Behavioral Health Counselor/UKHC

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

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Job TitleBehavioral Health Counselor/UKHCRequisition NumberRE48239Working TitleBehavioral Health Counselor - PediatricsDepartment NameMG34M:PEDS-PSYCHOLOGYWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level12Salary Range$62,400-111,634/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationMSW for LCSW, MS for LPCC, LCADC, LMFT (no equivalency)
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience3 yrs
Required License/Registration/CertificationLicensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) or Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) at time of hire
Physical RequirementsThe physical requirements for this position include regularly sitting, standing, walking, with some pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects weighing up to 10lbs and occasional pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects up to 25lbs.
ShiftMonday - Friday, Day Shift; primarily 8:00AM - 5:00PM (40 hrs/wk); other hours/schedule as needed.
Job SummaryThe Behavioral Health Counselor will provide direct clinical counseling to help children and families deal with various personal, social, and mental health issues, such as depression, unemployment, domestic abuse, and illness, through individual, family, and group counseling.

This individual will work closely with providers to provide patients and families with a comprehensive mental health evaluation and treatment plan. Job duties include evaluating, diagnosing, and treating mental health conditions.

The BHC will provide timely and effective support to patients facing mental health emergencies using evidence-based screening tools, risk assessments, and clinical interventions for children and adolescents. The BHC will help patients cope with suicidal behaviors by safety planning, minimizing stressors, offering emotional support, and improving coping strategies during crisis situations.
Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesNone
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperiencePrevious work experience provinding clinical mental health assessments, counseling, case management and/or social services.
Deadline to Apply04/15/2025Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions
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* Do you have an MSW or Master's level degree or higher? YesNo * Do you have 3 years of experience in healthcare, clinical mental health, counseling, case management and/or social service? YesNo * How many years of experience do you have working as an independently licensed provider? NoneMore than 0, up through 1 yearMore than 1 year, up through 3 yearsMore than 3 years up through 5 yearsMore than 5 years * Do you have experience working in a integrated behavioral health setting, where the primary service is medical care related to physical health? YesNo * Please describe your experience providing therapeutic interventions with children and adolescents who are experiencing a mental health crisis.
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you have current KY licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or are eligible to obtain one by date of hire? If yes, please select the license you have obtained. Yes, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)Yes, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)Yes, Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC)Yes, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)No * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system? InsideHigherEd.comHigherEdJobs.comDiverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education) Latinosinhighered.comHospitalCareers.comIndeed.comLinkedIn.comHigher Education Recruitment Consortium (hercjobs.org)A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member Careerbuilder.comUK Job FairNone of the Above
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