Parkland Health
Mental Health Counselor- VIP/RC- Bilingual spanish needed
Parkland Health, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Overview
Mental Health Counselor- VIP/RC- Bilingual Spanish needed at Parkland Health Join to apply for the
Mental Health Counselor- VIP/RC- Bilingual spanish needed
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Parkland Health . Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Parkland invites you to contribute to the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that’s served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn, and join a team where patient care is more than a job—it’s our passion.
Responsibilities
Provides counseling to clients and their families to relieve emotional distress, clarify patient goals/priorities, expand social support networks in individual or group format, and find adaptive solutions to current life problems.
Collaborates with service providers and professional colleagues to better understand and address clients' psychological and social needs.
Maintains thorough written records of all counseling sessions, including comprehensive reports addressing presenting problems, current needs, and documentation of all relevant information/contacts while observing confidentiality laws and goals/objectives.
Identifies and analyzes counseling design, interventions, referrals, patient access processes, and related factors. Modifies approach to account for sensory impairments and needs of all customers. Recommends changes to improve service quality, effectiveness, and efficiency, and provides appropriate community referrals with follow-up to ensure access to care.
Job Accountabilities
Identifies ways to improve work processes and customer satisfaction; makes recommendations, and monitors results in support of department and Parkland goals.
Stays current with developments in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, participating in professional organizations, and maintaining certification/licensure; integrates knowledge into practice.
Maintains knowledge of applicable laws, policies, and guidelines; develops controls to ensure adherence to requirements and coordinates with internal/external stakeholders as needed.
Discrimination policy:
Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status. Parkland Health is a tobacco- and smoke-free campus as part of our commitment to patients and employees’ wellness.
Qualifications
Education: Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling.
Experience: Two (2) years of counseling experience. Preferences: experience in perinatal mood disorders, women’s health issues, youth/adult mental health disorders, childhood/adolescent depression, ADHD, anxiety, trauma, substance use, or related areas. Familiarity with Behavioral Health integration within Primary Care; EMDR training/certification preferred for trauma-related disorders.
Licensure/Certification: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) OR Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) OR Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
Skills: Knowledge of principles and techniques of mental health counseling; strong written and oral communication; ability to work with diverse populations; patient-centered approach; bilingual Spanish proficiency preferred.
Additional Notes Spanish proficiency is preferred.
Additional Roles and Opportunities
Other related roles and postings may be listed for reference (e.g., General Clinical Interest Application – Therapists, Child Autism Therapist, Adjunct Faculty, etc.).
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Mental Health Counselor- VIP/RC- Bilingual Spanish needed at Parkland Health Join to apply for the
Mental Health Counselor- VIP/RC- Bilingual spanish needed
role at
Parkland Health . Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Parkland invites you to contribute to the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that’s served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn, and join a team where patient care is more than a job—it’s our passion.
Responsibilities
Provides counseling to clients and their families to relieve emotional distress, clarify patient goals/priorities, expand social support networks in individual or group format, and find adaptive solutions to current life problems.
Collaborates with service providers and professional colleagues to better understand and address clients' psychological and social needs.
Maintains thorough written records of all counseling sessions, including comprehensive reports addressing presenting problems, current needs, and documentation of all relevant information/contacts while observing confidentiality laws and goals/objectives.
Identifies and analyzes counseling design, interventions, referrals, patient access processes, and related factors. Modifies approach to account for sensory impairments and needs of all customers. Recommends changes to improve service quality, effectiveness, and efficiency, and provides appropriate community referrals with follow-up to ensure access to care.
Job Accountabilities
Identifies ways to improve work processes and customer satisfaction; makes recommendations, and monitors results in support of department and Parkland goals.
Stays current with developments in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, participating in professional organizations, and maintaining certification/licensure; integrates knowledge into practice.
Maintains knowledge of applicable laws, policies, and guidelines; develops controls to ensure adherence to requirements and coordinates with internal/external stakeholders as needed.
Discrimination policy:
Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status. Parkland Health is a tobacco- and smoke-free campus as part of our commitment to patients and employees’ wellness.
Qualifications
Education: Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling.
Experience: Two (2) years of counseling experience. Preferences: experience in perinatal mood disorders, women’s health issues, youth/adult mental health disorders, childhood/adolescent depression, ADHD, anxiety, trauma, substance use, or related areas. Familiarity with Behavioral Health integration within Primary Care; EMDR training/certification preferred for trauma-related disorders.
Licensure/Certification: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) OR Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) OR Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
Skills: Knowledge of principles and techniques of mental health counseling; strong written and oral communication; ability to work with diverse populations; patient-centered approach; bilingual Spanish proficiency preferred.
Additional Notes Spanish proficiency is preferred.
Additional Roles and Opportunities
Other related roles and postings may be listed for reference (e.g., General Clinical Interest Application – Therapists, Child Autism Therapist, Adjunct Faculty, etc.).
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