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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Child and Adolescent Mental Health Counselor to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for supporting young individuals facing emotional, behavioral, and psychological challenges. You will be responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating mental health issues in children and adolescents, providing therapeutic interventions tailored to each individual's needs. Your role will involve working closely with families, schools, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care and support.
As a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Counselor, you will create a safe and nurturing environment where young clients feel comfortable expressing their thoughts and emotions. You will utilize evidence-based therapeutic techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), play therapy, family therapy, and group counseling sessions to address various mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral disorders, and developmental issues.
Your responsibilities will include conducting thorough assessments to identify underlying issues, developing personalized treatment plans, and regularly monitoring progress to adjust interventions as necessary. You will also provide crisis intervention and support during acute mental health episodes, ensuring the safety and well-being of your clients.
Collaboration is a key aspect of this role. You will work closely with parents, guardians, teachers, school counselors, psychiatrists, and other healthcare providers to coordinate care and ensure consistency across different environments. You will also educate families and caregivers about mental health conditions, coping strategies, and ways to support their child's emotional and psychological development.
In addition to direct client care, you will maintain accurate and confidential records of assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and other relevant documentation in compliance with professional standards and legal requirements. You will participate in regular supervision and professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and stay updated on best practices in child and adolescent mental health counseling.
The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrating empathy, patience, and cultural sensitivity when interacting with diverse populations. You should have strong organizational and time-management abilities, allowing you to effectively manage caseloads and prioritize tasks.
We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions will be valued and recognized. You will have opportunities for professional growth and advancement within our organization, along with competitive compensation and benefits packages.
If you are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and adolescents, helping them overcome challenges and achieve emotional well-being, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.
Responsibilities
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- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings.
- Provide therapeutic interventions including individual, group, and family counseling.
- Collaborate with families, schools, and healthcare providers to coordinate care.
- Maintain accurate and confidential client records and documentation.
- Provide crisis intervention and support during acute mental health episodes.
- Educate families and caregivers on mental health conditions and coping strategies.
- Participate in ongoing professional development and supervision.
Requirements
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- Licensed or eligible for licensure as a mental health counselor.
- Experience working with children and adolescents in a mental health setting.
- Knowledge of evidence-based therapeutic techniques such as CBT and play therapy.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
- Cultural sensitivity and ability to work with diverse populations.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience working with children and adolescents facing mental health challenges?
- What therapeutic approaches do you find most effective when counseling young clients?
- How do you handle crisis situations involving children or adolescents?
- Can you provide an example of how you collaborated with families or schools to support a client's mental health?
- How do you stay current with best practices and developments in child and adolescent mental health counseling?
