We are looking for a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) to join our team in Glenwood Springs!
Consultants for Children, Inc. is a unique company striving to meet the individual and varying needs of children with autism and other developmental disabilities, as well as their families. We believe that with effective help, each child can have a happy and fulfilling life.
LPC Duties and Responsibilities:
- Diagnosing patient mental and emotional disorders
- Working with and counseling groups, communities, and individual patients
- Evaluating patient through conversations, interviews, and observations to determine correct testing or examination
- Developing a treatment plan that may include counseling, medication, or other services
- Setting patient goals and discussing treatment plan
- Assisting patients through difficult life changes and challenges
- Educating patient on strategies and coping skills
- Referring patients to resources like psychiatrists, treatment facilities, or community services
- Maintaining good working relationships with support networks, government resources, and community resources
- Helping patients with a variety of issues such as substance abuse, bullying, anger management, depression, relationships, stress and suicide
Counselor Requirements and Qualifications
- Excellent interpersonal skills with patients, colleagues, and community resources
- Compassionate and caring of patients
- Excellent time management skills; organized and able to prioritize
- Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with multiple patients
- Able to organize and manage large amounts of files, schedules, dates, and information
- Calm and cool-headed with a positive attitude
- Self-directed and self-motivated
- Comfortable with building personal relationships and dedicated to helping others
- Empathetic and supportive with mentorship and leadership skills
- Bachelor’s degree in related field; Master’s degree in psychology, clinical mental health counseling, marriage and family therapy, or a related mental health field, from school accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling & Related Educational Programs
- Hold license to perform in state; licensed by either through the National Board for Certified Counselors and/or the Association of Marital and Family Therapy Regulatory Boards
- Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
- Able to work evenings and weekends
- Good interpersonal skills and communication skills
Why You Want to Work for Consultants for Children, Inc.:
- Client-focused agency with AWESOME clinical/support team
- 10 paid holidays a year, including your birthday!
- Paid sick time
- Medical benefits
- Discounted coursework through our partnership with Purdue University Global
- Continuing Education Units
- Internal staff trainings
- Privately owned since 2002