Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Behavioral Health Counselor/UKHC
Requisition Number
RE55244
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 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (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.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
None
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
08/02/2026
