Job Description | In collaboration with direct supervisor and Youth & Family Service Manager, this position provides therapeutic mental health services primarily to children, youth, and families in accordance with best-practice standards, evidence-based interventions and individualized recovery planning. Therapies might include, but are not limited to, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. This position may also receive referrals for adults when clinically appropriate. Counseling services will be provided in BTCS’ facilities/offices, community, and/or person’s home; services may be provided in-person or via Tele-Video, as appropriate. This position will have the opportunity to participate in and/or lead community education, engagement and outreach events and programming (i.e. groups, workshops, classes, courses). The Counselor supports diagnostic intake assessments. This includes assessing eligibility, developing recovery plans, coordinating services, and completing crisis assessments when necessary. Other responsibilities include consultation with staff as needed one-on-one or in small groups. The Counselor may participate in strategic or program planning for delivery of mental health services by this program. This position is one discipline of a multi-disciplinary team and may be the primary service provider for a given individual or family system or may serve in the role of consultant. Location: La Grange Salary: $31.80 – $38.55/hr Applicable Differentials: $0.75/hr Bilingual Up to $2.00/hr prior community center experience Up to $4.00/hour tenure with BTCS Why join our team? BTCS Values our team members and believes it is important to reward and compensate our team members for their contribution to our success. BTCS offers competitive salaries, an excellent benefits package and generous leave accruals. Medical Insurance: Through BlueCross Blue Shield, we offer comprehensive medical coverage for you and your eligible dependents with access to network and non-network health care providers. Coverage for employees and eligible dependents begins on the first day of the month following 60 days of employment. Dental Insurance: Through Dental Select, we offer two coverage plans for dental care, to include preventative, basic and major services. Coverage for employees and eligible dependents begins on the first day of the month following 60 days of employment. Vision Insurance: Through BlueCross BlueShield, we offer vision coverage to include discounts on everyday vision needs, such as eye exams and glasses and/ or contacts. Coverage for employees and eligible dependents begins on the first day of the month following 60 days of employment. Prescription Plan: Through BlueCross BlueShield, we offer discounts on generic, preferred or brand-name drugs as well as non-preferred drugs at pharmacies or through a convenient home delivery program. Coverage for employees and eligible dependents begins on the first day of the month following 60 days of employment. Flexible Spending Accounts: Optional pre-tax contributions for medical reimbursement and dependent care plans. Retirement Plans: Sponsored Insurance: Family and Medical Leave: Job protection to provide care related to a child’s birth or adoption, or for yourself or a family member’s serious health condition. Employee Assistance Program: Through Alliance Worksite Solutions, we offer a no cost, confidential employee assistance program as a resource to resolve personal, family, financial and legal problems for employees and their dependents. Professional Development: Joining Bluebonnet Trails is about joining a culture of inclusiveness, collaboration, trust, and the invitation and expectation to have a voice. Bluebonnet offers employees the opportunity to participate in professional development that is skill based and offers continuing education courses to enhance knowledge and performance via online courses and instructor led webinars. Additional Perks: |
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City | La Grange |
County | Fayette County |
Credentials | Minimum Qualifications: Licensure by the State of Texas as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), licensure by the State of Texas as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), licensure by the State of Texas as a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), or current licensure by the State of Texas as a licensed clinical psychologist. The candidate will be credentialed through Bluebonnet Trails Community Services. Must have valid Texas Driver's license and maintain approved driver’s status throughout employment. Preferred Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years’ experience in direct care of persons with a serious mental illness including experience in acute care setting. Bilingual 2 years providing counseling services for people with severe and persistent mental illness. |
Salary Amount | $66,144 - 80,184/year |
Closing Date | Open until filled |