Behavioral Health Counselor/UKHC in Lexington, Kentucky at University of Kentucky
Job Function: Medical
University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky, 40502, United States
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University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
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| Job Title | Behavioral Health Counselor/UKHC |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | RE46547 |
| Working Title | Behavioral Health Counselor – General Pediatrics Clinic |
| Department Name | MG34G:PEDS-GENERAL |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Grade Level | 12 |
| Salary Range | $62,400-111,634/year |
| Type of Position | Staff |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Required Education | MSW for LCSW, MS for LPCC, LCADC, LMFT (no equivalency) |
| Click here for more information about equivalencies: | https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies |
| Required Related Experience | 3 yrs |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | Licensed 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 Requirements | The 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. |
| Shift | Monday – Friday, Day Shift; primarily 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (40 hrs/wk); other hours as needed |
| Job Summary | The 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 and group counseling. This individual will work closely with the providers in the General Pediatrics clinic to provide patients and families with a comprehensive mental health evaluation and treatment plan. Job duties also include assisting with the diagnosis of mental health disabilities and providing support to patients through counseling. This position’s primary location will be in the General Pediatrics Clinic, with up to one day per week spent providing services on the Mobile Unit. |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | None |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | Previous work experience providing clinical mental health assessments, counseling, case management and/or social services. |
| Deadline to Apply | 08/29/2024 |
| University Community of Inclusion | The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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 check and/or drug screen. |
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have an MSW or Master's level degree or higher?
- Yes
- No
- * 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
- * Do you have 3 years of experience in healthcare, clinical mental health, counseling, case management and/or social service?
- Yes
- No
- * Describe any experience you have had providing social services in a medical setting.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Please indicate your years of paid, full-time employment experience providing mental health counseling services for pediatric patients.
- None
- Some, but less than 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years up through 5 years
- More than 5 years
- * The Department of Pediatrics provides care to children from diverse socioeconomic, religious, cultural, social and familial -. Are you willing to provide mental health to all patients, within your scope of licensure?
- Yes
- No
- * University of Kentucky HealthCare recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. By applying for a position within UK Healthcare, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our five values. These values are diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork. Please choose one of the UK Healthcare values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience.
(Open Ended Question)
- * University of Kentucky HealthCare seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, every time. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the UK HealthCare Values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork?
- Yes
- No
- * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
- HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
- InsightIntoDiversity.com
- Latinosinhighered.com
- HospitalCareers.com
- Indeed.com
- LinkedIn.com
- Institute for Diversity in Health Management
- A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
- None of the Above
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- Resume
- Cover Letter
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