Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) - Bebashi - Transition to Hope

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Bebashi

• Transition to Hope Philadelphia, PA (Full Time, Permanent opportunity) Bebashi
• Transition to Hope, a leading nonprofit organization serving Philadelphia’s diverse and underserved communities, is seeking a compassionate, mission-driven Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) to join our Wellness Center team. This role will report to Director of Clinical Services. About Bebashi
• Transition to Hope: Founded in 1985 as the first Black-founded and Black-led organization in the U.S. to address the HIV/AIDS crisis, Bebashi
• Transition to Hope now operates as a comprehensive health and social services agency. Our mission is to empower people to enhance the quality of their health and overall well-being by providing access to high-quality healthcare, education, and social services.

Overview

Our wellness centers provide low-barrier, culturally competent primary care and preventive health services for uninsured, underinsured, and underserved individuals—particularly LGBTQ+ and BIPOC residents of Philadelphia. Major Duties and Responsibilities: * Provide individual, group, and family counseling for clients referred through Bebashi’s Wellness Center and case management programs.

• Conduct behavioral health assessments and screenings (PHQ-9, GAD-7, ACEs) to identify and address patient mental health needs. * Develop and monitor personalized treatment plans in collaboration with clients, ensuring goals align with overall wellness and primary care outcomes. * Deliver trauma-informed, culturally competent, and strengths-based therapy tailored to the needs of BIPOC and LGBTQ+ clients.

• Provide crisis intervention, de-escalation, and safety planning for clients in acute distress. * Collaborate with medical providers, case managers, and prevention specialists to ensure integrated, holistic care coordination. * Maintain detailed, compliant, and timely documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.

• Facilitate referrals to higher levels of care, including psychiatry and substance use treatment providers. * Participate in case conferences, quality improvement meetings, and multidisciplinary team huddles. * Provide staff education on behavioral health topics and contribute to community mental health outreach. Key Competencies: * Hands-On Clinician: Willingness to engage directly in client care while supporting larger organizational goals.

• Culturally Responsive Care: Deep understanding of intersectionality, stigma, and health equity principles. * Clinical Judgment: Strong assessment, diagnostic, and intervention skills grounded in evidence-based practice. * Collaborative Spirit: Ability to work effectively with medical, case management, and outreach teams.

• Empathy and Advocacy: Dedication to client-centered care that empowers and uplifts underserved populations. * Organizational Agility: Able to balance clinical priorities with documentation, data collection, and compliance needs. Working Location and Conditions: * Primarily onsite at Bebashi’s Primary Wellness Center (4101 Woodland Ave) with some travel to our North Philly Location (1217 Spring Garden) * Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM; occasional evenings or weekends for outreach or client needs.

• May include limited telehealth services as approved. * Regular supervision and access to professional development resources provided.

Experience and Qualifications Education: * Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, or related field (required). Licensure: * Current, unrestricted Pennsylvania LPC license in good standing (required). Experience: * Minimum of 3 years of post-master’s counseling experience in a clinical or community health setting.

• Demonstrated experience providing trauma-informed care to BIPOC and LGBTQ+ populations. * Familiarity with integrated primary and behavioral health models preferred. * Knowledge of Medicaid, Medicare, and other payer documentation standards strongly preferred. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and EMR systems (e.

Clinical. Works preferred). Preferred: * Bilingual (English/Spanish). * Training or certification in trauma, substance use counseling, or crisis intervention.

Compensation

• Salary Range: Competitive and commensurate with experience.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; retirement plan; licensure renewal reimbursement; continuing education support; and an inclusive, affirming work culture.