Outpatient Counselor - Norfolk, NE

Job Description

Job Description

Overview : At The Well, our Counselors play a key role in supporting the well-being of our clients. We are seeking a compassionate and skilled professional who can effectively manage various tasks, understand diverse client needs, and uphold our core values in every interaction. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, clinical expertise, and a passion for creating a supportive and inclusive environment. This position will work out of the West Point and Norfolk Outpatient offices.

Core Values :

• Show Up with Generosity : We approach our work with a spirit of giving, offering our time and resources to ensure the success of our clients and the community we serve.
• Check the Ego : We value humility and teamwork over personal ambition; we work collaboratively to achieve our goals.
• Embrace Diversity : We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that respects and values diverse voices and experiences.
• Grounded in Hope : We maintain an optimistic, resilient, and realistic outlook, empowering ourselves and others to overcome challenges and thrive.

Qualifications :

Licensed, or eligible for licensure, in Nebraska as a (P)LADC.

Strong interpersonal skills : clear communication, empathy, warmth, ability to build rapport quickly.

Skilled in forming therapeutic alliances, setting goals, and motivating consumers.

Flexible and adaptive in therapy; comfortable addressing difficult issues and strong emotions.

Able to foster hope, optimism, and consumer accountability for progress.

Culturally aware and able to coordinate care with other providers / services.

Self-aware, maintains professional boundaries, and uses personal experiences therapeutically only when appropriate.

Knowledgeable in evidence-based practices, biological / social / psychological factors, and multiple therapeutic approaches (CBT, ACT, Solution-Focused, REBT, Reality, Person-Centered, Gestalt).

Committed to ongoing learning, feedback, and professional growth.

Familiar with HIPAA, 42 CFR regulations, and ethical standards.

Able to work flexible hours (evenings / weekends) as needed.

Strong clinical judgment, independence, and ability to develop / implement treatment plans.

Skilled in clinical documentation, problem-solving, collaboration, and self-care.

Able to partner with outside agencies to support consumers.

Preferred

Dual licensure : (P / LMHP / LIMHP) and (P / LADC).

Duties & Responsibilities

Maintain licensure and meet CEU requirements.

Provide counseling to help consumers identify strengths, set goals, change behaviors, and build skills.

Stay current through workshops and ongoing education.

Comply with state / federal confidentiality and ethics regulations.

Perform all 12 Core Functions (screening, assessment, treatment planning, counseling, case management, crisis intervention, education, referral, reports, consultation, etc.).

Conduct intakes, assessments, and orientations; complete documentation and treatment plans within timelines.

Provide individual, group, and family counseling tailored to consumer needs.

Coordinate services and referrals; network with community resources.

Deliver crisis intervention and consumer education as needed.

Maintain accurate clinical records, progress notes, reports, and discharge summaries.

Develop aftercare / follow-up plans with consumers.

Consult with supervisors and other professionals regularly; seek guidance when needed.

Attend staffing meetings and collaborate on consumer progress.