Counselor Trainee Intern

The Counselor Trainee internship position is primarily responsible for the provision of direct clinical therapy care services. The Counselor Trainee is a professional position reporting directly to the Supervisor or the Clinical Director in the assigned office. 

To provide out-patient counseling services for individual, families, and couples to meet their mental health and psychosocial needs.

Primary Duties

. Complete diagnostic assessment for each individual client including treatment planning.

· Facilitate individual, couple, and family psychotherapy as needed.

· Assist patients with appropriate treatment recommendation and follow up treatment.

· Discuss and review individualized care plans with patient.

· Be an active and participating member of the treatment planning.

· Act as an advocate for all patients and families as appropriate.

· Create and foster a work environment that is consistent with the Mission, Vision and Values of Simply Amazing Family Environment.

· Supports strategic organizational goals.

· Abide by the S.A.F.E. Code of Conduct at all times.

The above reflects the general duties considered necessary to describe the main functions of the job and is not considered a detailed description.

Qualifications

· Graduate of approved school with a master’s degree in social work, counseling or related field.

· Experience in CBT, DBT and group psychotherapies.

· Current licensure in the State of Ohio

· One year experience in an out-patient treatment setting.

· Refined written and oral communication skills.

· Knowledge of managed care concepts in relation to financial aspects of patient care.

· Must be able to cope with the emotional and mental stress of the position and deadlines imposed on specific duties.

· Refined organizational skills with a well-developed style of diplomacy, assertiveness, and a tolerance for ambiguity.

· Able to use critical thinking skills, problem solving abilities and an understanding of systems and change process.

· Able to function independently, with autonomy, displaying personal integrity and always maintaining confidentiality.

· Able to work with all levels of the multidisciplinary healthcare team.

· Refined negotiating skills and the ability to deal with conflict resolution.

· Demonstrates leadership skills and the ability to delegate tasks.

· Functions in the role as patient/family advocate, intervening as needs indicate.

· Dresses in professional manner.

Working Conditions

· Works 8 to 10 hours per day, adjusting hours to meet the customer’s needs.

· Must be in good physical and mental health and maintain an excellent attendance record.

· Must adhere to Simply Amazing Family Environment policies and procedures.