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NEOGOV · 1 month ago

Licensed Professional Counselor, (A266412-1), 208, TAMIU Minority Health R/E

Laredo, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$51K/yr - $64K/yr

2+ years exp

NEOGOV is a company that focuses on improving public sector organizations. They are seeking a Licensed Professional Counselor to provide mental health counseling to City residents, schedule appointments, maintain documentation, and prepare treatment plans to ensure positive patient outcomes.

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Responsibilities

Provide individual, family, and group counseling using evidence-based and trauma-informed therapeutic modalities

Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and treatment planning in alignment with professional standards and agency protocols

Develop individualized treatment plans with measurable goals, regularly review progress, and adjust interventions to support client recovery and wellbeing

Deliver crisis intervention, risk assessments, safety planning, and coordination of emergency services as needed

Facilitate psychoeducation sessions on mental health conditions, coping skills, emotion regulation, stress management, and related topics

Maintain a culturally responsive and client-centered approach, ensuring services are equitable and accessible for diverse populations

Coordinate care with internal team members (case managers, telepsychiatry providers, social workers, health educators) to support integrated behavioral health services

Collaborate with external partners such as schools, hospitals, social service agencies, community organizations, and referring providers

Participate in interdisciplinary case reviews, staffing meetings, and care-coordination activities to support continuity of care

Provide referrals to community resources including housing, food assistance, medical care, substance use treatment, and supportive services

Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation, including progress notes, assessments, treatment plans, discharge summaries, and required reporting

Adhere to confidentiality laws, ethical codes of conduct, and state/federal regulations including HIPAA

Utilize electronic health records {EHR) or program-specific systems to manage documentation, billing components, and data tracking

Collect and report program metrics {PHQ-9, GAD-7, Quality of Life, satisfaction surveys, outcomes data) to support quality improvement and grant reporting

Support the delivery of community mental health initiatives including outreach events, educational workshops, and prevention activities

Participate in program development efforts such as curriculum design, group facilitation models, and innovative approaches

Provide mentorship or supervision to interns or trainees as applicable

Represent the program professionally in community settings and contribute to destigmatizing conversations about mental health

Engage in continuing education, supervision, and professional development to maintain licensure and enhance clinical skills

Uphold organizational values related to diversity, equity, inclusion, compassion, and trauma-informed care

Support quality improvement initiatives and help identify opportunities to strengthen service delivery

Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission and expansion of community mental health services

Will be required to drive a city vehicle for city business use

Performs related work as required

Qualification

Licensed Professional Counselor LicenseMental Health CounselingBiopsychosocial AssessmentCrisis InterventionTreatment PlanningElectronic Health Records (EHR)Cultural CompetenceProfessional DevelopmentActive ListeningTime ManagementEffective CommunicationTeam CollaborationConfidentiality

Required

Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, or a related field

At least two (2) years of experience in counseling, mental health treatment, or related experience

Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment

Valid Licensed Professional Counselor License from the Texas Department of State Health Services must be obtained within 12 months of employment

Proof of TB Test/Screening will be required to be presented prior to employment