Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Needed for 1099 Coverage at Inpatient Facility in North Platte, Nebraska

Job description

About the facility

A large healthcare organization in Nebraska provides clinical behavioral health services in an inpatient psychiatric treatment setting. The facility offers travel and housing support, with credentialing completed in 4 weeks. The organization maintains comprehensive psychiatric treatment programs with multidisciplinary team approaches to ensure quality patient care.

About the facility location

This Nebraska town along Interstate 80 offers visitors a blend of historical attractions and outdoor recreation opportunities. Key destinations include the Golden Spike Tower, Buffalo Bill Ranch State Historical Park, and Cody Park, along with museums, historic sites, and various parks. The area provides trail rides and outdoor adventures through local businesses, making it a convenient stop for travelers seeking both historical experiences and recreational activities.

About the clinician's workday

The Licensed Professional Counselor will treat adult and adolescent patients in an inpatient psychiatric environment during Monday-Friday shifts from 8:00-4:30. The clinician will complete initial psychosocial assessments for new patients, facilitate mental health therapy groups, and provide individual clinical support to hospitalized patients during their stay. The position requires participation as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team including psychiatrists, nurses, psychologists, social workers, and case management. The clinician will maintain thorough documentation and coordinate care delivery within the inpatient psychiatric treatment setting.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: Variable
• Support staff: Psychiatrists, nurses, psychologists, social workers, and case management
• Patient population: Adults
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: No
• Shift hours: Full time (40 hours)
• Cases treated: Adult and adolescent patients requiring inpatient psychiatric treatment
• Average length of stay: Variable
• Census: Variable
• Initial evaluation time: Variable