Contract Position: Community Services Clinician

Community Services Counseling Services is a branch of the Kentucky United Methodist Children's Homes.  The organization is a Christ-centered ministry of hope for the healing and wholeness for children and families by providing for the physical, emotional, educational, and spiritual needs of children and families.

Community Services Counseling Services provides out-patient and school-based therapy along with Targeted Case Management.  The main office is located in Nicholasville, KY.

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION

Contract Community Services Clinician.

Applicant’s primary responsibility is to provide therapeutic, clinical behavioral health services to youth and their families.  Applicants must be willing to participate in a multidisciplinary team approach with community partners, and be willing to travel within the identified service areas.

Contracted rate per hour: $45 per billable hour

• A contract worker receives a 1099 at year-end, not a W-2.  
• A contract worker is not an employee of the agency, so the agency does not withhold any taxes or deductions of any kind. 

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBLITIES

• Applicants are expected to provide services including, but not limited to: crisis intervention/risk assessment; treatment planning; education; intensive out-patient services; individual, family, group and collateral therapy and referral.
• Applicants are to provide supervision and care under the directives of an individualized comprehensive treatment plan in compliance with all applicable directives.
• Applicants are responsible for maintaining current knowledge of discipline-specific requirements of corresponding licensing board
• Applicants are expected to ensure appropriate and timely renewal of licensure and certification.
• Applicants must maintain eligibility for independent licensure, as applicable.

MINOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Applicants need to acknowledge that caseloads may include diverse populations with a variety of clinical needs. 

QUALIFICATIONS FOR JOB

Education:

Master's degree from an accredited institution in Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or Social Work

Must possess a current Professional License as required by Kentucky professional boards (LPCC, LCADC, LCSW, LMFT, etc.)

Experience:

Minimum of 2 years experience in related field of licensure

Other:

Effective communication skills

Strong interpersonal and engagement skills

Demonstrates professional maturity and respect for others

Ability to support the agency's mission and philosophy, and demonstrate respect for cultural diversity and team-centric harmony

KEY COMPETENCIES

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Strong clinical documentation knowledge and skills

Strong computer skills (experience using EMR system preferred)

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of current auto insurance

Must submit to required background checks and pre-contract drug screening

Provide and maintain professional liability insurance

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