Behavioral Health Counselor/UKHC
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Location: Lexington, KY 40517
Description:
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Behavioral Health Counselor/UKHC
Requisition Number
RE49866
Working Title
Department Name
MG345: Psychiatry
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
12
Salary Range
$62,400-111,634/year
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
MSW for LCSW, MS for LPCC, LCADC, LMFT (no equivalency)
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) or Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) at time of hire
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements for this position include regularly sitting, standing, walking, with some pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects weighing up to 10lbs and occasional pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects up to 25lbs.
Shift
Monday - Friday, Day Shift; primarily 8:00am - 5:00pm (40 hrs/wk); other hours as needed.
Job Summary
The Behavioral Health Counselor will conduct mental health assessments, diagnosis mental health disorders, and provide direct clinical counseling to help patients deal with personal, social and mental health issues through individual, family and group counseling. This individual will work closely with other mental health providers to provide a comprehensive treatment plan.
This position is located at 245 Fountain Court in Lexington, Kentucky.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
N/A
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Previous work experience providing clinical mental health assessments, counseling, case management and/or social services.
Deadline to Apply
04/20/2025
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Details
Job Title
Behavioral Health Counselor/UKHC
Requisition Number
RE49866
Working Title
Department Name
MG345: Psychiatry
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
12
Salary Range
$62,400-111,634/year
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
MSW for LCSW, MS for LPCC, LCADC, LMFT (no equivalency)
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) or Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) at time of hire
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements for this position include regularly sitting, standing, walking, with some pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects weighing up to 10lbs and occasional pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects up to 25lbs.
Shift
Monday - Friday, Day Shift; primarily 8:00am - 5:00pm (40 hrs/wk); other hours as needed.
Job Summary
The Behavioral Health Counselor will conduct mental health assessments, diagnosis mental health disorders, and provide direct clinical counseling to help patients deal with personal, social and mental health issues through individual, family and group counseling. This individual will work closely with other mental health providers to provide a comprehensive treatment plan.
This position is located at 245 Fountain Court in Lexington, Kentucky.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
N/A
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Previous work experience providing clinical mental health assessments, counseling, case management and/or social services.
Deadline to Apply
04/20/2025
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.