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Big Leap Family Guidance Centers is seeking dedicated Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC) to join our innovative telehealth team. This remote, full-time position offers a unique opportunity to provide essential mental health services to a diverse patient population from the comfort of your own home. As a key member of our mental health team, you will utilize your clinical expertise in a supportive and collaborative environment, working towards improving the well-being of individuals and families.

Big Leap Family Guidance Centers, located in Fairfield, Connecticut, has evolved into a comprehensive healthcare provider that delivers a broad range of services beyond psychiatry, including obstetrics, pediatrics, general medicine, family planning, and dentistry. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the mental and emotional health of our community, offering specialized education, intervention, and management strategies for various social issues. Our highly trained staff is focused on providing care through a lens of compassion, respect, and confidentiality, with services covered by Medicaid, Medicare, and most private health insurance plans.

This position is entirely remote, promoting a work-life balance that supports your personal and professional commitments. Utilize our user-friendly telehealth platform to engage with patients effectively, ensuring accessibility and convenience for both clients and staff. You will have the advantage of flexible scheduling to accommodate your availability and our patients’ needs. We are proud to foster a culture of inclusivity and support among our remote healthcare professionals.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor at Big Leap Family Guidance Centers, you will:

• Assist primary care providers in recognizing, treating, and managing patients' mental health and psychosocial issues, collaborating closely with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Conduct comprehensive patient intakes, focusing on diagnostic assessments and functional evaluations, while providing recommendations to the primary care provider regarding treatment goals.
• Deliver brief, evidence-based interventions to patients seeking mental health services, ensuring they receive timely and appropriate care.
• Monitor patient progress and follow up to evaluate ongoing treatment efficacy, adjusting approaches as necessary to promote optimal outcomes.
• Develop relapse prevention strategies and behavioral plans for patients, empowering them to maintain stability and improved mental health.
• Document patient progress comprehensively in treatment charts, keeping communication channels open with primary care providers regarding patient needs and developments in their treatment plans.
• Educate patients about self-management techniques and healthy lifestyle choices, fostering active participation in their treatment and recovery.
• Participate in case consultations with clinic management to evaluate behavioral health services and make recommendations based on observed outcomes.
• Maintain strict adherence to the Code of Ethical Conduct for Clinical Professionals while also executing other duties as assigned.

In this role, you will work closely with a diverse array of clients, including adults, adolescents, and families dealing with various mental health challenges. Your interventions will aim to address clients' emotional well-being, trauma backgrounds, and psychosocial issues, all while providing a supportive space that prioritizes their confidentiality and comfort. By helping clients navigate their mental health journeys, you will play an essential role in their overall healing and personal development.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• A Master’s Degree in Clinical Counseling or a related mental health field.
• A current LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) license, with a strong understanding of relevant mental health assessment tools and treatment strategies.
• Thorough knowledge of psychotherapeutic techniques, behavioral therapy, and the DSM-IV diagnostic manual.
• Ability to effectively assess individual patient needs, establish treatment plans, and evaluate ongoing care effectiveness.
• Strong communication skills to cultivate effective relationships with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Proficiency in maintaining clinical records while adhering to all confidentiality and ethical guidelines.
• Independent judgment in decision-making based on clinical knowledge and expertise.

While not required, bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred, as it allows for greater accessibility and connection with a wider patient population. Additionally, familiarity with community resources, mental health systems, and treatment methodologies in both individual and group therapy settings is highly advantageous.

This position offers a competitive salary range of USD 87,000 to 105,000 annually, commensurate with experience. In addition to a base salary, we are pleased to offer a sign-on bonus for qualified applicants, comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities to support your growth within the organization.

At Big Leap Family Guidance Centers, we value continuous learning and professional development for our team members. We provide access to training programs, workshops, and career progression paths, allowing you to enhance your skills and advance your career while making a meaningful impact on the lives of our clients.

By joining Big Leap Family Guidance Centers, you will become part of a dynamic team that is committed to making a positive difference in the mental health landscape of our community. Our telehealth approach offers flexibility, while our comprehensive services and collaborative environment will empower you to bring your best self to your practice. Together, we can help individuals and families thrive.

If you are passionate about helping others and meet the qualifications outlined above, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and interest in joining our team to . We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to Big Leap Family Guidance Centers.