LPC interview essay
LPC needed!
The content of your interview with this professional should allow you to answer the questions below. An exact typed transcript of your interview is not required for this assignment. It is expected that you will present their responses in narrative format to make the points reflected in your paper. You may find that you use some direct quotes but will essentially be sharing your impressions from the interview in your paper.
Interview Questions
Part 1: The Organization
1. What is the name of the organization?
2. What is its mission and primary goals?
3. Who does it serve?
4. What services and programs does it provide?
5. What is the administrative structure of the organization?
6. What other types of professionals are employed in this organization?
7. How is it funded? What Insurance does the organization accept?
8. What types of opportunities for staff development are available?
9. How does it determine its clients needs and how does it evaluate its services and programs?
Part II: The Person
1. What is the professional counselors job title?
2. What does he or she do/ types of services or programs offered?
3. What does a typical day look like? (number and types of clients, administrative activities)
4. What are the challenges of the counselors position?
5. What are the benefits of the counselors position?
6. What types of knowledge and skills are critical to performing well in this job?
7. How does the counselor think his/her workday is similar to or different from other mental healthcare professionals who work with the same client population?
8. What are some of the things the counselor does as a mental health counselor that he/she never expected to do?
9. What does the professional counselor do to prevent burnout?
10. What insurance panels does the individual use for reimbursement?
In your career as a clinical mental health counselor, you may be expected to join insurance panels in order to receive reimbursement from insurance companies that cover your clients, including filing for Medicaid reimbursement.
Part III: Reflection
Reflect on the process of becoming a clinical mental health counselor and managed care provider. What have you learned as the result of this information-gathering activity? What challenges do you foresee?
Your paper should be written in APA format and be 8-10 pages in length, not counting title and reference pages.
