Education Counselor Jobs in Washington, DC

<Job Overview>
Join our dynamic mental health team as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), where you will play a vital role in delivering comprehensive behavioral health services to diverse populations. This position offers an exciting opportunity to utilize your expertise in psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and clinical counseling to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives. As an LCPC, you will provide evidence-based therapies, conduct diagnostic evaluations, and develop personalized treatment plans within telehealth settings. Your dedication to patient care and clinical excellence will help foster recovery, resilience, and well-being for individuals across the lifespan.

<Duties>

• Conduct thorough intake assessments and diagnostic evaluations utilizing ICD-9 and ICD-10 coding standards to determine appropriate treatment pathways.
• Deliver individual, group, and family therapy sessions employing modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, art therapy, dance therapy, and applied behavior analysis (ABA).
• Implement crisis management strategies and crisis intervention techniques to ensure patient safety during acute episodes.
• Provide specialized counseling for conditions including PTSD, addiction, grief, chronic pain, gender issues, and working with individuals with developmental disabilities or autism spectrum disorder.
• Maintain accurate medical documentation and records in compliance with HIPAA regulations while utilizing CPT coding for billing purposes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on case management plans and coordinate care for patients with complex needs across inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Engage in clinical research activities when applicable, contributing to data collection efforts that support ongoing quality improvement initiatives.

<Skills>

• Proven expertise in psychotherapy techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, and behavioral management strategies.
• Strong working knowledge of ICD-9/ICD-10 coding systems for accurate diagnosis documentation.
• Experience with telehealth platforms delivering remote mental health services effectively.
• Exceptional skills in crisis intervention, trauma-informed care, and addiction counseling.
• Ability to work compassionately with children, adolescents, adults, geriatrics, and individuals with disabilities or special needs including autism spectrum disorder.
• Familiarity with medical terminology related to behavioral health and experience documenting within electronic health records (EHR) systems.
• Excellent communication skills for conducting intake interviews, patient assessments, and delivering psychoeducation to patients and families. Embark on a rewarding career where your clinical expertise fuels positive change! We seek motivated professionals committed to providing compassionate care while advancing their skills through ongoing training and collaboration. Join us in creating a supportive environment dedicated to healing, growth, and hope!
• Must be licenses in MD and DC
• Must be get licenses in VA within 60 days of hire.

Pay: $50.00 - $70.00 per hour

Work Location: Remote