Therapist - Associate okay

Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Therapist - Associate to join our dynamic christian mental health team. In this role, you will provide vital therapeutic support to diverse populations, including adolescents, and adults, through evidence-based practices. Your work will focus on fostering positive change, promoting mental well-being, and supporting clients through various challenges such as trauma, grief, behavioral issues, and developmental disabilities. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop clinical skills in a supportive environment while making a meaningful impact on individuals’ lives.

Duties

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and diagnostic evaluations utilizing ICD-9 and ICD-10 coding systems to accurately document mental health conditions.
• Deliver individual and group therapy sessions employing techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, art therapy, dance therapy, and applied behavior analysis (ABA).
• Implement crisis intervention strategies and crisis management protocols to ensure client safety during urgent situations.
• Provide specialized counseling services including addiction counseling, grief counseling, PTSD care, gender issues counseling, and working with individuals with developmental disabilities or autism spectrum disorder.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized treatment plans, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and maintaining meticulous medical records and documentation.
• Utilize telehealth platforms to extend mental health services remotely, ensuring accessibility for all clients.
• Engage in clinical research activities and data collection efforts to improve therapeutic approaches and outcomes.
• Support case management efforts by coordinating care across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings while adhering to medical terminology standards.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in social work, psychology, counseling or related field required; licensure or certification preferred but not mandatory for associate roles.
• Proven experience in psychotherapy modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), adlerian, person centered, analytical, psychodynamic therapy, or behavioral therapy.
• Excellent communication skills in the office enviornment (one who has been through their own counseling).
• Strong knowledge of ICD-9/ICD-10 coding systems for diagnostic documentation.
• Experience or a desire/giftedness working with adolescents, teens, the elderly population or individuals who are neurodivergent is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with crisis intervention techniques and crisis management protocols.
• Telehealth experience is preferred to facilitate remote service delivery.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage clients effectively across diverse populations.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, HIPAA compliance standards, and medical records management.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams in outpatient. Join us in empowering individuals on their journey toward mental wellness! This role offers a rewarding environment where your skills can grow while making a tangible difference in people’s lives through compassionate care and innovative therapeutic practices.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $50.00 - $60.00 per hour

Expected hours: 8 – 20 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person