies when their problems extend beyond the realm of Student Support Services. Assist in data collection and preparation of performance reports for the U.S. Department of Education. Maintain ongoing reports of all counseling activities. Assist in preparation of all grant applications. Please note: This is a Temporary full-time position scheduled for forty (40) hours per week. Hiring Manager Ridell Rose Responsibilities/Accountability: • Acceptance of Mission: Dillard University's mission is to produce graduates who excel, become world leaders, are broadly educated, culturally aware, and concerned with improving the human condition. Through a highly personalized and learning-centered approach, Dillard's students are able to meet the competitive demands of a diverse, global and technologically advanced society. Upon acceptance of this position, you are agreeing to adhere to the Mission and Values of Dillard University and the responsibilities set forth. • Develops personalize action plans and/or intervention plans based on their circumstances during the initial meeting with the student. • Maintain direct contact with assigned student including but not limited to monitoring academic progress; discussing and supporting the student as she/he resolves issues that occur in the classroom environment; informing and appraising students of available resources. • Assist students experiencing difficulty academically or in other areas, helping them to develop and implement student action (success) plans. • Counsel students facing academic challenges, as well as academic and/or personal obstacles. • Maintains current and accurate files on students to include individual counseling sessions, reason for each session, an assessment and a plan of action with appropriate follow-up. • Develops a system to communicate with other staff, departments and community resources to coordinate the delivery of services needed for the students. • Interact effectively with program administrative staff (i.e., Program Director, Assistant Vice President, and Vice President) and Program Coordinators. • Identifies and addresses personal issues that are barriers to successful adjustment and participation in the program. • Makes referrals to proper agencies for students who need more intensive services. • Develops methods and strategies to keep students motivated to achieve their goals. • Track progress toward student's academic and personal goals. • Assures necessary confidentiality of student information and safeguard their right to privacy. • Keeps abreast of all correspondence and changes related to counseling in an effort to provide current information and quality services to students. • Present workshops/seminars on personal development issues, graduate school information, career information, and other relevant topics. • Develops and conducts sessions/workshops on parenting and life skills for Keys to Success: Single Parent college students. • Facilitates routine group and individual meetings and conferences with single parent college students. • Provides support as personal issues arise, referring parents, as needed, to the appropriate services within and outside of Dillard University (e.g., academic support services, counseling, child care services, community programs, etc.). • Collect, evaluate and record all information pertaining to student cases that come in through the program, as well as referrals from other University departments. • Communicate and collaborate with other University departments to expedite resolution of problems. • Assist in data collection and preparation of performance reports for the U.S. Department of Education and Dillard University. • Maintain ongoing reports of all counseling activities. • Assist in preparation of all grant applications. • Performs other related duties designed to support the success of Student Support Services and the Counseling Center. • Extended hours required on an as needed basis, including evening, early morning and weekend assignments, as needed. • Performs related duties as assigned. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Required Education, Experience, Skills and Abilities • A minimum of a Master's degree is required, preferably in Counselor Education, Guidance and Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or related area. • Broad knowledge of counseling strategies. • Three years of counseling related experience. • Experience with diagnostic and assessment tools preferred. • Grant writing skills. • The successful candidate will have experience in working with students from a disadvantaged background. Additional qualifications would include prior experience working with a TRIO program (s), and having comprehensive knowledge of academic needs of low-income, first- generation, and/or disabled students. Physical Demands The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Job DescriptionSalary: $25-35$ DOE This posting is for a candidate pool and talent pipeline for future opportunities. MISSION STATEMENT The mission of UPRISING ADDICTION CENTER is to offer the highest quality and professional, Inpatient Detoxification, Residential Treatment, and Partial Hospital Program (PHP. We are committed to treating patients and their families with the highest regard and respect as clients work toward reaching their highest growth potential in their recovery process. This is accomplished through the strict adherence to the highest ethical standards of care and policies and procedures set forth by the Louisiana Department of State of Health Services and the Joint Commission. UPRISING ADDICTION CENTER ensures all clients are treated with compassion, respect, and dignity regardless of race, creed, age, sex, handicaps, or sexual orientation. UPRISING ADDICTION CENTER employees are competent and responsible personnel who adhere to a strict code of professional ethics which include but are not limited to the prohibition of fraternization with patients, exploitation of clients, or any criminal behaviors. UPRISING ADDICTION CENTER provides clients with accurate and complete information regarding the available services including the program rules, regulations, goals and objectives of the program. Appropriate availability of alternative treatment modalities is made at any time before during or after treatment if they are requested or the clients needs are out of the scope of our practice. UPRISING ADDICTION CENTER will ensure that discharge from treatment is conducted in accordance with Louisiana rule standards. UPRISING ADDICTION CENTER provides both Louisiana regulations and Joint Commission environment of care standards. UPRISING ADDICTION CENTER will take all necessary and appropriate measures to maintain individual client records and information in a confidential and professional manner. UPRISING ADDICTION CENTER strives to maintain positive relations with the surrounding community and pursues every reasonable action to encourage responsible client behaviors and community safety. SUMMARY The Therapist at UPRISING ADDICTION CENTER is responsible for providing addiction and mental health treatment to patients in the Inpatient Detoxification, Resident Treatment (RTC), and Partial Hospital Program (PHP). As part of a multidisciplinary team, the Counselor will perform direct services, including individual, family and group psychotherapy, assessments, consultations and crisis interventions within the scope of the respective individuals license. AGE/PATIENT POPULATION(S) SERVED Age of Patient Population Served: Adult (18 & older) Population Served: Persons meeting DSM5 criteria for substance use disorders with or without co-occurring psychiatric illness EXPECTATIONS OF ALL EMPLOYEES Adheres to all UPRISING ADDICTION CENTER Policies and Procedures Conducts self in a manner that represents UPRISING ADDICTION CENTERs values at all times Maintains a positive and respectful attitude with all work-related contacts Communicates regularly with supervisor about departmental and UPRISING ADDICTION CENTER concerns Consistently reports to work on time, prepared to perform the duties of the position Meets productivity standards and performs duties as workload necessitates ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Keeping abreast of current literature and developments in the field, and attending required agency training. Appropriately documents clinical service provided. Ensures to use the utmost of care in protecting the confidentiality of client records in accordance with State and Federal laws Collaborates with medical, nursing, and counseling staff regarding detox clients Provide Professional and ethical therapy to chemically dependent patients in treatment through group, individual counseling, family counseling, and education. Documenting casework in a timely manner in compliance with agency policies and procedures, including writing objective case notes, progress and discharge reports, and other timely status reports as requested by the supervisor and according to Louisiana & Joint Commission standards. Presents changes, improvements or additions to protocols or behavioral health services to the team. Understands and adheres to UPRISING ADDICTION CENTERs compliance standards as they appear in UPRISING ADDICTION CENTERs Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy. Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and UPRISING ADDICTION CENTER regulations, laws, and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified. Keeps abreast of current literature and developments in the field, and attending required agency training. Appropriately documents clinical service provided. Performs other duties and tasks as required AGE SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES (ADULT, 18yrs+) 1. Demonstrates ability to systemically collect, record and analyze data and other relevant interactive social systems, including mental status, special precautions (suicidality, homicidality, elopement); physical problems/medical acuity (withdrawal and nutritional needs); and ethnic concerns (social, religious, or cultural needs). 2. Uses assessment data to identify problem list and other interactive social systems. 3. Initiates/develops a treatment plan with specific goals and interventions unique to the needs of the patient. 4. Intervenes as guided by the treatment plan to implement appropriate interventions that promote, maintain, or restore physical and mental health, prevent illness effect rehabilitation, and restore developmental progression in adulthood. 5. Provides health teaching for adult/family through individual and group interactions. 6. Recommends special precautions for adults, as needed. 7. Evaluates the response of the adult/family to interventions in order to revise the plan, including discharge criteria. 8. Ability to apply ASAM criteria for appropriate level of care determination. MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS Education, Training, and Experience Required: Mental health professional licensure in Louisiana, to include Licensed Psychologist (Ph.D., Psy.D., Ed.D.), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW/LMSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC/P-LPC)), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT/P-LMFT). Successful completion of continuing education as required by license issuing body. Required: possess a Masters Degree in social work, counseling, psychology, addiction or related field from a regionally or nationally accredited university. Current CPR certification (will provide training at facility) Current SAMA/CTI/CPI certification (will provide training at facility) Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of industry standards: organization, theory, principles, and research processes, accreditation and regulatory standards, ability to assess clinical care requirements based on psychotherapeutic and human development principles, scope of practice, and regulatory standards. Understanding of Addiction: Basic knowledge about substance use disorders Treatment knowledge: familiarity with behavior change and recovery models Application to practice: Methods for applying intervention and recovery knowledge to practice Professional readiness: Issues related to self-awareness, diversity, ethics, ad continuing education Knowledge of PC software programs, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel is required. Accurately and timely enters clinical documentation using electronic medical records (EMR) software. Written and oral communication skills; must be able to concentrate on work amid distractions such as noise, conversations and foot traffic Must maintain self-control in volatile or hostile situations such as when verbally or physically confronted in an aggressive manner Must be able to work independently with little direct supervision in an unstructured environment with multiple demands Reading and writing level that can clearly express or understand complex concepts, assessments, directions and processes or sequences of events - level equivalent to at least two years of college. Ability to represent the program well in interactions both inside and outside the facility Working knowledge of (American Society of Addiction Medicine) ASAM criteria. PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand or sit for extended periods of time. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The job requires frequent contact with water (hand washing and cleaning) and working with body fluid and hazardous chemicals. When under these working conditions, OSHA standards and universal precautions must be followed at all times. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal to high volumes of stress. EEOC STATEMENT: It is our policy toabide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a), prohibiting discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibiting discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Job Description Role: Mental Health Specialist About Us: Son of a Saint exists to enhance the lives of fatherless boys through mentorship, emotional support, development of life skills, exposure to constructive experiences and formation of positive, lasting peer-to-peer relationships. Son of a Saint equips boys with the tools they need to become productive men. We give them hope, vision, and opportunity as well as provide a secure and consistent environment for them. Position Summary: Son of a Saint is looking for an an experienced, strengths-based clinician to support the emotional, mental and social well being of the boys in our community-based program. This Mental Health Specialist will provide individual counseling as well as facilitate group therapy for boys processing similar experiences, such as grief and trauma. Whenever possible, the Mental Health Specialist will involve caregivers and families to provide psychoeducation, establish healthy boundaries, and open lines of communication. The Mental Health Specialist will respond to and support boys and families during crisis situations as they emerge. On an organizational level, this position will develop and improve our policies related to behavioral health and crisis intervention. The Mental Health Specialist works closely with the case manager and the program manager. This position will operate within the context of our holistic and individualized program, which includes mentorship, tutoring, tuition support, recreational activities, travel, and career development opportunities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Conduct psychosocial interviews and initial assessments with youth and caregivers to identify strengths, needs, and appropriate interventions Establish and maintain trusting therapeutic relationships with boys and families Develop individualized treatment plans including goals and objectives Provide therapy using evidence-based interventions and strong clinical skills Maintain and document professional records in a timely manner Respond to crisis situations Monitor progress through observation and information gathering Review and modify treatment plans on a quarterly basis to ensure consistent progress in accordance with stated goals Develop and improve organizational policies related to crisis response and mental health services Facilitate trainings for mentors and caregivers related to youth wellbeing Conduct assessments prior to client termination and write evaluative reports based on goal achievement Competencies: Team Focused & Collaborative: Promotes cooperation and commitment within a team to achieve goals and objectives; collaborates with team members, sharing ideas and differences openly; receptive to new ideas and adapts to change as necessary. Self-Accountability & Work Standards: Sets high standards of performance for self and assumes responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks. Stress tolerance: Maintains composure in highly stressful or adverse situations. Valuing Diversity: Helps to create an environment that embraces diversity and advocates for equity. Confidentiality, Integrity, Ethics and Trust: Maintains confidentiality and earns others' trust and respect through consistent honesty and professionalism in all interactions. Organizational Culture: Commitment to Son of a Saint's mission; experience with issues that impact the lives of Son of a Saint boys and families; sensitive to issues of confidentiality and diversity. Qualifications: Master's degree in social work or counseling from an accredited institution At least 3+ years of clinical experience with youth and families Valid professional license: LCSW or LPC Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate verbally and in writing to individuals and groups Driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation Use cultural humility to effectively communicate with individuals from diverse backgrounds and promote an inclusive environment Successfully pass a background check Job Type: Full time This position requires flexible scheduling, after-hours support, and availability based on the needs of the boys and families.

