Behavioral Healthcare Counselor

Job Description

Job Description

MUST HAVE LICENSE : LCDC II, LPC, LSW, MFT, or RN with proper documentation)

We are seeking a Behavioral Health Counselor to provide psychosocial interventions and therapeutic support to clients and families. This role involves conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, facilitating individual and group interventions, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality care and client progress.

Key Responsibilities :

Conduct individual, family, and group counseling sessions within scope of practice

Assess clients’ needs, establish treatment goals, and monitor progress

Develop, implement, and evaluate intervention strategies to support client success

Provide education and guidance to clients and families regarding treatment and recovery

Document social histories, admission / aftercare summaries, court-related materials, and other required records in compliance with state, federal, and organizational standards

Participate in treatment teams, program development, training sessions, and court hearings

Coordinate referrals and follow-up services with community agencies and support providers

Evaluate cases managed by lower-level behavioral healthcare staff and provide feedback on progress and treatment effectiveness

Qualifications :

Must hold one of the following Ohio licenses :

Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor II (LCDC II)

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

Licensed Social Worker (LSW)

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (MFT)

Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) with either :

Master’s degree in psychology or related field

Master’s degree in nursing with a mental health / psychiatric concentration

Practice specialty certificate in Mental Health or Psychiatric Nursing

Strong knowledge of counseling techniques, client care, crisis intervention, and social work principles

Excellent communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills

Ability to work with sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality

Additional Requirements :

Completion of continuing professional education for license renewal as required by Ohio law

Company Description

Alpha Rae Personnel is a full-service Universal Workforce Solutions and Executive Search firm with a proven track record of success. We have over 30 years of experience placing candidates for many different kinds of positions with a wide variety of companies locally, regionally, and all over the United States.

Company Description

Alpha Rae Personnel is a full-service Universal Workforce Solutions and Executive Search firm with a proven track record of success. We have over 30 years of experience placing candidates for many different kinds of positions with a wide variety of companies locally, regionally, and all over the United States.