ACT-TAY Therapist

Burrell Behavioral Health; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Mileage Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Workplace Culture

Job summary

Burrell Behavioral Health in Springfield, MO seeks an ACT Therapist to deliver community-based, recovery-oriented mental health services to adults with serious mental illness. You will work on an Assertive Community Treatment team in clients’ homes and communities, conducting assessments, creating individualized plans, and providing crisis intervention.

The role emphasizes collaboration with psychiatrists, nurses, and case managers, with a focus on reducing hospitalizations and promoting

Qualifications

• Requires a master’s degree and active licensure in state (LPC, LCSW, or LMFT).
• Willingness to obtain licensure in additional states.
• Experience with serious mental illness preferred.
• Comfortable providing telehealth and in-person services.
• Background checks required; valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• First Aid and CPR certification within 3 months.
• ACT model knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide community-based individual, family, and group therapy in homes and community settings.
• Conduct intake screenings and comprehensive assessments within designated timeframes.
• Diagnose mental health conditions based on clinical assessments.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in alignment with ACT standards.
• Deliver crisis intervention and on-call support as part of ACT team rotation.
• Participate in daily team meetings and clinical staffing; contribute to caseload decisions.
• Document all services per regulatory and ACT program standards.
• Assist clients with life skills development, including housing stability, employment, and social integration.
• Coordinate care with psychiatrists, nurses, case managers, and other team members.
• Support transitions to higher or lower levels of care as appropriate.
• Maintain strong, professional relationships with clients, families, referral sources, and community partners.
• Provide clinical consultation and support to team members when needed.
• Other duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Telehealth

In-person community-based services

Collaboration/Teamwork

Assessment & treatment planning

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field

Job description

Job Description:Job Title: ACT TherapistLocation: Springfield, MissouriDepartment: Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)Employment Type: Full-timeJob Summary:Join our compassionate team as an ACT Therapist, where you will deliver community-based, recovery-oriented mental health services to individuals with serious and persistent mental illness. In this role, you will work as part of a multidisciplinary Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team, providing intensive, individualized support to clients in their homes, workplaces, and communities.As an ACT Therapist, you will assess, diagnose, and treat clients utilizing evidence-based interventions while promoting independence, stability, and improved quality of life. This position requires flexibility, strong collaboration skills, and a commitment to meeting clients where they are—both clinically and physically. You will play a vital role in reducing hospitalizations, supporting crisis intervention, and helping clients achieve their personal recovery goals.This Position Offers…Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling, legal, and financial consultation at no costMileage Reimbursement – Company-paid travel for community-based servicesEmployee Discounts – Hotels, theme parks, attractions, and college tuitionWorkplace Culture – A supportive, team-based environment focused on employee wellbeing and meaningful impactAdditional Perks & Benefits – Scroll down to learn moreKey Responsibilities:Provide community-based individual, family, and group therapy in homes and community settingsConduct intake screenings and comprehensive assessments within designated timeframesDiagnose mental health conditions based on clinical assessmentsDevelop and implement individualized treatment plans in alignment with ACT model standardsDeliver crisis intervention and on-call support as part of the ACT team rotationParticipate in daily team meetings and clinical staffing, contributing to shared caseload decisionsDocument all services in compliance with regulatory and ACT program standardsAssist clients with life skills development, including housing stability, employment, and social integrationCoordinate care with psychiatrists, nurses, case managers, and other team membersSupport transitions to higher or lower levels of care as appropriateMaintain strong, professional relationships with clients, families, referral sources, and community partnersProvide clinical consultation and support to team members when neededOther duties as assigned by leadershipEducation, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field requiredActive licensure (LPC, LCSW, or LMFT) in the state of practice requiredWillingness to obtain licensure in additional states as neededExperience working with individuals with serious mental illness preferredComfortable providing telehealth and in-person community-based servicesAdditional Qualifications:Successful completion of background checks (criminal, driving, abuse/neglect, fingerprinting)Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance (required for community work)First Aid and CPR certification within three (3) months of hireBehavioral Management training within thirty (30) days of hireKnowledge of ACT model principles, community resources, and mental health regulations preferredPhysical Requirements:ADA Consideration – Sedentary to Moderate Activity:Ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionallyFrequent sitting, with regular travel, walking, and standing in community settingsRepetitive hand and arm movement for documentation and communication tasksRole requires significant community mobility, including driving between client locationsPosition Perks & Benefits:Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal lifeEmployee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & moreTop-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportiveCareer mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from withinWelcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.Brightli is on a Mission:A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.