Mental Health Professional (School-Based)

Location: Jacksonville, AR – Jacksonville Middle and High School
Employer: Families, Inc. Counseling Services

About Us:
Families, Inc. Counseling Services is a privately owned and operated mental health provider with over 25 years of experience serving communities across Arkansas. We are committed to providing compassionate, high-quality behavioral health services to help individuals and families live happier, healthier lives.

Position Summary:
The Mental Health Professional will provide a range of therapeutic and case management services to assigned clients within the Jacksonville Middle and High School setting. Services include Intake Assessment, Treatment Planning, Individual/Family/Group Therapy, Psychoeducation, Crisis Intervention, and Crisis Stabilization.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide direct mental health services including assessments, treatment planning, therapy, and crisis intervention.
Deliver services at approved locations as determined by clinical need.
Monitor caseload daily through the MHP Caseload Compliance Report (Credible) and maintain timely, accurate documentation.
Complete treatment plans every 180 days.
Submit all documentation required by Managed Care and/or private insurance for reimbursement approval.
Complete daily progress notes and Safety/Incident Reports by the next calendar day, per Policy 4-4 “Contemporaneous Documentation.”
Provide required reports to DCFS, legal systems, and other agencies as needed.
Maintain strict compliance with HIPAA and Families, Inc. Privacy Practices.
Attend monthly clinic meetings and medical staffings (maintaining 90% compliance).
Provide QBHP supervision and observation as outlined by policy.
Testify in court as required.
Maintain an active Arkansas license as an LCSW, LMSW, LPC, LAC, LAMFT, or LMFT.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:
Education:

Master’s degree from an accredited university or college in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling.
Must be licensed as a Mental Health Professional in the State of Arkansas.

Job Skills:

Required: Ability to maintain confidentiality, adhere to HIPAA guidelines, and deliver services effectively and ethically to clients, families, and professionals. Must be willing to travel as needed.
Preferred: Strong computer proficiency, excellent spelling and grammar, and strong organizational skills.

Why Join Families, Inc.?

Competitive pay and quarterly bonus opportunities
Flexible schedules and supportive supervision
Loan forgiveness eligible sites (NHSC approved)
Privately owned and locally operated organization

EOE Employer

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $50,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Education:

Master's (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Jacksonville, AR 72076 (Required)

Willingness to travel:

50% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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