Mental Health Specialists (MHS) deliver direct care services under the supervision of a Therapist or a Mental Health Professional who is responsible for each resident's Active Treatment Plan. Mental Health Specialists have one of the most direct and influential roles in our residents' progress in treatment. Mental Health Specialists report directly to their unit's Supervisor regarding shift scheduling, training, daily activity schedules, house maintenance, and all the other tasks related to the direct care of residents. RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Ensure the provision of compassionate, culturally sensitive services. 2. Ensure all house or unit residents are present and on time for all clinical activities. Any absence from a clinical activity must be preapproved by the Therapist responsible for a resident's Active Treatment Plan. (This is a primary responsibility and will be measured by the agency's QA process.) 3. Create a culture of care which discourages the use of protective holds and escorts. (This is primary responsibility and will be measured by the agency's QA process.) 4. With the assistance of the Therapist, create a living environment which residents evaluate positively. (This is a primary responsibility and will be measured by the agency's QA process.) 5. Ensure agency's Behavioral Management Plan is implemented with fidelity. 6. Actively participate in treatment team meetings and communicate fully regarding the delivery of treatment services to the house or unit residents, each resident's progress and condition on the unit or house, and the impact of program operations on treatment. 7. Implement with fidelity all personalized interventions indicated in each resident's Active Treatment Plan. 8. Maintain the structure, cleanliness and organization of the house or unit. 9. Implement the agency's milieu model with fidelity. 10. Provide life skill training to residents as a routine matter in the course of daily living in the house or unit. 11. Interact positively with residents, their family members, fellow staff members and all other stakeholders. 12. Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS 1. Must have empathy for others and practice the Golden Rule in relationships with residents and their families, with fellow staff member and with others. 2. Must be an eager learner and willing to try new methods. 3. Must have a fundamental love for children and a desire to be an agent for change in their lives. 4. Must be actively pursuing a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in a mental health-related field (including, but not limited to sociology, criminal justice, nursing, marriage and family counseling, rehabilitation counseling, psychological counseling and other professional counseling); or 5. Have earned a Bachelor's degree and is a student pursuing a graduate degree in a mental health-related field and have completed at least two courses in that identified field; or 6. Have a high school degree or a GED and have two years experience providing direct services in a mental health, physical health, social services, educational or correctional setting. 7. Must possess a strong sense of personal authority, maturity and integrity for a positive, influential role with children. 8. Must be able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, in a diverse range of audiences and settings. 9. Must be skilled in conflict resolution and mediation. 10. Must have strong verbal and social skills for use with residents and staff. 11. Must be committed to the protection of confidential information, records and reports. 12. Must have a strong work ethic and be willing to commit to significant job responsibilities. 13. Must be flexible in ability to function in demanding position. EMPLOYMENT PROVISIONS Time on Duty: To be arranged so as best to accomplish the work to be done. Salary: As provided for in the Annual Budget. FLSA Exemption: Non-exempt Benefits: As stated in Personnel Policies and Procedures and determined by the Board of Directors. DISCLAIMER The foregoing description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. Activity (Hours per day) Never/Rarely 0 hours Occasionally Up to 3 hours Frequently 3-6 hours Constantly 6-8 + hours Sitting  Standing  Walking  Running  Bending (neck)  Bending (waist)  Squatting  Climbing  Kneeling  Crawling  Twisting (neck)  Twisting (waist)  Is repetitive use of hand required?  Simple Grasping with hands  Power Grasping with hands  Fine Manipulation with hands  Reaching/above shoulder level  Reaching/below shoulder level  Please indicate the daily Lifting and Carrying requirements of the job, and indicate the height the object is to be lifted from floor, table, or overhead locations and the distance the object is to be carried: LIFTING CARRYING Pounds Never 0 hours Occasionally Up to 3 hours Frequently 3-6 hours Constantly 6-8 + hours Height Never 0 hours Occasionally Up to 3 hours Frequently 3-6 hours Constantly 6-8 + hours Distance 0-10   10-25   25-50   50-75   75-100   Working Conditions Percentage of time in climate controlled area (“inside” work)? 70% Percentage of time spent outdoors? 30% Is there exposure to hazardous materials? FREQUENTLY - BIO-BODILY FLUIDS Bio/Chemical/Other (Rarely/ Occasionally/ Frequently/ Constantly)

