Counselor at The Well NE – Columbus, Nebraska

At The Well, our Counselors support the well-being of clients through compassionate care, strong clinical practice, and a deep commitment to our core values. We are seeking licensed or license-eligible professionals who are adaptable, collaborative, and passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of the individuals and families we serve.

This posting reflects counseling opportunities across multiple programs within our organization. Counselors may provide services in residential, outpatient, telehealth, or child and family settings depending on experience, licensure, and organizational need. If you are particularly interested in a specific program area, we encourage you to let us know during the application or interview process.

As the only Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) in Northeast Nebraska, The Well offers a collaborative, team-oriented environment focused on whole-person care, innovation, and professional growth.

Show Up with Generosity
We approach our work with a spirit of giving, offering our time and resources to ensure the success of our clients and the community we serve.

Check the Ego
We value humility and teamwork over personal ambition; we work collaboratively to achieve our goals.

Embrace Diversity
We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that respects and values diverse voices and experiences.

Grounded in Hope
We maintain an optimistic, resilient, and realistic outlook, empowering ourselves and others to overcome challenges and thrive.

Responsibilities may vary slightly by program assignment but typically include:

• Provide individual, group, and/or family counseling services

• Conduct screenings, intakes, assessments, and treatment planning

• Deliver evidence-based interventions tailored to client needs

• Build strong therapeutic relationships grounded in empathy and accountability

• Coordinate care with internal teams and community partners

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation

• Respond to crisis situations when needed

• Support discharge planning and aftercare coordination

• Participate in staffing, consultation, and ongoing professional development

• Perform the 12 Core Functions of counseling

Men’s Residential Counseling – Dual Licensure Required
Provide services within a structured treatment environment supporting individuals in recovery. This role involves close collaboration with residential staff and requires dual licensure due to the scope of services provided.

Outpatient Counseling – In Person
Provide therapy services from our Norfolk, Columbus, or West Point outpatient locations, supporting a diverse range of behavioral health needs through individual, group, and family counseling.

Telehealth Outpatient Counseling
Deliver outpatient services virtually while maintaining strong engagement, clinical standards, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.

Child and Family Counseling
Provide developmentally appropriate counseling services to children, adolescents, and families using evidence-based and client-centered approaches.

• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Nebraska as a (P)LADC, (P)LMHP, LIMHP, or related behavioral health credential

• Dual licensure ((P)LADC and (P)LMHP/LIMHP) preferred

• Strong interpersonal skills including empathy, warmth, and effective communication

• Ability to build therapeutic alliances and adapt clinical approaches

• Knowledge of evidence-based practices (CBT, ACT, Solution-Focused, REBT, Reality Therapy, Person-Centered, Gestalt, etc.)

• Familiarity with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and ethical standards

• Strong clinical judgment, documentation skills, and problem-solving ability

• Commitment to professional growth, self-care, and collaboration

• Supportive team environment grounded in hope, generosity, and inclusion

• Opportunities to work across diverse clinical settings

• Innovative approaches to reducing documentation burden

• Training opportunities and ongoing professional development

• Work/life balance with a culture that values sustainability and teamwork

• Benefits including health, dental, vision, retirement, PTO, and more

• Pay determined through a transparent wage matrix based on education, credentials, and experience

• Full-time opportunities available

• In-person and telehealth roles available

• Service locations may include Norfolk, Columbus, and West Point, Nebraska, depending on program assignment