(WKBN) – According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the need for behavioral and mental health counselors is expected to increase by more than 20% over the next decade. As more people choose to receive counseling, treatment and support services, there is a need for counselors. Tonight, JobsNow will be sharing Opportunities Now in the field.
Dr. Justin Shelton is a licensed psychologist. He runs his Shelton Behavioral Health with his wife. They want the institution to develop and help meet more needs of the community.
“We have a lot of needs in our community, so we are inundated with patients wanting to see us,” Dr. Shelton said.
Currently seeing over 70 patients a week, the agency also has a waiting list. That’s why Shelton Behavioral Health employs independently licensed clinicians.
“They will see individuals, families, couples do psychological testing. Whatever therapists are licensed and licensed to do, we want to encourage them to do here,” Dr. Shelton said. I got
Clinicians must be independently licensed and licensed to see patients and to claim insurance or private expenses. It also allows for some leeway within the organization.
“But if they have expertise in a particular area, we want to encourage them. We want to encourage and help them develop that within the agency as well. said Dr. Shelton.
Shelton Behavioral Health is also looking for Postdoctoral Fellows to join the team. This will give you the training you need to reach your next level of license and hopefully get you on the team in the future.
“Therefore, we are looking for clinicians who want to be part of our team. We want to have a truly supportive environment, while also developing a unique and personalized practice within our institution.” said Dr. Shelton.
Shelton Behavioral Health is located on Niles Cortland Road near Eastwood Mall.
To apply, please email your resume to [email protected] or [email protected].
