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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Child and Adolescent Mental Health Counselor to join our team. This role involves working closely with children, teenagers, and their families to address emotional, behavioral, and psychological challenges. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mental health counseling, a deep understanding of child and adolescent development, and a passion for helping young people thrive.
As a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Counselor, you will conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide individual, group, and family therapy. You will collaborate with other professionals such as teachers, pediatricians, and social workers to ensure a comprehensive approach to care. Your work will be instrumental in helping young clients manage issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and family conflict.
This position requires excellent communication skills, empathy, and the ability to build trust with young clients and their families. You should be comfortable using evidence-based therapeutic techniques and be committed to ongoing professional development. Experience in school settings, community mental health, or private practice is highly valued.
We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for continuing education, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and adolescents. If you are passionate about mental health and want to contribute to the well-being of the next generation, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
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- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
- Provide individual, group, and family therapy sessions
- Collaborate with families, schools, and healthcare providers
- Maintain accurate and confidential client records
- Monitor client progress and adjust treatment as needed
- Educate clients and families about mental health issues
- Participate in case conferences and team meetings
- Stay current with best practices and continuing education
- Respond to crisis situations and provide appropriate interventions
Requirements
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- State licensure or certification as a mental health counselor
- Experience working with children and adolescents
- Strong understanding of child development and mental health disorders
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams
- Knowledge of evidence-based therapeutic approaches
- Commitment to ethical and professional standards
- Flexibility to work evenings or weekends if needed
- Proficiency in maintaining clinical documentation
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have working with children and adolescents?
- How do you approach developing a treatment plan for a young client?
- Can you describe a challenging case and how you handled it?
- What therapeutic modalities are you most comfortable using?
- How do you involve families in the counseling process?
- What strategies do you use to build rapport with young clients?
- How do you stay current with developments in child mental health?
- Are you comfortable working in school or community settings?
- How do you handle confidentiality with minors?
- What is your availability for evening or weekend sessions?
