JOB
NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF CS-2026-48856-L0772. IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM MAY 1, 2026 TO MAY 14, 2026, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.
Thank you for checking out our position! Our vision is for every person and family that we serve to have a network of family, friends, advocates, and supportive services to live a full and productive life in our community. Learn more about us at www.dbhs.co.
This opportunity is for a Therapist to provide counseling services in an Outpatient Program to individuals of all ages. Establish a written goal-specific treatment plan and serve as a resource. Collaborate and consult with colleagues, community individuals, or agencies to assist in providing the highest quality of services. This position may also provide outpatient group therapy and School Based Counseling services. School Therapists work on site in schools to assess student needs, provide consultation and education to school personnel, and make referrals.
Full-time positions include excellent benefits! Healthcare coverage, pension plan, student loan reimbursement program, flexible spending account, and paid holidays. We encourage work/life balance with a hybrid of remote & on-site work schedules for some positions. Family friendly agency with paid time off, paid sick time, employee assistance program, and family medical leave.
Apply today to join us in serving the community!
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
This professional therapist role provides outpatient behavioral health services within the Bedford County Outpatient Program, including school-based counseling and outpatient group therapy. The position supports individuals of all ages by delivering therapeutic services, coordinating care, and ensuring that clients receive appropriate assessments, treatment, and referrals across multiple program areas.
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Provide individual, family, couples, and group therapy while developing strengths-based treatment plans within the Electronic Medical Record
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Complete Therapy Diagnostic Evaluations under supervisory direction to determine service needs and make medically necessary referrals
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Coordinate care with program staff, including Crisis Intervention when needed, to ensure high-quality service delivery
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Deliver group, individual, and play therapy to students in school settings and complete school-based assessments, intakes, and referrals
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Offer consultation and education to school personnel, community members, and agencies regarding mental health issues and resources
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Facilitate outpatient group therapy sessions focusing on self-care, self-management, and recovery while completing required documentation
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Participate in meetings, trainings, and community presentations as needed
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Perform additional related duties as assigned
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
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This position reports to the DBHS Office for work.
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Full-time employment
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Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
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Hours must be adjusted as needed based upon consumer requests for evening appointments.
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On occasion, staff may need to work hours outside of the set work week to complete projects, meet work demands, or in the event of an emergency.
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New staff will be on probation for 6 months.
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New staff may be eligible for a hybrid of on-site and remote work after 3-months of employment.
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You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
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Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
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Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
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You must provide complete and accurate information or:
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your score may be lower than deserved.
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you may be disqualified.
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You may only apply/test once for this posting.
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Your results will be provided via email.
