Licensed Behavioral Health Counselor - LCSW or LPC in Tyler, Texas at Tyler Family Circle of

Join Family Circle of Care as We Expand Behavioral Health Services in East Texas!

Family Circle of Care is excited to expand our services into Palestine, Texas with the opening of our newest clinic! We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) to join our Behavioral Health team.

This position will be based at our new Palestine clinic and will provide in-person behavioral health services to patients in the Palestine community, while also providing remote/telehealth counseling services to patients served by our Athens clinic.

This is a great opportunity for a behavioral health professional who enjoys working as part of an integrated healthcare team and wants to help expand access to mental health services in rural and underserved East Texas communities.

The LCSW/LPC will provide individual and family counseling to children, adolescents and/or adults in an integrated care setting, working closely with medical providers and other members of the healthcare team.

• Provide assessment, counseling, treatment planning, and ongoing behavioral health services.
• Provide both in-person counseling at the Palestine clinic and telehealth counseling for Athens patients.
• Utilize a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach that empowers patients and their natural support systems.
• Work collaboratively with physicians, advanced practice providers, clinical staff, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team.
• Recognize and address social, emotional, and environmental factors that may affect a patient's overall health and well-being.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in the electronic health record.
• Connect patients and families with appropriate community resources and services when needed.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with applicable state and federal requirements.
• Provide compassionate, culturally responsive care to patients who may experience healthcare disparities, chronic health conditions, poverty, trauma, or other barriers to care.

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, or a related behavioral health field.
• Current Texas LCSW or LPC license required.
• Two or more years of outpatient, community health center, or counseling/therapy experience preferred.
• Experience providing behavioral health services through telehealth preferred.
• Experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and/or families preferred.
• Knowledge of mandatory reporting requirements related to abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
• Experience with electronic health records preferred; EPIC experience is a plus.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Family Circle of Care values employees and is pleased to offer excellent benefit packages intended to protect your well-being and financial health.

Retirement Savings Match:

• 403(b) Savings Plan with 5% Company Match

Paid Time Off:

• 10 Paid Holidays
• 20 Days Paid Time Off

Professional Development:

• Continuing Education
• Paid Time Off to Attend Continuing Education

Federal Tort Claims Act Coverage:

• Legal Protection Unique to Covered Entities
• Per Occurrence Policy without a Limit

Federal Loan Repayment Program:

• All FCC clinics are National Health Service Corps (NHSC) sites.
• Certain licensed professionals are eligible to apply for a scholarship and loan repayment in exchange for a 2-year commitment.
• Visit the National Health Service Corps | NHSC website for more information.

Family Circle of Care is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) serving communities throughout East Texas. Since 2013, FCC has worked to increase access to high-quality, affordable healthcare for individuals and families, particularly those living in medically underserved communities.

Our services include Obstetrics & Gynecology, Pediatrics, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Behavioral and Mental Health Services, Dental Services, and Social Services and Resource Assistance.

Many of our patients experience barriers to healthcare, and we strive to reduce obstacles by providing trauma-informed, culturally competent, affordable, and accessible healthcare for all.

With our expansion into Palestine, Texas, we are excited to bring FCC's integrated model of care to a new East Texas community and further expand access to behavioral health services in the region.

Palestine offers the charm and sense of community East Texas is known for, along with an affordable cost of living and a relaxed pace of life. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Piney Woods, Palestine is known for its historic downtown, outdoor recreation, and strong community ties.

For behavioral health professionals, joining FCC's new Palestine clinic offers the opportunity to help build and grow behavioral health services in a new location while improving access to mental healthcare across underserved East Texas communities.

Family Circle of Care
Human Resources Department

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