LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR

　　Date: Jan 19, 2024

　　Req ID: 36277

　　Location:

　　Little Rock, AR, US, 72005

　　Category: AR DEPT OF HUMAN SERVICES

　　Anticipated Starting Salary: $45,009.95

　　Position Number: [[ 22150830]]

　　County: [[Pulaski]]

　　Posting End Date: [[02/02/2024]]

　　Anticipated Starting Salary: [[ 45,009.95 -65,263.95]]

　　[[Hiring Official: Jennifer McDearmon]]

　　The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, paid state holidays and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.

　　Position Information

　　Class Code: M020C

　　Grade: GS08

　　FLSA Status: EXEMPT

　　Salary Range: $45,010.00 - $65,265.00

　　Summary

　　The Licensed Professional Counselor is responsible for assessing and evaluating problems of individuals, through the use of case history, interview, and observation, and providing individual or group counseling services to assist individuals in achieving more effective personal, social, educational, and vocational development and adjustment. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

　　Functions

　　Advises clients on the benefits of counseling programs. Analyzes data, such as interview notes, test results, and reference manuals, in order to identify symptoms and diagnose the nature of client problems. Collects information on individuals or clients by using interviews, case histories, observational techniques, and other assessment methods. Counsels individuals, groups, or families to understand problems, define goals, and develop realistic action plans. Develops therapeutic and treatment plans based on client interests, abilities, and needs. Evaluates the results of counseling methods to determine the reliability and validity of treatments and conducts research to develop or improve diagnostic or therapeutic counseling techniques. Selects, administers, and interprets psychological tests to assess intelligence, aptitudes, abilities, or interests. Consults with other professionals to discuss therapies, treatments, counseling resources, or techniques, and to share occupational information. Refers clients to specialists or to other institutions for non-counseling treatment of problems. Performs other duties as assigned.

　　Dimensions

　　None

　　Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

　　Knowledge of interviewing and counseling methods and techniques. Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions and career counseling and guidance. Knowledge of human behavior and performance, individual differences in ability, personality, interests, learning, and motivation. Knowledge of psychological research methods and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders. Ability to interview, supervise, and counsel individuals. Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports. Ability to evaluate individual behavior and formulate treatment plans.

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　The formal education equivalent of a master's degree in psychology, sociology, social work, or a related field; plus two years of experience in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related area. Must be licensed as a Professional Counselor (LPC) by the Board of Examiners in Counseling in accordance with ACA 17-27-301. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

　　Licenses

　　None

　　The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

　　Nearest Major Market:Jonesboro