Counselor

Carle Health

. Provide outpatient mental health counseling and therapy to Carle patients within the Behavioral Health Department .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeChampaign • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $29 - $50 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing outpatient mental health counseling and therapy, including individual and group sessions, while developing treatment plans and maintaining compliance with HIPAA and Illinois mental health laws. Proficient in utilizing various counseling techniques and interventions tailored to diverse patient needs.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)Psychotherapy ExperienceEMR FamiliarityStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Mental Health CounselingPsychotherapy TechniquesTreatment Plan DevelopmentMental Health EvaluationDocumentation SkillsDSM Diagnostic CriteriaPatient ConfidentialityReferral CoordinationGroup TherapyIndividual Counseling

Soft Skills

Strong Listening SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCollaborative WorkIndependent WorkAdaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

Master's Degree in Related FieldLicensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)

Industry Keywords

Behavioral HealthOutpatient CounselingPatient CareHIPAA ComplianceIllinois Mental Health Laws

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide outpatient mental health counseling and therapy to Carle patients within the Behavioral Health Department
Provide individual and group counseling/therapy to patients and their families
Perform mental health evaluations for referred patients, including assessing the need for ongoing psychotherapy or other services
Identify concerns and make referrals to other specialists as needed
Provide ongoing therapy using techniques and interventions appropriate to patient needs
Develop treatment plans with patients, including psychotherapy goals and objectives
Complete medical-record documentation within departmental policy timeframes
Communicate patient diagnosis, treatment plan, and progress to referring providers with patient permission
Maintain patient confidentiality and fulfill provider responsibilities under HIPAA and Illinois mental health laws

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's Degree in a related field
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
Work experience providing psychotherapy in a clinical setting
Strong communication and listening skills
Ability to work effectively with a multitude of personalities at various organizational levels
Familiarity with working within an EMR
Strong documentation skills
Knowledge and competence utilizing a variety of counseling techniques and interventions
Understanding of current DSM diagnostic criteria
Comfort working with patients from a variety of backgrounds and presenting problems
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a clinical setting

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Opportunities for growth and life-long careers