Job Purpose: The Behavioral Health Counselor will conduct patient assessments, implement therapeutic interventions, complete individualized treatment plans, provide patient education, and complete referrals as necessary. Job Description: • Conduct patient screenings, biopsychosocial assessments, and diagnostic evaluations to identify needs and assign appropriate DSM/ICD diagnoses. • Assess and address barriers to care while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to support patient access to medical and behavioral health services. • Develop, implement, and manage individualized treatment plans, providing evidence-based therapeutic interventions and crisis support as needed. • Coordinate referrals, case conferences, and community resources to ensure continuity of care and patient engagement in treatment. • Maintain accurate clinical documentation, confidential records, and required reports while participating in training, policy compliance, and behavioral health education initiatives. Qualifications: • Active LCSW with Louisiana State Board of Social Work Examiners or LPC with Licensed Professional Counselors Board of Examiners is required. • Master’s degree in social work or master’s degree in counseling is required. • At least one (1) year of paid post-degree experience in clinical experience providing mental health and substance use disorder services is preferred. • Knowledge and experience with evidence-based practices, including trauma informed care framework. • Knowledge and experience with developmental disabilities and children. • Knowledge and experience working with co-occurring disorders (mental health and substance use) is preferred. • BLS for healthcare provider is required.