Behavioral Health Counselor

The Family Counseling Center of Fulton County Inc is a leading mental health care provider committed to delivering compassionate and effective outpatient counseling services to individuals in our community. Our team is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where both clients and staff can thrive.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Behavioral Health Counselor to join our team. You will play a crucial role in providing counseling and therapy services to clients with a diverse range of mental health needs. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals struggling with mental health issues while working within a supportive and collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, including providers, therapists, and peers, to ensure coordinated care for clients.
• Participate in clinical supervision, staff meetings, and professional development activities as required.
• Uphold ethical standards and confidentiality guidelines in all interactions with clients and colleagues.

Crisis Intervention:

• Provide immediate support and intervention to individuals experiencing mental health crises, including but not limited to suicidal ideation, self-harm, and acute distress.
• Conduct thorough assessments to determine the level of risk and appropriate intervention strategies.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive care and safety planning for clients in crisis.

Solution-Focused Brief Therapy:

• Conduct solution-focused brief therapy sessions with clients to identify strengths, resources, and goals.
• Utilize evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients develop practical solutions to their immediate challenges.
• Empower clients to enhance their problem-solving skills and resilience through brief therapeutic interventions.

Individual Counseling:

• Provide individual counseling sessions to clients accessing services, focusing on addressing specific mental health concerns and promoting well-being.
• Utilize a person-centered approach to establish rapport, build trust, and create a supportive therapeutic relationship with clients.
• Assist clients in exploring their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and facilitate the development of coping strategies and self-care practices.

Psychoeducation and Group Facilitation:

• Conduct psychoeducational sessions and group activities to enhance clients' understanding of mental health issues, coping skills, and self-care strategies.
• Facilitate approved support groups and therapeutic groups to foster peer support, connection, and skill-building among clients.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or related field required.
• Previous experience working in an outpatient mental health or behavioral setting preferred.
• Desired experience involves activities such as assessing individual and family needs, strengths and limitations; assisting in the development of treatment plans; providing counseling to promote mental, emotional, physical and social functioning; helping individuals and families access supportive services; coordinating and evaluating services, programs and support systems; and providing support, advocacy and referral as appropriate.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in maintaining accurate and confidential client records.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with opportunities for advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Furthering education and licensure reimbursement programs
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Meaningful work that makes a positive impact in the community.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about helping individuals improve their mental health and meet the qualifications outlined above, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in joining our team. We look forward to reviewing your application!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Psychiatry

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work setting:

• Clinic
• In-person
• Outpatient

Application Question(s):

• How did you find us? (Facebook, LinkedIn, Indeed) or were you referred by one of our amazing staff? If so who?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Gloversville, NY 12078 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Gloversville, NY 12078: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person