Licensed Mental Health Counselor

The LMHC reports to the Assistant Director for Treatment and provides direct clinical services to youth and their families or caregivers. The DJJOY clinician plays a critical role as a primary member of the youth’s support team. As such, the clinician works to assist the team in understanding youth holistically; conceptualizing those behaviors directly related to the youth’s placement in the context of familial, community, cultural and developmental experiences. The clinician continually assesses and draws upon the strengths and assets of youth and their caregivers to facilitate insight, cognitive, behavioral, emotional and spiritual growth/wellness.

• Serve as an active member of a multidisciplinary team; attend meetings,
present clinical information and observations, provide consultation and
assistance to staff in other disciplines; coordinate the care and treatment
planning of individuals served by the team.

• Conduct clinical assessments using standardized
instruments and evaluation protocols; develop person-centered and goal-oriented treatment plans. Where indicated, recommend a higher level of care and complete referrals for specialized services.

• Provide direct mental health counseling and psychotherapy
to individuals and families. This includes facilitating psychoeducation, substance use treatment, and skills acquisition groups.

• Conduct risk assessments and provide crisis intervention when indicated.

• Document and maintain youth records, including contact notes, treatment plans, assessments, clinical recommendations and collateral contacts, in accordance with state regulations and DJJOY policies.

• Collaborate with other clinical and community staff to develop discharge and aftercare service plans.