JOB TITLE: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) DEPARTMENT: Behavioral Health SUPERVISED BY: Behavioral Health Director SUMMARY: provide, oversee, and/or administer a wide range of psychosocial evaluations/assessments, diagnostic, counseling therapy, crisis intervention, resourcing, and case management services which require a high degree of independent decision making and program administration; record appropriate documentation of services including patient diagnosis and education, as well as in the electronic health record; initiating and implementing behavioral interventions; Work is performed in an office setting. EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: 1. Master's or Doctoral degree in the Mental Health Counseling Field; 2. Possess and maintain Licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor in Louisiana which must be unrestricted, current, complete, and active; 3. Maintain CME/CEU requirements necessary for license renewal in Louisiana 4. Minimum of one year experience required Job Responsibilities: 1. Highly knowledgeable with DSM diagnosis and ICD coding 2. Possess strong understanding of societies and their impact on mental health 3. Ability to solve problems, monitor and examine patients 4. Knowledgeable of community resources 5. Highly knowledgeable with applying therapeutic orientations on a case by case basis 6. Ability to maintain a good working relationship with colleagues 7. Ability to build and maintain rapport with clients and their supports 8. Highly knowledgeable in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of mental, emotional, behavioral, and/or addictive disorders and in psychoeducational techniques aimed at the prevention of such disorders 9. Consultation to individuals, couples, families, groups, and organizations 10. Research into more effective therapeutic treatment modalities 11. Cognitive-behavioral, interpersonal, and psychodynamic therapies 12.Knowledge of principles and practices of health care planning and management sufficient to manage, direct and coordinate the operation of a health care organization 13.Knowledge of the purposes, organization and policies of the communitys health systems sufficient to interact with other health care providers 14.Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with peers, employees, policy-making bodies, third-party payers, patients, caregivers, and the public 15.Skill in organizing work, making assignments, and achieving goals and objectives 16.Knowledge of the policies and procedures of the clinic sufficient to direct its operations and to provide effective patient care 17.Ability to multi-task and work effectively in a high-stress and fast-moving environment 18.Ability to be culturally sensitive and effective when working with ethnically diverse populations 19.Ability to assume responsibility and exercise authority over assigned work functions 20.Ability to establish and maintain quality control standards 21.Ability to organize and integrate organizational priorities and deadlines 22.Ability to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel 23.Ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing practices 24.Participate in problem-solving and implementation of plans for departmental improvement 25. Demonstrate a desire to learn more and actively pursues that desire for professional development MISSION AND CUSTOMER SERVICE: 1. Demonstrate the Mission and acts in ways that advance the best interest of the customers entrusted to our care. Positively represents SWLA Center for Health Services (SWLA) in the workplace and the community. 2. Present a professional image: apparel and appearance are appropriate according to SWLA department dress code. 3. Demonstrate effective communication and listens attentively to the customer and promptly acts upon requests with consideration for patient privacy. Keep the customer informed about their care and treatment in a comfortable atmosphere. 4. Respect the gifts and talents (the diversity that co-workers bring to their jobs) of each other. Demonstrates effective communication and assists co-workers as necessary. 5. Respect the privacy and confidentiality of the customers we serve, our physicians, co-workers and the community. 6. Practices safe work habits and maintain a safe environment for self, co-workers, patients, and visitors. 7. Work collaboratively to solve problems, improve processes, and develop services. Acts as an advocate for our customers. 8. Complies with organization/department policies and procedures, including but not limited to confidentiality, safety, cooperation/flexibility and attendance. 9. Understands and complies with applicable federal/state laws and Standards of Conduct as related to assigned job duties. 10.Participates in departmental or organizational quality. Continuous performance improvement activity. BENEFITS: We offer competitive pay and our benefits package includes: Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental Insurance Retirement Plan 401k Matching Paid Time Off Paid Sick Leave Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program SCHEDULE: All medical staff follow our clinic operational hours. Monday: 8:00 am to 5:30 pm Tuesday 8:00 am to 5:30 pm Wednesday 8:00 am to 5:30 pm Thursday 8:00 am to 5:30 pm Friday 8:00 am to 2:00 pm Saturday Closed Sunday Closed

Job Details COGNITIVE - LAPLACE - LAPLACE, LADescription Louisiana Behavioral Health Services of Seaside Healthcare (Cognitive Development Center) is seeking a Mental Health Specialist to join our team. Our mission is to improve the lives of our patients and their communities through outcome-based, cost-effective mental health services delivered with dignity and respect. Our team strives to maintain a positive, enthusiastic environment aimed at helping individuals achieve their maximum potential. A Mental Health Specialist (MHS) provides Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) to children and adults with mental or behavioral health needs for the purpose of improving an individual's mental health or to treat illness. Services are provided in the home, school, and community setting. Qualifications needed: Minimum of bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in the field of: Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Rehabilitation Services, Special Education, Early Childhood Education, Secondary Education, Family and Consumer Sciences, Criminal Justice, or Human Growth and Development Or bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a MINOR in Counseling, Social Work, Sociology, or Psychology Or Twenty -One years of age or older (as of 1/1/2022), have a HS diploma or equivalent AND have been continuously employed by a licensed/accredited agency providing PSR services since prior to 1/1/2019. Valid driver's license in good standing LA-BHS of Seaside Healthcare offers the following to ALL Mental Health Specialists: Competitive Compensation based on experience. Flexible Scheduling Contact Allowance Opportunity for growth and development 401(K) Retirement plan Full Time Mental Health Specialists are eligible for the following: Paid Time Off Voluntary Medical, Dental, Vision benefits Voluntary Supplemental Insurance - Life, AD&D, and AFLAC plans.

