Associate Therapist- Louisiana (PLPC, PLMFT, ACSW)

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Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.
• Active associate clinical license: ACSW, PLPCC, PLMFT.
• Experience in a clinical or mental health setting working with school-aged children, specific experience in intake and assessment preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems and relevant software.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of using the Zoom platform.
• Bilingual in Spanish strongly preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct initial assessments through thorough intake interviews to gather client information including medical and social histories.
• Evaluate client needs to determine appropriate level of care and services required.
• Assess suitability for telehealth services and identify needs that may require referrals to external services.
• Document client interactions and maintain confidentiality in accordance with organizational policies.
• Provide crisis intervention and collaborate with other agencies for client referrals.
• Advocate for clients' needs and ensure they understand available services.
• Work closely with clinical staff for effective client care and participate in ongoing professional development.