Job Summary
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Outpatient Therapist to join our dynamic mental health team. In this vital role, you will provide high-quality outpatient psychotherapy services to diverse client populations, including children, adolescents, and adults. Your expertise will help individuals navigate mental health challenges, develop coping strategies, and achieve their personal goals. This position offers an engaging environment where you can utilize evidence-based practices, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and make a meaningful difference in clients’ lives through compassionate care and innovative treatment approaches.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments and diagnostic evaluations utilizing ICD-9 and ICD-10 coding standards to determine client needs.
- Develop individualized treatment plans incorporating evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused therapy, behavior management, and psychodynamic therapy.
- Provide individual, group, family, and child/youth therapy sessions using modalities like behavioral therapy, social work interventions, art therapy, dance/movement therapy, and Christian counseling when appropriate.
- Utilize telehealth platforms to deliver remote therapy sessions while maintaining compliance with HIPAA regulations and clinical documentation standards.
- Manage crisis situations effectively through crisis intervention techniques, crisis management protocols, and emergency response procedures.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation including progress notes, treatment plans, medical records, and billing information following clinical ethical guidelines.
- Collaborate with case managers, medical professionals, educators, and families to coordinate care for clients with co-occurring disorders or developmental disabilities.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree or higher in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related mental health field from an accredited institution.
- Valid licensure or certification as an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor), LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist), or equivalent.
- Proven experience working with children, adolescents, or adults in outpatient settings; experience with inpatient or hospital environments is a plus.
- Strong knowledge of clinical documentation standards, ICD coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), CPT coding for billing purposes, and electronic medical records (EMR/EHR) systems.
- Skilled in various therapeutic modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused therapy for PTSD care, grief counseling, addiction counseling, and behavior management techniques.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to build rapport with diverse populations; experience working with individuals with autism or developmental disabilities is highly desirable.
- Ability to handle crisis situations effectively through crisis intervention strategies; experience working with co-occurring disorders is preferred.
- Knowledge of medical terminology related to mental health conditions; familiarity with telehealth therapy platforms is advantageous.
Join us in delivering compassionate mental health services that empower individuals to thrive! This role offers an opportunity to work in a supportive environment where your skills can truly make an impact on the well-being of our clients across outpatient settings.
Pay: $50.00 - $90.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