Job DescriptionAddictions CounselorJob Details Job Type Full-time New Orleans, LADescription Job title Certified Addictions Counselor Reports to Associate Primary Care Director Position Summary The Certified Addictions Counselor (CAC) functions as a member of a progressive, interdisciplinary team. The Certified Addictions Counselor impacts the health of individuals, families and the community through health promotion, disease prevention and chronic disease care including monitoring and evaluating health services and outcomes and documenting services. The Certified Addictions Counselor supports patients, families and the community to achieve their highest level of wellness, learn to live with or recover from illness or addiction, and to enhance their care capabilities and to support their right to make choices. A valued member of the primary care team, the Certified Addictions Counselor is strategically placed to optimize exercising his/her knowledge and expertise as a counselor and educator for patients and families. The Certified Addictions Counselor will be primarily responsible for enrollment of patients into care/ new patient intake, coordination of Suboxone inductions, patient education, naloxone training, peer support groups, counseling, coordination of referrals, community outreach and administrative support duties. Essential Duties and Functions Work collaboratively with the Primary Care Department, the Integrated Behavioral Health Department, the Outpatient Health Department, and Outreach teams to provide comprehensive care coordination for all MAT program patients. Completes intakes/comprehensive assessments for assigned MAT/SUD clients Performs follow up, ongoing assessments and notes for MAT/SUD patients. Develops a plan for on-going MAT clients specifying objectives and outcome goals Collaborate with Behavioral Therapists in coordination of group and individual psychoeducation intervention strategies to assist patients in their wellness plan. Provides individual and group treatment to address addictive behaviors by using Evidence Based practices and approaches such as: Trauma Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction, and 12 step group sessions Conduct group and schedule individual substance use disorder counseling meetings with patients to assess triggers, cravings, withdrawal symptoms, substance use, motivation to remain in recovery Assist the client in developing skills required to achieve sobriety and better enhance his/her abilities to function as a productive member of the community. Provides ongoing support for clients in areas of their daily living situation; assist client to build resilience through focusing on interpersonal skills, maintenance of mental needs with particular focus on substance abuse issues, educational needs, connecting to work training, fulfilling their legal obligations in order to remain in the community. Facilitates appropriate needed referrals as recommended by BTs and Prescriber to other treatment programs, i.e., detox, inpatient or residential treatment facilities and medical care in conjunction with the client's insurance and primary care provider. Meet with patients in program at least monthly to assess any issues. Perform outreach as needed, facilitate transitions of care to different level facilities as needed. Provide support during taper. Responsible for overseeing the patient schedule and attending huddles to identify issues/potential new referrals; facilitate patient scheduling in conjunction with PSRs to ensure smooth clinical workflow. Attendance and participation in meetings, in-services, educational programs and other activities as deemed appropriate. Implement and maintain quality improvement activities related to Primary Care, in collaboration with the Quality Coordinator and the Primary Care Director. Assist with Prior Authorizations as needed Provides after hours work including: participation in weekly on call phone rotation schedule to permit 24 hour/7 day a week access to service Monitors and reports information to the Manager Performs other duties assigned by the Manager Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of primary health care and the social determinants of health Knowledge of concepts of health promotion, disease prevention, behavior change counseling, program planning, individual and group counseling Excellent organizational skills to manage numerous practice activities Proficiency in computer skills, familiarity with Electronic Medical Records and willingness to learn all computer systems Unconditional ability to maintain HIPAA regulations Leadership skills that include the ability and desire to champion teambuilding within the Primary Care Department Demonstrates effective time management skills and follow through Support the Center's commitment to the creation of a trauma-informed system of care that continually recognizes and responds to the impact of traumatic stress on all those who have contact with the organization, including children, adults, families, caregivers, and staff. Uphold the commitments that include: non-violence, emotional intelligence, social learning, open communication, social responsibility, democracy, and growth and change. Demonstrate cultural competence/proficiency in interactions with others by treating co-workers, colleagues and those receiving service with respect and fairness at all times. Awareness and sensitivity to the structural conditions and power dynamics involved in systems of oppression embedded in health care that impacts health Ability to build and maintain positive and professional relationships based on respect, trust, and safety. Ability to create a space for staff and those we serve to feel physically and emotionally safe. Ability to support individuals on their paths to recovery and healing and resist re-traumatization of staff and patients. Demonstrate exemplary problem-solving, communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills. Ability to work effectively as a team member Exemplary organizational skills and ability to prioritize Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field. Certification may be required to be obtained within a specific timeframe of hire date, depending on program license requirements. CAC Certification A minimum of two years of experience working with individuals with co-occurring disorders. Working knowledge of computer business software and electronic health care record programs. Working conditions Exposure to Loud Noise Requirements Physical requirements Lifting Requirements Light: exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. The use of arm and/or leg Physical Requirements Stand or Sit (stationary position) Walk Use hands or fingers to handle or feel (operate, activate, prepare, inspect, position) Climb (stairs/ladders) Talk/Hear (communicate, converse, convey, express/exchange information) See (detect, identify, recognize, inspect, assess) Pushing or Pulling Repetitive Motion Reaching (high or low) Kneel, Stoop, Crouch or Crawl (position self, move) About Company:Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organizations stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterment. Apis Services, Inc. and affiliate's provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.

Render individual Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) services to both adolescent and adult clients in the community Be knowledgeable of your clients including their strengths, diagnosis, treatment goals and treatment plan. Assist clients in restoring, rehabilitating, and developing social and interpersonal skills; Identify, enhance, and establish support networks, community awareness, coping strategies, and improve functioning in the individuals social environments (home, work, school); Complete 90 Day progress summaries for each client. Participate in collaborative meetings with Rehabilitation Services staff, other agencies or community and natural supports as needed. Communicate clients status on a regular basis, including, but not limited to changes in mood or functioning, medical issues, and all crisis and health and safety issues. Be knowledgeable of and adept at producing effective, clinical documentation of every contact with recipient. Turning in notes on time according to policy. Document all no shows, and communicate all difficulties contacting clients with appropriate office staff. Document services provided regularly, concisely, and completely in accordance with clinical standards by office deadline. Be able, or willing to learn, to use computer interface to complete documentation for billing or other purposes as needed. Attend all office trainings as well as regular clinical supervision sessions with Clinical Manager and/or Team Manager. Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time Minimum Educational Requirements: Must have one of the following educational requirements and experience: A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college with a major or minor in one of the following: Social Work Psychology Sociology Rehabilitation Services Special Education Early Childhood Education Secondary Education Family and Consumer Sciences Human Growth and Development Schedule: Choose your own hours Evenings as needed Monday to Friday Weekends as needed

