Professional Experience: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) preferred. Candidates with a related clinical license or those nearing independent licensure may also be considered based on experience and qualifications. Experience in outpatient mental health counseling is preferred.
ALO Family Counseling is an expanding clinical mental health private practice located in Wadsworth, Ohio. We are a team of dedicated Clinical Counselors who care deeply about our clients, our families, and our workers. We are looking for compassionate, professional clinicians who share our commitment to providing high-quality, ethical, and client-centered mental health services.
Job Description
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, you will provide individual, family, and/or group counseling services to clients experiencing a variety of mental health concerns and life challenges. The ideal candidate is compassionate, clinically skilled, dependable, and committed to creating a safe and supportive therapeutic environment.
The Counselor will work collaboratively with clients to identify treatment goals, develop appropriate treatment plans, provide evidence-based interventions, and monitor progress throughout the course of treatment.
Typical Hours/Schedule
- Some flexibility in schedule
- In-office
- Part-time or full-time opportunities available
- Ability to accommodate some evening appointments preferred
- Caseload based on clinician availability and client needs
Basic Duties
- Provide individual, family, and/or group counseling services to clients
- Conduct clinical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
- Establish and maintain a strong therapeutic relationship with clients
- Provide appropriate evidence-based counseling interventions based on client needs
- Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough clinical documentation
- Complete progress notes, treatment plans, assessments, and other required clinical documentation
- Monitor client progress and modify treatment goals and interventions as clinically appropriate
- Maintain strict confidentiality and comply with all applicable privacy regulations and ethical standards
- Communicate professionally and effectively with clients, families, referral sources, and other professionals when appropriate
- Collaborate with other counselors and members of the client's treatment team as needed
- Recognize and appropriately respond to client crises and safety concerns
- Complete appropriate documentation related to risk assessments, safety planning, and crisis intervention when necessary
- Maintain professional boundaries and adhere to the ethical standards of the counseling profession
- Participate in clinical consultation and/or supervision as appropriate
- Maintain knowledge of current counseling practices, ethical requirements, and applicable regulations
- Provide a welcoming, respectful, and supportive experience for every client
- Participate in practice meetings and other activities that support the clinical and administrative functioning of the practice
- Maintain a professional and organized work environment
Desired Qualifications
- Master's degree or higher in Counseling, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, or a related field
- Current Ohio licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Marriage and Family therapist (MFT) or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), PhD
- Candidates working toward independent licensure will get supervision
- Experience providing outpatient mental health counseling preferred
- Experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and/or families is a plus
- Strong clinical assessment and treatment-planning skills
- Strong professional verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organization and time-management skills
- Ability to maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a clinical team
- Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and active listening abilities
- Ability to remain calm and professional when working with clients experiencing emotional distress or crisis
- Commitment to ethical, compassionate, and client-centered care
- Commitment to maintaining client confidentiality and professional standards
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation based on experience, licensure, and caseload
- Flexible schedule
- Supervision included
- Part-time and full-time opportunities
- Supportive clinical team environment with office support
- Work life balance
- Opportunities for professional growth and development