Behavioral Health Therapist/Counselor/Assessment Counselor Therapist
Career Description
Behavioral health therapists, counselors and assessment counselor therapists provide comprehensive, psychosocial services, counseling and treatment for patients with mental health or substance abuse issues under the direction of the patient's physician. Assessment counselors are responsible for providing patient assessment and clinical screening for potential admissions. They also will interact with physicians, managed care organizations and insurance companies in performing their work.
Academic Requirements
Requirements may vary by facility, but a minimum of a bachelor's degree in psychology, social work or a related field is required. Most facilities require a master's degree and a license in a related field, such as licensed clinical social worker.
Schools
College of the Ozarks (Point Lookout)
800/222-0525
Columbia College
800/231-2391
Evangel University (Springfield)
417/865-9599
Lincoln University (Jefferson City)
573/681-5000
Missouri State University (Springfield)
417/836-5000
Missouri Western State College (St. Joseph)
816/271-4200
Northwest Missouri State University (Maryville)
800/633-1175
Southeast Missouri State University (Cape Girardeau)
573/651-2109
Three Rivers Community College (Poplar Bluff)
877/TRY-TRCC
University of Central Missouri (Warrensburg)
877/729-8266
University of Missouri-Columbia
573/882-6206
William Woods University (Fulton)
800/995-3159
Professional Associations
National
American Mental Health Counselors Association
State
Missouri Mental Health Counselors Association