We are looking for a skilled psychotherapist, with experience and passion for severe mental illness, to become part of the EPIC-NOLA team as EPIC develops a hub-and-spoke model for coordinated specialty care services across the state of Louisiana. This therapist will provide behavioral health assessments, therapeutic services, crisis intervention, and/or other identified clinical services appropriate to stabilize and improve functioning of clients experiencing their first-episode of psychosis via telehealth for a new spoke first-episode psychosis clinic. * Knowledge of the fundamentals of first-episode psychosis interventions * Ability to provide telehealth services to individuals and to groups * Ability to clinical services including behavioral health assessments, individual, family, and group therapy sessions * Ability to conduct psycho-educational groups for clients or family members as deemed appropriate, as well as learn different group therapy modalities when appropriate * Ability to provide of crisis intervention services to the client and/or family * Ability to provision of consultation and support to service providers (i.e. school staff, case managers, etc.) * Ability to develop individual educational/employment goals, defining steps and timelines towards reaching those goals * Ability to provide outreach to hospital emergency departments, psychiatric hospitals, developmental disabilities service providers, PCPs, behavioral health service providers, and Mobile Crisis service providers to inform them of FEP services * Case Management services as required to link clients to needed services beyond those offered by the agency * Ability to travel to neighboring communities * Master's Degree in either counseling or social work * 2 years of clinical experience beyond graduate school * Licensed in the State of Louisianan with an LCSW or LPC * Experience in the mental health evaluation of adolescents and young adults * Experience with psychotic disorders * Interest in research * Training in multiple areas of psychotherapy including but not limited to cognitive behavior therapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy, supportive therapy

Job Description If you have a current license to provide counseling/therapy or you are working toward a license, and you have a compassionate, caring heart, then we have a career waiting for you in Lafayette. Apply today to join our team as a Counselor and make STEPS Recovery your new "work home". To be considered, please submit a complete, current resume with employment dates and include your counseling experience and any substance abuse experience. For immediate consideration, send your resume through this job posting. If you are unable to do so, you may fax your resume to ************. No phone calls or in person visits please so we may focus on client care. If you join our work family, you will be eligible for our generous paid time off which includes 5 sick days each year, vacation that increases over time, 7 paid holidays each year, and more. Additionally, our benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, short & long term disability, accident, critical illness and more for you and your family. PLEASE NOTE: pay depends upon experience (the range on this ad is Indeed's automated estimate). Benefits may be adjusted annually as new or different options become available. If you join our team, you'll enjoy the following responsibilities: Provide clinical services via individual, group and family therapy. Write and submit clinical master admission, discharge and updated treatment plans, and clinical updates for utilization review. Provide crisis intervention and referrals for patients. Engage patients after admission and through their treatment episode to ensure delivery of the best patient care with unconditional positive regard. Document patient notes, interventions, phone calls, and overall patient data. Document weekly progress notes. Keep all patient charts up to date. Work collaboratively with the medical and clinical team and provide immediate notification of unusual or potentially high-risk findings. Actively participate in weekly treatment team meetings. Provide support for clinical services to other team members when needed. Adhere to rules and regulations regarding treatment, such as group size, caseload and referrals. Implement continuous quality improvement initiatives. Other duties as assigned. You must have the following education, skills and experience to be considered: Minimum of a bachelor's degree. Master's degree preferred. Current, unrestricted license - LAC, CAC, RAC, CCS, LMSW, LCSW, LPC (or PLPC), LMFT (or PLMFT), etc. A Counselor in Training (CiT) may be permitted in lieu of a license. Prior experience as a clinician or clinical intern, providing therapy services in addiction treatment or dual-diagnosis. Possess an understanding of the role of 12-step principles in sobriety. Ability to positively interact and develop rapport with patients and their families, professional support staff, team members and various individuals from the community agencies. Ability to effectively communicate both in writing and verbally. High energy with engaging personality and strong people skills. Ability to read and interpret written information; write clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar. Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; and participates in meetings. Ability to multi-task and successfully prioritize workload. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Pay and Benefits $35,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year Benefits: Dental insurance, Disability insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, Paid time off, Vision insurance Job Type Full-time

" "" Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) Wage: Between $90-$127 an hour Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - 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 Marriage and Family therapist at a Master's level or above with LMFT, LMFTS, or LCMFT 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. "

Dillard University, classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a balanced arts and sciences/professions institution, invites applications and nominations for the position of Licensed Professional Counselor. The University is located in the culturally-rich and diverse city of New Orleans, Louisiana. Position Summary: The Licensed Professional Counselor for Student Support Services: Regular is responsible for assisting in identifying a pool of students eligible to participate in program services. Recommend students for personal counseling in individual and/or group settings. Present workshops/seminars on personal development issues, academic success strategies graduate school information, career information, and other relevant topics. Provide feedback to laboratory instructors and faculty to aid them in meeting the student's academic and personal needs. Refer students to proper agencies when their problems extend beyond the realm of Student Support Services. Assist in data collection and preparation of performance reports for the U.S. Department of Education. Maintain ongoing reports of all counseling activities. Assist in preparation of all grant applications. Please note: This is a Temporary full-time position scheduled for forty (40) hours per week. Hiring Manager Ridell Rose Responsibilities/Accountability: • Acceptance of Mission: Dillard University's mission is to produce graduates who excel, become world leaders, are broadly educated, culturally aware, and concerned with improving the human condition. Through a highly personalized and learning-centered approach, Dillard's students are able to meet the competitive demands of a diverse, global and technologically advanced society. Upon acceptance of this position, you are agreeing to adhere to the Mission and Values of Dillard University and the responsibilities set forth.• Develops personalize action plans and/or intervention plans based on their circumstances during the initial meeting with the student.• Maintain direct contact with assigned student including but not limited to monitoring academic progress; discussing and supporting the student as she/he resolves issues that occur in the classroom environment; informing and appraising students of available resources.• Assist students experiencing difficulty academically or in other areas, helping them to develop and implement student action (success) plans.• Counsel students facing academic challenges, as well as academic and/or personal obstacles.• Maintains current and accurate files on students to include individual counseling sessions, reason for each session, an assessment and a plan of action with appropriate follow-up.• Develops a system to communicate with other staff, departments and community resources to coordinate the delivery of services needed for the students.• Interact effectively with program administrative staff (i.e., Program Director, Assistant Vice President, and Vice President) and Program Coordinators.• Identifies and addresses personal issues that are barriers to successful adjustment and participation in the program.• Makes referrals to proper agencies for students who need more intensive services.• Develops methods and strategies to keep students motivated to achieve their goals.• Track progress toward student's academic and personal goals.• Assures necessary confidentiality of student information and safeguard their right to privacy.• Keeps abreast of all correspondence and changes related to counseling in an effort to provide current information and quality services to students.• Present workshops/seminars on personal development issues, graduate school information, career information, and other relevant topics.• Develops and conducts sessions/workshops on parenting and life skills for Keys to Success: Single Parent college students.• Facilitates routine group and individual meetings and conferences with single parent college students.• Provides support as personal issues arise, referring parents, as needed, to the appropriate services within and outside of Dillard University (e.g., academic support services, counseling, child care services, community programs, etc.).• Collect, evaluate and record all information pertaining to student cases that come in through the program, as well as referrals from other University departments.• Communicate and collaborate with other University departments to expedite resolution of problems.• Assist in data collection and preparation of performance reports for the U.S. Department of Education and Dillard University.• Maintain ongoing reports of all counseling activities.• Assist in preparation of all grant applications.• Performs other related duties designed to support the success of Student Support Services and the Counseling Center.• Extended hours required on an as needed basis, including evening, early morning and weekend assignments, as needed.• Performs related duties as assigned. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Required Education, Experience, Skills and Abilities • A minimum of a Master's degree is required, preferably in Counselor Education, Guidance and Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or related area. • Broad knowledge of counseling strategies. • Three years of counseling related experience. • Experience with diagnostic and assessment tools preferred. • Grant writing skills. • The successful candidate will have experience in working with students from a disadvantaged background. Additional qualifications would include prior experience working with a TRIO program (s), and having comprehensive knowledge of academic needs of low-income, first- generation, and/or disabled students. Physical Demands The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

