Job Description

Licensed Counselor at Austin Counseling and Trauma Specialists

Are you a self-driven counselor looking to make a meaningful impact?

At Austin Counseling and Trauma Specialists (ACTS), we are passionate about creating a space for healing, growth, and personal transformation. We believe in the power of therapy to help people overcome trauma and build fulfilling lives. We're looking for skilled, compassionate, and motivated counselors who want to join our supportive and collaborative team.

Our practice is a community of professionals with diverse interests and specialties supporting the vibrant and diverse communities in our area. We value the unique perspective each therapist brings to ACTS and we invite you to add your own uniqueness and specialty to our team.

At ACTS, we work together to empower you to build your caseload and dedicate your time and energy to what truly matters—your clients. We take pride in minimizing the administrative burden for our counselors, allowing you to provide exceptional care and maintain a healthy work/life balance.

Why Work with ACTS:

• Autonomy and Flexibility: Design your full-time schedule to fit your life.
• Support to Grow Your Caseload: We work with you to build and maintain your caseload.
• Simplified Credentialing: We’ll take care of getting you credentialed with BCBS and United.
• Inclusive and Collaborative: Our diverse team of counselors work together to support one another.
• Meaningful Work That Makes a Difference: Working with clients to make meaningful changes in their lives, contributing to a fulfilling career for you.
• A Welcoming Workspace: Our modern, fully furnished offices provide a comfortable and professional environment, complete with all the essentials to support you and your clients.

What You'll Do:

As a counselor at ACTS, you will be a vital part of helping our clients heal. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Providing high-quality individual, group, couples, or family counseling.
• Conducting assessments, creating diagnoses, and developing personalized treatment plans.
• Maintaining accurate and timely clinical documentation using our electronic health record system.
• Managing your calendar and helping clients with scheduling as needed.
• Upholding the highest standards of client confidentiality in line with HIPAA and professional ethics.
• Corresponding with clients and collaborating with others involved in their care.
• Building and maintaining your caseload through consistent and timely outreach to clients.
• Collaborating and networking with other professionals.
• Assisting with administrative tasks related to your clients as needed.

What You Bring to the Team:

We are looking for a self-starter who is knowledgeable, skilled, and passionate about helping others.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Deep knowledge of counseling theories, techniques, and trauma-informed treatment.
• Proficiency with the DSM for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Comfortable using computers, electronic health records, and related software.
• A compassionate and sensitive approach to diversity and the unique experiences of each client.
• The ability to build positive, trusting relationships with clients and colleagues.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A master’s degree in counseling or a related field from an accredited university.
• A current, unrestricted Texas license to practice independently (LPC, LMFT, LCSW, PsyD, or PhD).
• Fully licensed to practice independently in Texas and eligible to be credentialed with insurance panels.

Preferences

• EMDR and/or Brainspotting training or certification or a plan to get these trainings. These are highly sought after in our practice.

Details

• Pay - Full time positions can range from $60 to $100k based on education, experience, certification, and the number of clients you see.
• Caseload - Full time = 25 clients per week scheduling 28 or more a week.
• Benefits - We offer availability to employee funded benefits (health, dental, vision) - a very flexible schedule but we do not offer paid time off or sick time.

Ready to Join The Team?

If you are ready to thrive in a supportive group practice, we would love to hear from you. We invite you to be a part of a team that values your expertise and is committed to making a difference.

Austin Counseling and Trauma Specialists (ACTS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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