Mental Health Counselor II

2 weeks ago


Houston, United States DePelchin Children's Center Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Position:                     Mental Health Counselor II (Bilingual Preferred)

Classification:            Full-time, Exempt      

Reports to:                 Program Coordinator

Location:                    Houston, TX

Benefits:                     Robust benefits package, generous PTO, matching retirement

Position Description:

The Mental Health Counselor will provide one-on-one counseling to youth in elementary, middle, and high school settings throughout the Greater Houston Area. This role requires daily travel to assigned schools and flexibility to work during school hours and occasional evenings if needed. The position offers additional opportunities for office-based and virtual counseling services during the summer months.

Required Qualifications:

  • Master’s in social work or related human services field.
  • Fully licensed as an LMSW; or
  • Provisionally licensed as an LPC-Associate, or LMFT-Associate.
  • Must have passed licensure examination to obtain LMSW, LMFT-Associate, or LPC-Associate.
  • Employment is contingent upon obtaining full/provisional licensure within 90 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • LPC, LCSW, or LMFT.
  • Entry level acceptable with one year's experience.
  • Experience in case management, crisis intervention, or child welfare.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Ability to relate well to children and families in crisis.
  • Comfortable with complexity, advocacy, and mediation.
  • Strong ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
  • Good paperwork and organizational skills.
  • Ability to submit all documentation electronically and in the office timely.
  • Knowledge of social work practices.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with fellow staff and referral sources.
  • Ability to maintain a professional, confidential working environment.
  • Ability to work with culturally diverse populations and workforce.
  • Ability to work flexible hours which vary according to client needs.

Work Conditions:

  • Environment: Home-based office, Schools, Community/Virtual settings
  • Range of Schedule: Mon -Fri, 7:00 am to 8:00 pm (vary according to client schedule)
  • Travel: Frequent, local (Must have reliable transportation and a valid Texas driver license)

DePelchin is Proud to be an Equal Opportunity Workplace.

DePelchin is committed to selecting and employing the best and most qualified person available for each job opening without unlawful discrimination of any kind. Additionally, DePelchin is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), marital or parental status, veteran status, religion, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, genetic information, or political affiliation.

DePelchin Children’s Center supports and sustains children and the families who care for them. We provide comprehensive services focused on ensuring all children are part of safe, caring homes. We deploy evidence-based practices and strategies to prevent maltreatment, preserve healthy families, and bring healing to children who have experienced trauma by enhancing their physical health and mental well-being.

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