Outpatient Counselor - West Point + Norfolk Offices

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.

Ability to travel between West Point and Norfolk offices.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to build rapport quickly.

Skilled in motivational interviewing and adaptable in treatment approaches.

Knowledge of multiple therapy methods (CBT, ACT, Solution Focused, REBT, Reality, Person-Centered, Gestalt).

Familiar with HIPAA, 42 CFR, state / federal regulations, and professional ethics.

Able to work evenings / weekends as needed; strong record-keeping and critical thinking skills.

Self-aware with healthy boundaries, self-care practices, and collaboration skills.

Preferred

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

Key Responsibilities

Provide individual, group, and family counseling.

Assess client needs, develop diagnostic evaluations, and create treatment plans.

Guide clients in setting goals, building strengths, and changing maladaptive behaviors.

Deliver crisis intervention, education, and referrals to community resources.

Maintain accurate, timely documentation and reports.

Support discharge and aftercare planning for continuity of care.

Collaborate with supervisors, colleagues, and referral partners.

Stay current with continuing education and counseling best practices.