This posting is for a candidate pool and talent pipeline for future opportunities. MISSION STATEMENT The mission of UPRISING ADDICTION CENTER is to offer the highest quality and professional, Inpatient Detoxification, Residential Treatment, and Partial Hospital Program (PHP. We are committed to treating patients and their families with the highest regard and respect as clients work toward reaching their highest growth potential in their recovery process. This is accomplished through the strict adherence to the highest ethical standards of care and policies and procedures set forth by the Louisiana Department of State of Health Services and the Joint Commission. UPRISING ADDICTION CENTER ensures all clients are treated with compassion, respect, and dignity regardless of race, creed, age, sex, handicaps, or sexual orientation. UPRISING ADDICTION CENTER employees are competent and responsible personnel who adhere to a strict code of professional ethics which include but are not limited to the prohibition of fraternization with patients, exploitation of clients, or any criminal behaviors. UPRISING ADDICTION CENTER provides clients with accurate and complete information regarding the available services including the program rules, regulations, goals and objectives of the program. Appropriate availability of alternative treatment modalities is made at any time before during or after treatment if they are requested or the client's needs are out of the scope of our practice. UPRISING ADDICTION CENTER will ensure that discharge from treatment is conducted in accordance with Louisiana rule standards. UPRISING ADDICTION CENTER provides both Louisiana regulations and Joint Commission environment of care standards. UPRISING ADDICTION CENTER will take all necessary and appropriate measures to maintain individual client records and information in a confidential and professional manner. UPRISING ADDICTION CENTER strives to maintain positive relations with the surrounding community and pursues every reasonable action to encourage responsible client behaviors and community safety. SUMMARY The Therapist at UPRISING ADDICTION CENTER is responsible for providing addiction and mental health treatment to patients in the Inpatient Detoxification, Resident Treatment (RTC), and Partial Hospital Program (PHP). As part of a multidisciplinary team, the Counselor will perform direct services, including individual, family and group psychotherapy, assessments, consultations and crisis interventions within the scope of the respective individual's license. AGE/PATIENT POPULATION(S) SERVED Age of Patient Population Served: Adult (18 & older) Population Served: Persons meeting DSM5 criteria for substance use disorders with or without co-occurring psychiatric illness EXPECTATIONS OF ALL EMPLOYEES Adheres to all UPRISING ADDICTION CENTER Policies and Procedures Conducts self in a manner that represents UPRISING ADDICTION CENTER's values at all times Maintains a positive and respectful attitude with all work-related contacts Communicates regularly with supervisor about departmental and UPRISING ADDICTION CENTER concerns Consistently reports to work on time, prepared to perform the duties of the position Meets productivity standards and performs duties as workload necessitates ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Keeping abreast of current literature and developments in the field, and attending required agency training. Appropriately documents clinical service provided. Ensures to use the utmost of care in protecting the confidentiality of client records in accordance with State and Federal laws Collaborates with medical, nursing, and counseling staff regarding detox clients Provide Professional and ethical therapy to chemically dependent patients in treatment through group, individual counseling, family counseling, and education. Documenting casework in a timely manner in compliance with agency policies and procedures, including writing objective case notes, progress and discharge reports, and other timely status reports as requested by the supervisor and according to Louisiana & Joint Commission standards. Presents changes, improvements or additions to protocols or behavioral health services to the team. Understands and adheres to UPRISING ADDICTION CENTER's compliance standards as they appear in UPRISING ADDICTION CENTER's Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy. Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and UPRISING ADDICTION CENTER regulations, laws, and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified. Keeps abreast of current literature and developments in the field, and attending required agency training. Appropriately documents clinical service provided. Performs other duties and tasks as required AGE SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES (ADULT, 18yrs+) 1. Demonstrates ability to systemically collect, record and analyze data and other relevant interactive social systems, including mental status, special precautions (suicidality, homicidality, elopement); physical problems/medical acuity (withdrawal and nutritional needs); and ethnic concerns (social, religious, or cultural needs). 2. Uses assessment data to identify problem list and other interactive social systems. 3. Initiates/develops a treatment plan with specific goals and interventions unique to the needs of the patient. 4. Intervenes as guided by the treatment plan to implement appropriate interventions that promote, maintain, or restore physical and mental health, prevent illness effect rehabilitation, and restore developmental progression in adulthood. 5. Provides health teaching for adult/family through individual and group interactions. 6. Recommends special precautions for adults, as needed. 7. Evaluates the response of the adult/family to interventions in order to revise the plan, including discharge criteria. 8. Ability to apply ASAM criteria for appropriate level of care determination. MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS Education, Training, and Experience Required: Mental health professional licensure in Louisiana, to include Licensed Psychologist (Ph.D., Psy.D., Ed.D.), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW/LMSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC/P-LPC)), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT/P-LMFT). Successful completion of continuing education as required by license issuing body. Required: possess a Master's Degree in social work, counseling, psychology, addiction or related field from a regionally or nationally accredited university. Current CPR certification (will provide training at facility) Current SAMA/CTI/CPI certification (will provide training at facility) Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of industry standards: organization, theory, principles, and research processes, accreditation and regulatory standards, ability to assess clinical care requirements based on psychotherapeutic and human development principles, scope of practice, and regulatory standards. Understanding of Addiction: Basic knowledge about substance use disorders Treatment knowledge: familiarity with behavior change and recovery models Application to practice: Methods for applying intervention and recovery knowledge to practice Professional readiness: Issues related to self-awareness, diversity, ethics, ad continuing education Knowledge of PC software programs, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel is required. Accurately and timely enters clinical documentation using electronic medical records (EMR) software. Written and oral communication skills; must be able to concentrate on work amid distractions such as noise, conversations and foot traffic Must maintain self-control in volatile or hostile situations such as when verbally or physically confronted in an aggressive manner Must be able to work independently with little direct supervision in an unstructured environment with multiple demands Reading and writing level that can clearly express or understand complex concepts, assessments, directions and processes or sequences of events - level equivalent to at least two years of college. Ability to represent the program well in interactions both inside and outside the facility Working knowledge of (American Society of Addiction Medicine) ASAM criteria. PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand or sit for extended periods of time. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The job requires frequent contact with water (hand washing and cleaning) and working with body fluid and hazardous chemicals. When under these working conditions, OSHA standards and universal precautions must be followed at all times. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal to high volumes of stress. EEOC STATEMENT: It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a), prohibiting discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibiting discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

