Genetics Counselor provides genetic counseling and education to individuals and families at risk for hereditary disorders. Obtains and analyzes family medical history to identify patients at risk for specific disorders or syndromes. Being a Genetics Counselor recommends genetic testing as warranted and counsels patients on test results, treatment and alternative coping methods. May provide crisis intervention as needed. Additionally, Genetics Counselor requires a master's degree of Genetic Counseling. Typically reports to a manager or director. Requires board certification from the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) or American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG). Typically requires a state license to practice. Genetics Counselor's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Water Gap Wellness is seeking a new Full Time Therapist to join the team!!!
Position: Primary Counselor
Status: Full Time, Days - Exempt
Licensed LCSW, LPC, LPCC, LCDA *Strongly Preferred
Education: Master's Degree *Strongly Preferred ; Bachelor’s Required w/ exp.
Water Gap Wellness provides PHP services to clients that have Mental Health and Substance use disorder. Therapist provide individual, group and family therapy, crisis intervention services, psychoeducation presentations and experiential learning groups for clients and their families
Responsibilities include:
· Conduct individual counseling sessions (2x a week).
· Conduct family sessions as applicable.
· Facilitate assigned group sessions.
· Provides clinical consultation for clients and their families, and referents upon request.
· Prepare psychosocial assessments, treatment plans and clinical discharge summaries.
· Evaluate the needs of the patient and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed.
· Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents are completed timely and in a clear concise manner.
· Provide crisis intervention to patient as needed.
· Complete discharge paperwork as needed.
· Act as a liaison with insurance carriers as requested.
· Provide case management duties for patient ensuring individualized quality care.
· May assist in the training of new clinical staff and interns, providing direction and clinical guidance.
· Perform other duties assigned and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications:
Bachelors Required - Master’s in counseling, social, psychology or another counseling – related field preferred
· 3yrs exp in social work/counseling
· 1 year experience substance abuse, addictions, mental and/or behavioral health, required.
· LCSW, LPC, LPCC, LCDA License Strongly Preferred, or working toward license or certification.
· Experience using a variety of interventions including, DBT, CBT, Family Systems.
· Ability to work in a supportive, caring and non-judgmental manner with staff and patients to gain confidence cooperation.
· Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all staff, patients, outside agencies, families, and the general public.
EOE
Job Type: Full-time
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