Outpatient Counselor

Job Summary

Provides assessment, treatment planning, counseling, and education services for patients treated on an outpatient basis.

Job Responsibilities

• Provides outpatient individual and family counseling.
• Systematically and continually assesses the patient's physical and mental condition in collaboration with the patient/family.
• Identifies and refers patients to appropriate community resources as needed.
• Provides educational sources for individuals and client groups.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Psychology required upon hire OR
• Master's degree or higher in Clinical Social Work required upon hire OR
• Master's degree or higher in related field required upon hire
• A minimum of 2 years' relevant experience required
• Psychologist - Licensed as a Psychologist in the state of Kentucky/ upon hire required upon hire OR
• Therapist - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Kentucky required upon hire OR
• CSW - Certified Social Worker in the State of Kentucky required upon hire AND
• LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Kentucky required within 36 months of employment in this position OR
• LPCA - Licensed Professional Counselor Associate in the state of Kentucky required upon hire AND
• LPCC - Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Kentucky required within 36 months of employment in this position AND
• BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position OR
• Heartsaver CPR AED required within 90 days of employment in this position

Skills and Attributes

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Physical Demands

• Standing: Occasionally
• Walking: Occasionally
• Sitting: Frequently
• Lifting 0-25 lbs: Occasionally
• Lifting 25-75 lbs: Rarely
• Lifting over 75 lbs: Rarely
• Carrying 0-25 lbs: Rarely
• Carrying 25-75 lbs: Rarely
• Carrying over 75 lbs: Rarely
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Rarely
• Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Rarely
• Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Rarely
• Climbing: Rarely
• Bending/Stooping: Occasionally
• Kneeling: Rarely
• Crouching/Crawling: Rarely
• Reaching: Rarely
• Talking: Frequently
• Hearing: Occasionally
• Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Frequently
• Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Occasionally
• Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
• Running: Never
• Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently
• Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently
• Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently
• Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently

Owensboro Health Core Commitments

INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.

RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.

TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.

INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.

SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.

EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.