Professional School Counselor

Job Description

Job Title: Professional School Counselor Full-Time Lutheran Family & Children's Services of Missouri is seeking compassionate professionals to provide effective counseling/therapy services to eligible students and their families who seek help for mental health related concerns. These positions will also provide consultation for school personnel and parents. The age of students may range from early childhood through high school. The positions will be based in public and parochial schools. These positions are temporary full-time. Duties: Provide effective counseling services to clients including individual, group, case management and crisis intervention as needed. Provide consultation for school staff and parents. Maintain accurate and complete client records. Provide classroom mental health education as agreed upon with schools staff. Assist in the development of classroom materials. Earn continuing education hours needed to meet licensure requirements. Maintain the highest levels of standards of ethics and confidentiality. Qualifications: Minimum Education & Experience: Masters degree in a mental health related field and either fully or provisionally licensed as a professional counselor (PLPC or LPC) or clinical social worker (LMSW or LCSW) in the State of Missouri. Must be a licensed driver with access to a reliable automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements. Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of counseling theories and practices, therapeutic models and interventions. Knowledge of mental health assessment and treatment planning. Knowledge of ethical standards and legal regulations. Knowledge of community resources. Effective professional therapeutic skills. Crisis intervention skills. Ability to function as an effective team member. Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to maintain accurate and complete client records. Computer skills and time management skills. We are an equal opportunity employer. All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, pregnancy, creed, genetic information, gender identity, status as protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with disability or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, LFCS complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE.