Remote Clinical Counselor
Job title: Remote Clinical Counselor in Norfolk, VA at Zeiders Enterprises
Company: Zeiders Enterprises
Job description: Description :Job Title: Remote Clinical Counselor**This position is fully remote and able to be supported from any location. However, candidates must be available to work during the below specified timeframe, regardless of their location.**Shift: 7:00AM-5:30PM ETSummaryThe Remote Clinical Counselor works as a full-time employee of Zeiders Enterprises and provides assessment and short-term, solution focused non-medial counseling services to eligible individuals, marital or intimate partners, families, and/or groups as part of the CNIC Fleet and Family Support Program (FFSP) Global Staffing Contract. This position is remote but must be located within a reasonable commuting distance of a military installation for the purpose of CAC issuance. Remote Clinical Counselors may be asked to provide surge support to other regions virtually, and in times of crisis may be required to travel to provide clinical support to clients on site.Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Scope of practice is limited to counseling services for Other Conditions That May Be a Focus of Clinical Attention and Adjustment Disorders.
Ensure referral for appropriate behavioral health follow-up of any psychological disorders or symptoms requiring longer-term and/or medical/psychiatric intervention. Conduct intake, screening, assessment, and referral of clients as appropriate. Work with the client to establish an individual treatment plan. Provide individual and couples, and group counseling. Provide information about existing Navy programs such as NMC Counseling Services at the sites. Provide immediate intervention and risk assessment IAW best practices in the mental health community and educate and ensure adequate referral and follow-up of any case presenting suicidal or homicidal risk.
Perform accurate assessment of the client’s presenting problem and plan effective treatment for that problem.
Provide an initial clinical assessment and ongoing risk assessments using the Columbia Suicide Severity Risk Scale (C-SSRS). Provide ongoing safety planning using the Veterans Affairs Safety Plan.
Report suspected child abuse and domestic abuse/violence to the local civilian authorities and the Family Advocacy Representative IAW Navy and state requirements.
Coordinate and manage specialized assessment and intervention services for children and families not associated with met criteria incidents of child abuse/neglect or domestic abuse.
Provide a warm handoff to the Family Advocacy Representative or FAP Victim Advocate for clients wanting to make a restricted domestic abuse report.
Provide a warm handoff to the Sexual Assault Response Coordinator or SAPR Victim Advocate for clients wanting to make a restricted sexual assault report.
Intervene in crisis situations, using sound professional judgment, ethical practice, and common sense. This includes duty counselor responsibilities within the normal work day.
Remote Clinical Counselors may be authorized to provide temporary surge support (telephonically and through Navy authorized virtual platforms) across additional Navy Regions when there is an increased number of cases within a region. All efforts should be made to provide appointments in the time zone of the Sailor’s location.
Participate in quarterly quality assurance procedures to ensure that all clinical services provided are safe and of good quality.
Maintain counseling case documentation in the FFSMIS Clinical Counseling Record System for all non-medical counseling assessment and counseling services IAW all applicable policies, laws, and instructions.
Ensure all non-medical counseling services are accounted for in the FFSMIS scheduling module.
Required Education and/or Experience Qualifications
Minimum educational qualifications include one of the following; a master’s degree in counseling accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs; a master’s degree in social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, a master’s degree in marriage and family therapy accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Marriage and Family Therapy Education, or a doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology and a one-year clinical internship accredited by the American Psychological Association.
Current, valid and unrestricted clinical license or certification from a state or U.S. territory authorizing independent clinical practice in the fields of professional counseling, clinical social work, marriage and family therapy or clinical/counseling psychology- LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist), LCP (Licensed Clinical Psychologist/ Licensed PhD in Psychology), LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor), LCPC (Licensed Certified Professional Counselor), LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor)
Each Remote Clinical Counselor must maintain current clinical credentials and privileges throughout their FFSP assignment.
A minimum of two years- of full-time, post-master’s supervised clinical experience.
Remote Clinical Counselors must meet or exceed the requirements for Tier II clinical practitioners.
Remote Clinical Counselors must meet the standards of professional and ethical conduct prescribed by their particular discipline or licensing board and demonstrate current clinical competence through at least periodic, direct service clinical experience during the 2 years preceding hire.
Ability to work effectively with diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds
Proficiency in oral and written communication skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite software and skilled in the use of office software
Must have a dedicated professional workspace that that provides a secure, private environment suitable for telehealth clinical services and is free of distractions or personal commitments during the workday.
Must be physically located within a reasonable commuting distance of a military installation.
Must be able to work core business hours of the assigned area of responsibility.
Must be able to flex hours in times of surge or crisis.
Preferred Qualifications
Live local to the area of responsibility.
Knowledge of the difficulties of adjusting to general life stresses as well as those resulting from the requirements of military life, and experience providing short-term counseling for those issues
Knowledge of standard documentation requirements for clinical services
Knowledge of available military and community referral resources
Experience working in a virtual environment and competency in telehealth clinical service delivery
Other Skills and AbilitiesAll positions that require access to U.S. Government facilities and systems require U.S. Citizenship, and reliable transportation to travel to assigned locations and nearby facilities.CompetenciesTo perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments
Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results
Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
Physical Requirements: Uses personal computer, telephones, copiers, printers and other office equipment. Sits, stands, bends, lifts, and moves intermittently during working hours. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.Work Environment:Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Must have a dedicated professional workspace that that provides a secure, private environment suitable for telehealth clinical services and staff supervision and is free of distractions or personal commitments during the workday.Zeiders Enterprises, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity EmployerPay Rate: $67,000 - $115,600PLEASE NOTE: The Zeiders pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as candidate’s geographic location, internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Expected salary: $67000 - 115600 per year
Location: Norfolk, VA
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Company: Zeiders Enterprises
Job description: Description :Job Title: Remote Clinical Counselor**This position is fully remote and able to be supported from any location. However, candidates must be available to work during the below specified timeframe, regardless of their location.**Shift: 7:00AM-5:30PM ETSummaryThe Remote Clinical Counselor works as a full-time employee of Zeiders Enterprises and provides assessment and short-term, solution focused non-medial counseling services to eligible individuals, marital or intimate partners, families, and/or groups as part of the CNIC Fleet and Family Support Program (FFSP) Global Staffing Contract. This position is remote but must be located within a reasonable commuting distance of a military installation for the purpose of CAC issuance. Remote Clinical Counselors may be asked to provide surge support to other regions virtually, and in times of crisis may be required to travel to provide clinical support to clients on site.Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Scope of practice is limited to counseling services for Other Conditions That May Be a Focus of Clinical Attention and Adjustment Disorders.
