Therapist

Clinical Counselor

Home Base Inc. – Statewide (West Virginia)

Change Lives in WV! Clinical Counselor (Full-Time + Benefits Available)

Home Base Inc. is a proven leader providing innovative community-based solutions for children and families throughout the state of WV. Established in 1994, we continue to work diligently improving the lives of children and families. We are always on the lookout for top quality, imaginative, motivated, and caring employees to help us further our mission. If this is you, APPLY NOW!

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package for eligible full-time staff:

• Salary minimum: $45,000 plus service productivity bonuses. Maximum possible earnings 80K+ annually.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (after obtaining full-time status)
• 401(k) with company eligibility after one year of full-time employment
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid maternity leave
• Flexible scheduling
• Mileage reimbursement
• Hands-on professional experience and career development

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Qualifications

Required:

• A minimum of a master’s level in Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling with Diagnostic Rights Preferred (but not required) assigned by the State of West Virginia.
• Licensed by the State of West Virginia as a Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License eligible will be considered.
• Must be able to pass a CIB/NCIC and APS/CPS Background Check
• Must have experience working with both Children and Adults in a clinical setting
• Additional experience in the field of Substance Abuse Treatment is viewed as a plus.
• Be able to verbalize the progression of a client through a treatment experience in relation to their chosen theoretical orientation.
• Previous experience with Medicaid is preferred.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Computer skills are necessary. Experience using an EHR system is preferred.
• Strong time management skills

Key Administrative Responsibilities

• Submit time sheets in accordance with HBI policy
• Ensure documentation of client contact on all provided sessions, phone calls, and collateral contacts. This documentation is to be completed in a timely manner according to HBI policies and procedures.
• Maintain and submit clinical supervision logs at the end of each month if required.
• Attend all training as required by HBI
• Attend monthly staff meetings when applicable
• Responsible for compliance with mandatory reporting procedures as it pertains to known or suspected incidents of abuse or risk to minors or impaired adults. Staff are responsible for informing HBI Administration immediately in the event of suspected abuse.
• Ensure that position billing report is completed and submitted to appropriate persons when specified
• Provide out-patient clinical counseling in an office setting for children and adults, and in client homes through the community. These services include but are not limited to individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy and/or group therapy.
• Demonstrate creative and innovate clinical services that are in accordance with Best Practice standards.
• Conduct and submit Children & Adult Mental Health Assessments and/or Bio-Psychosocial Assessments in accordance with both HBI and Medicaid standards
• Develop and initiate the Mental Health Treatment Strategies, Initial Treatment Plans & Master Treatment Plans.
• Complete required discharge summaries for services having been rendered
• Complete clinical action notes (Progress Notes) at the time-of-service provision. Notes will address the treatment goal/objectives, interventions utilized, and progress towards goal attainment as well as presenting barriers. (Medical Model)
• Compliance with Medicaid documentation and timeline requirements for outpatient clinical services
• Participate in clinical supervision with HBI Administration (or designed HBI professional). Supervision sessions may be conducted as a staffing in an individual or group setting. This supervision must occur a minimum of one occasion every two weeks or one hour per every 20 client contact hours unless otherwise specified by HBI Administration
• Maintain necessary authorizations for release of information to ensure the necessary sharing of information regarding service progress and needs of clients
• Collaborate with Internal and External Professionals in relation to diagnostic nomenclature, recommendations, and treatment strategies. Attend Treatment Team staffing when applicable.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk up and down stairs
• Ability to lift 5–50 pounds
• Ability to kneel, bend, squat, and stand
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and follow all state traffic laws

Home Base Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).