Mental Health Counselor

Job Description

As a Mental Health Counselor, you will support individuals facing emotional, psychological, and social challenges. You will provide counseling, develop treatment plans, and help clients navigate their mental health journeys. We are looking for a compassionate professional with strong interpersonal skills and an ability to create a safe and welcoming environment for clients.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients' psychological and emotional needs.
• Deliver one-on-one and group counseling services.
• Craft and execute tailored treatment interventions.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of treatment plans regularly.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate holistic healthcare.
• Lead mental health awareness seminars.
• Document all counseling sessions accurately.
• Participate in professional development and training.
• Help clients develop coping strategies for everyday challenges.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field
• Master's degree in Counseling or related field is preferred

Experience

• 2+ years of practical experience in a counseling environment

Technical Skills

• Psychological Assessment
• Group Therapy Facilitation

Soft Skills

• Active Listening
• Organizational Skills

Certifications

• Completed Lamaze Training
• Motivational Interviewing Training

Languages

• English: Fluent
• IsiXhosa: Basic

Advantageous

• Crisis Counseling Training: Training in essential crisis intervention techniques.
• Family Therapy Experience: Experience working with families in a therapeutic context.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance bonuses
• Health and wellness benefits
• Flexible working hours
• Continuous professional development opportunities

Company Culture

• Collaboration: Teamwork is at the core of our practice, fostering collaboration among professionals.
• Diversity: We celebrate diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and client relationships.
• Innovation: We promote innovative ideas and solutions to improve client outcomes and services.