Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (Naperville)

Overview:

We are seeking a skilled

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCSW, or Marriage & Family Therapist to join as a 1099 contractor

for a private practice mental health facility. Our team of diverse counselors and social workers specializes in treating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life-event changes. The clinician will assist clients in nurturing behaviors and modes of thinking that increases their ability to cope and adapt to challenges.

Responsibilities: Provide evidence informed counseling/talk therapy for clients with mild to moderate mental health conditions and/or substance abuse

Diagnose, treat, and help patients create coping strategies, as well as, counsel, listen, support, and monitor patients for progress

Formulate short-term and long-term counseling plans for clients under your care and consult with our Clinical Director and other providers regarding complex clients and regarding prescription medications prescribed by providers

Identify clients with urgent mental health conditions (e.g., suicidal, homicidal, psychotic, etc.) and make referrals to emergency or psychiatric treatment facilities

Facilitating group consultations

Provide written document of counseling sessions, assessments, interventions, and recommendations to meet requirements for medical records documentation

Work effectively with managers, co-workers, members of the public and professional groups to manage and coordinate activities and projects.

Qualifications: Masters Degree in Counseling or Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy Preferred - Clinical Social Worker accepted Current Illinois Clinical Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, or Marriage and Family Therapy License Must be able to meet and maintain current NBCC and State licensure requirements 2-4 years of experience in outpatient mental health counseling, preferably private practice and with supervisory experience Thorough Recordkeeping Ability Experience using an Electronic Health Record System Non-Judgmental Approach Genuine Interest in People Optimistic Outlook Strong Problem Solving and Organizational Skills