Mental Health Counselor

Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate part-time Mental Health Counselor to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive mental health services to children, adolescents, and teens. Your expertise will help individuals navigate emotional challenges, develop coping strategies, and achieve improved well-being through evidence-based therapies. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on clients’ lives while working in a supportive and innovative environment.

ACE Wellness Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on age, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.

POSITION DETAILS

Job Type: Part-Time

Pay: $37.00 - $47.00 per hour

Location: Ashland, Ohio, on-site; 10-20 hours a week

Schedule is flexible, however Thursday afternoons/evenings are required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide individual, group, and family psychotherapy
• Conduct diagnostic intakes upon admission
• Complete discharge summaries upon program completion
• Maintain clinical documentation, including treatment plans and progress notes

EDUCATION

• Master’s degree in a mental health-related field
• Clinical licensure required (LPC, LSW, or equivalent Ohio licensure)

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 2 years of direct psychotherapy experience in a mental health setting
• Experience working with adolescents and/or young adults preferred

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong understanding of clinical practice and mental health treatment approaches
• Familiarity with a variety of therapeutic interventions and modalities
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary treatment team
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills
• Conduct thorough patient assessments and diagnostic evaluations to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Deliver individual, group, and family counseling sessions.
• Implement crisis intervention strategies and crisis management protocols to support clients experiencing acute mental health episodes.
• Maintain detailed medical documentation and records in compliance with HIPAA regulations while ensuring confidentiality of patient information.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on case management plans, patient care coordination, and clinical research initiatives to optimize treatment outcomes.

License/Certification:

• LPC, LPCC, or LISW (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Ashland, OH 44805 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person