Ensure referral for appropriate behavioral health follow-up of any psychological disorders or symptoms requiring longer-term and/or medical/psychiatric intervention. Conduct intake, screening, assessment, and referral of clients as appropriate. Work with the client to establish an individual treatment plan. Provide individual and couples, and group counseling. Provide information about existing Navy programs such as NMC Counseling Services at the sites. Provide immediate intervention and risk assessment IAW best practices in the mental health community and educate and ensure adequate referral and follow-up of any case presenting suicidal or homicidal risk.
Perform accurate assessment of the client’s presenting problem and plan effective treatment for that problem.
Provide an initial clinical assessment and ongoing risk assessments using the Columbia Suicide Severity Risk Scale (C-SSRS). Provide ongoing safety planning using the Veterans Affairs Safety Plan.
Report suspected child abuse and domestic abuse/violence to the local civilian authorities and the Family Advocacy Representative IAW Navy and state requirements.
Coordinate and manage specialized assessment and intervention services for children and families not associated with met criteria incidents of child abuse/neglect or domestic abuse.
Provide a warm handoff to the Family Advocacy Representative or FAP Victim Advocate for clients wanting to make a restricted domestic abuse report.
Provide a warm handoff to the Sexual Assault Response Coordinator or SAPR Victim Advocate for clients wanting to make a restricted sexual assault report.
Intervene in crisis situations, using sound professional judgment, ethical practice, and common sense. This includes duty counselor responsibilities within the normal work day.
Remote Clinical Counselors may be authorized to provide temporary surge support (telephonically and through Navy authorized virtual platforms) across additional Navy Regions when there is an increased number of cases within a region. All efforts should be made to provide appointments in the time zone of the Sailor’s location.
Participate in quarterly quality assurance procedures to ensure that all clinical services provided are safe and of good quality.
Maintain counseling case documentation in the FFSMIS Clinical Counseling Record System for all non-medical counseling assessment and counseling services IAW all applicable policies, laws, and instructions.
Ensure all non-medical counseling services are accounted for in the FFSMIS scheduling module.
Required Education and/or Experience Qualifications
Minimum educational qualifications include one of the following; a master’s degree in counseling accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs; a master’s degree in social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, a master’s degree in marriage and family therapy accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Marriage and Family Therapy Education, or a doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology and a one-year clinical internship accredited by the American Psychological Association.
Current, valid and unrestricted clinical license or certification from a state or U.S. territory authorizing independent clinical practice in the fields of professional counseling, clinical social work, marriage and family therapy or clinical/counseling psychology- LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist), LCP (Licensed Clinical Psychologist/ Licensed PhD in Psychology), LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor), LCPC (Licensed Certified Professional Counselor), LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor)
Each Remote Clinical Counselor must maintain current clinical credentials and privileges throughout their FFSP assignment.
A minimum of two years- of full-time, post-master’s supervised clinical experience.
Remote Clinical Counselors must meet or exceed the requirements for Tier II clinical practitioners.
Remote Clinical Counselors must meet the standards of professional and ethical conduct prescribed by their particular discipline or licensing board and demonstrate current clinical competence through at least periodic, direct service clinical experience during the 2 years preceding hire.
Ability to work effectively with diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds
Proficiency in oral and written communication skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite software and skilled in the use of office software
Must have a dedicated professional workspace that that provides a secure, private environment suitable for telehealth clinical services and is free of distractions or personal commitments during the workday.
Must be physically located within a reasonable commuting distance of a military installation.
Must be able to work core business hours of the assigned area of responsibility.
Must be able to flex hours in times of surge or crisis.
Preferred Qualifications
Live local to the area of responsibility.
Knowledge of the difficulties of adjusting to general life stresses as well as those resulting from the requirements of military life, and experience providing short-term counseling for those issues
Knowledge of standard documentation requirements for clinical services
Knowledge of available military and community referral resources
Experience working in a virtual environment and competency in telehealth clinical service delivery
Other Skills and AbilitiesAll positions that require access to U.S. Government facilities and systems require U.S. Citizenship, and reliable transportation to travel to assigned locations and nearby facilities.CompetenciesTo perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments
Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results
Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
Physical Requirements: Uses personal computer, telephones, copiers, printers and other office equipment. Sits, stands, bends, lifts, and moves intermittently during working hours. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.Work Environment:Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Must have a dedicated professional workspace that that provides a secure, private environment suitable for telehealth clinical services and staff supervision and is free of distractions or personal commitments during the workday.Zeiders Enterprises, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity EmployerPay Rate: $67,000 - $115,600PLEASE NOTE: The Zeiders pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as candidate’s geographic location, internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Expected salary: $67000 - 115600 per year
Location: Norfolk, VA
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