JOB TITLE: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) DEPARTMENT: Behavioral Health SUPERVISED BY: Behavioral Health Director SUMMARY: provide, oversee, and/or administer a wide range of psychosocial evaluations/assessments, diagnostic, counseling therapy, crisis intervention, resourcing, and case management services which require a high degree of independent decision making and program administration; record appropriate documentation of services including patient diagnosis and education, as well as in the electronic health record; initiating and implementing behavioral interventions; Work is performed in an office setting. EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: 1. Master's or Doctoral degree in the Mental Health Counseling Field; 2. Possess and maintain Licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor in Louisiana which must be unrestricted, current, complete, and active; 3. Maintain CME/CEU requirements necessary for license renewal in Louisiana 4. Minimum of one year experience required Job Responsibilities: 1. Highly knowledgeable with DSM diagnosis and ICD coding 2. Possess strong understanding of societies and their impact on mental health 3. Ability to solve problems, monitor and examine patients 4. Knowledgeable of community resources 5. Highly knowledgeable with applying therapeutic orientations on a case by case basis 6. Ability to maintain a good working relationship with colleagues 7. Ability to build and maintain rapport with clients and their supports 8. Highly knowledgeable in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of mental, emotional, behavioral, and/or addictive disorders and in psychoeducational techniques aimed at the prevention of such disorders 9. Consultation to individuals, couples, families, groups, and organizations 10. Research into more effective therapeutic treatment modalities 11. Cognitive-behavioral, interpersonal, and psychodynamic therapies 12.Knowledge of principles and practices of health care planning and management sufficient to manage, direct and coordinate the operation of a health care organization 13.Knowledge of the purposes, organization and policies of the communitys health systems sufficient to interact with other health care providers 14.Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with peers, employees, policy-making bodies, third-party payers, patients, caregivers, and the public 15.Skill in organizing work, making assignments, and achieving goals and objectives 16.Knowledge of the policies and procedures of the clinic sufficient to direct its operations and to provide effective patient care 17.Ability to multi-task and work effectively in a high-stress and fast-moving environment 18.Ability to be culturally sensitive and effective when working with ethnically diverse populations 19.Ability to assume responsibility and exercise authority over assigned work functions 20.Ability to establish and maintain quality control standards 21.Ability to organize and integrate organizational priorities and deadlines 22.Ability to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel 23.Ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing practices 24.Participate in problem-solving and implementation of plans for departmental improvement 25. Demonstrate a desire to learn more and actively pursues that desire for professional development MISSION AND CUSTOMER SERVICE: 1. Demonstrate the Mission and acts in ways that advance the best interest of the customers entrusted to our care. Positively represents SWLA Center for Health Services (SWLA) in the workplace and the community. 2. Present a professional image: apparel and appearance are appropriate according to SWLA department dress code. 3. Demonstrate effective communication and listens attentively to the customer and promptly acts upon requests with consideration for patient privacy. Keep the customer informed about their care and treatment in a comfortable atmosphere. 4. Respect the gifts and talents (the diversity that co-workers bring to their jobs) of each other. Demonstrates effective communication and assists co-workers as necessary. 5. Respect the privacy and confidentiality of the customers we serve, our physicians, co-workers and the community. 6. Practices safe work habits and maintain a safe environment for self, co-workers, patients, and visitors. 7. Work collaboratively to solve problems, improve processes, and develop services. Acts as an advocate for our customers. 8. Complies with organization/department policies and procedures, including but not limited to confidentiality, safety, cooperation/flexibility and attendance. 9. Understands and complies with applicable federal/state laws and Standards of Conduct as related to assigned job duties. 10.Participates in departmental or organizational quality. Continuous performance improvement activity. BENEFITS: We offer competitive pay and our benefits package includes: Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental Insurance Retirement Plan 401k Matching Paid Time Off Paid Sick Leave Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program SCHEDULE: All medical staff follow our clinic operational hours. Monday: 8:00 am to 5:30 pm Tuesday 8:00 am to 5:30 pm Wednesday 8:00 am to 5:30 pm Thursday 8:00 am to 5:30 pm Friday 8:00 am to 2:00 pm Saturday Closed Sunday Closed

Mental Health Specialists (MHS) deliver direct care services under the supervision of a Therapist or a Mental Health Professional who is responsible for each resident's Active Treatment Plan. Mental Health Specialists have one of the most direct and influential roles in our residents' progress in treatment. Mental Health Specialists report directly to their unit's Supervisor regarding shift scheduling, training, daily activity schedules, house maintenance, and all the other tasks related to the direct care of residents. RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Ensure the provision of compassionate, culturally sensitive services. 2. Ensure all house or unit residents are present and on time for all clinical activities. Any absence from a clinical activity must be preapproved by the Therapist responsible for a resident's Active Treatment Plan. (This is a primary responsibility and will be measured by the agency's QA process.) 3. Create a culture of care which discourages the use of protective holds and escorts. (This is primary responsibility and will be measured by the agency's QA process.) 4. With the assistance of the Therapist, create a living environment which residents evaluate positively. (This is a primary responsibility and will be measured by the agency's QA process.) 5. Ensure agency's Behavioral Management Plan is implemented with fidelity. 6. Actively participate in treatment team meetings and communicate fully regarding the delivery of treatment services to the house or unit residents, each resident's progress and condition on the unit or house, and the impact of program operations on treatment. 7. Implement with fidelity all personalized interventions indicated in each resident's Active Treatment Plan. 8. Maintain the structure, cleanliness and organization of the house or unit. 9. Implement the agency's milieu model with fidelity. 10. Provide life skill training to residents as a routine matter in the course of daily living in the house or unit. 11. Interact positively with residents, their family members, fellow staff members and all other stakeholders. 12. Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS 1. Must have empathy for others and practice the Golden Rule in relationships with residents and their families, with fellow staff member and with others. 2. Must be an eager learner and willing to try new methods. 3. Must have a fundamental love for children and a desire to be an agent for change in their lives. 4. Must be actively pursuing a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in a mental health-related field (including, but not limited to sociology, criminal justice, nursing, marriage and family counseling, rehabilitation counseling, psychological counseling and other professional counseling); or 5. Have earned a Bachelor's degree and is a student pursuing a graduate degree in a mental health-related field and have completed at least two courses in that identified field; or 6. Have a high school degree or a GED and have two years experience providing direct services in a mental health, physical health, social services, educational or correctional setting. 7. Must possess a strong sense of personal authority, maturity and integrity for a positive, influential role with children. 8. Must be able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, in a diverse range of audiences and settings. 9. Must be skilled in conflict resolution and mediation. 10. Must have strong verbal and social skills for use with residents and staff. 11. Must be committed to the protection of confidential information, records and reports. 12. Must have a strong work ethic and be willing to commit to significant job responsibilities. 13. Must be flexible in ability to function in demanding position. EMPLOYMENT PROVISIONS Time on Duty: To be arranged so as best to accomplish the work to be done. Salary: As provided for in the Annual Budget. FLSA Exemption: Non-exempt Benefits: As stated in Personnel Policies and Procedures and determined by the Board of Directors. DISCLAIMER The foregoing description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. Working Conditions Percentage of time in climate controlled area (“inside” work)? 70% Percentage of time spent outdoors? 30% Is there exposure to hazardous materials? FREQUENTLY - BIO-BODILY FLUIDS Bio/Chemical/Other (Rarely/ Occasionally/ Frequently/ Constantly)

Job Description STEPS Recovery Solutions has experience in working with patients battling addiction. Our treatment team is staffed with caring, compassionate, and qualified clinicians. If you have experience as a counselor, have a current license, provisional license or a CIT, and have a compassionate, caring heart, then we have a fantastic career waiting for you. Apply today to join our successful, growing work family and become part of a life-changing patient care team. We have an opportunity for a Counselor to join us and make STEPS Recovery Solutions your new "work home". This position is part time, assisting our full time counselors with afternoon and weekend groups. To be considered, you must have prior experience as a counselor, have a license or provisional license, and preferably have previous experience in substance abuse/addiction treatment. Please be sure to submit a complete resume with employment dates and include any substance abuse experience. For immediate consideration, send your resume through this job posting. If you are unable to apply via this job post, you may fax your resume to ************. No phone calls or in person visits please so we may focus on patient care. If you join our team, you'll enjoy the following responsibilities: Provide clinical services via individual, group and family therapy. Provide crisis intervention and referrals for patients. Participate in clinical assessments and screenings to aide in the admissions process. Write and submit clinical master admission, discharge and updated treatment plans, and clinical updates for UR review. Conduct assessments and evaluations based on the model/treatment criteria. Engage patients at admission and through their treatment episode to ensure delivery of the best patient care with unconditional positive regard. Document patient notes, interventions, phone calls, and overall patient data, including symptom monitoring. Document weekly progress notes and weekly progress questionnaires. Keep all patient charts up to date. Work collaboratively with the medical and clinical team and provide immediate notification of unusual or potentially high-risk findings. Actively participate in weekly medical and/or clinical staffing of patients. Contact current patients on a regular basis to keep patients engaged. Provide support for clinical services to other team members when needed. Adhere to rules and regulations regarding treatment, such as group size, caseload and referrals. Aggressively implement continuous quality improvement initiatives. Other duties as assigned. You must have the following education, skills and experience to be considered: Current, unrestricted license - LAC, CAC, RAC, CCS, LMSW, LCSW, LPC (or PLPC), LMFT (or PLMFT), etc. A Counselor in Training (CIT) may be permitted in lieu of a license. Prior experience as a clinician, providing therapy services in addiction treatment or dual-diagnosis. Possess an understanding of the role of 12-step principles in sobriety. Ability to positively interact and develop rapport with patients and their families, professional support staff, team members and various individuals from the community agencies. Ability to effectively communicate both in writing and verbally. High energy with engaging personality and strong people skills. Ability to read and interpret written information; write clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar. Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; and participates in meetings. Ability to multi-task and successfully prioritize workload. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Internship Pay: $45,000 - $55,000 Schedule: 4-hour shift Evening shift Holidays Weekends as needed License/Certification: counseling license (LAC, CIT, RAC, PLPC, LPC, LMSW, etc.) (Required) Work Location: In person

" 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. "

Salary: DOE SWLA CENTER FOR HEALTH SERVICES JOB DESCRIPTION/PERFORMANCE MEASURES JOB TITLE: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) DEPARTMENT: Behavioral Health SUPERVISEDBY: Behavioral Health Director SUMMARY: Provides, oversees and/or administers a wide range of psychosocial evaluations/assessments, diagnostic, counseling therapy, crisis intervention, resourcing, and case management services which require a high degree of independent decision-making and program administration; record appropriate documentation of services including patient diagnosis and education, as well as in the electronic health record; initiating and implementing behavioral interventions; Work is performed in an office setting. EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: 1. Master's or Doctoral degree in the Mental Health Counseling 2. Possess and maintain Licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor in Louisiana which must be unrestricted, current complete, and active. 3. Maintain CME/CEU requirements necessary for license renewal in 4. Minimum of two-year experience JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Highly knowledgeable with DSM diagnosis and ICD coding. 2. Possess strong understanding of societies and their impact on mental health. 3. Ability to solve problems, monitor and examine patients. 4. Knowledgeable of community resources. 5. Highly knowledgeable with applying therapeutic orientations on a case by case basis. 6. Ability to maintain a good working relationship with colleagues. 7. Ability to build and maintain rapport with clients and their supports. 8. Highly knowledgeable in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of mental, emotional, behavioral, and/or addictive disorders and in psychoeducational techniques aimed at the prevention of such disorders. 9. Consultation to individuals, couples, families, groups, and organizations. 10. Research into more effective therapeutic treatment modalities. 11. Cognitive-behavioral, interpersonal, and psychodynamic therapies. 12.Knowledge of principles and practices of health care planning and management sufficient to manage, direct and coordinate the operation of a health care organization. 13.Knowledge of the purposes, organization and policies of the communitys health systems sufficient to interact with other health care providers. 14.Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with peers, employees, policy-making bodies, third-party payers, patients, caregivers, and the public. 15.Skill in organizing work, making assignments, and achieving goals and objectives. 16.Knowledge of the policies and procedures of the clinic sufficient to direct its operations and to provide effective patient care. 17.Ability to multi-task and work effectively in a high-stress and fast-moving environment. 18.Ability to be culturally sensitive and effective when working with ethnically diverse populations. 19.Ability to assume responsibility and exercise authority over assigned work functions. 20.Ability to establish and maintain quality control standards. 21.Ability to organize and integrate organizational priorities and deadlines. 22.Ability to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel. 23.Ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing practices. 24.Participate in problem-solving and implementation of plans for departmental improvement. 25. Demonstrate a desire to learn more and actively pursue that desire for professional development. MISSION AND CUSTOMER SERVICE: 1. Demonstrate the Mission and act in ways that advance the best interest of the customers entrusted to our care. Positively represents SWLA Center for Health Services (SWLA) in the workplace and the community. 2. Present a professional image: apparel and appearance are appropriate according to SWLA department dress code. 3. Demonstrate effective communication and listen attentively to the customer and prompt act upon requests with consideration for patient privacy. Keep the customer informed about their care and treatment in a comfortable atmosphere. 4. Respect the gifts and talents (the diversity that co-workers bring to their jobs) of each other. Demonstrates effective communication and assists co-workers as necessary. 5. Respect the privacy and confidentiality of the customers we serve, our physicians, co-workers and the community. 6. Practices safe work habits and maintains a safe environment for self, co-workers, patients, and visitors. 7. Work collaboratively to solve problems, improve processes, and develop services. Acts as an advocate for our customers. 8. Complies with organization/department policies and procedures, including but not limited to confidentiality, safety, cooperation/flexibility and attendance. 9. Understands and comply with applicable federal/state laws and Standards of Conduct as related to assigned job duties. 10.Participates in departmental or organizational quality. Continuous performance improvement activity. Allschool-basedemployees will work on the following schedule: Schoolyear: August 1 to May 31st - SBHC employees are considered 10-month employees. Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 4pm.