Acute Adolescent Therapist

Lakeland Behavioral Health System; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeland Behavioral Health in Springfield, MO is seeking a licensed LPC or LCSW to join our clinical team providing therapy to children and adolescents ages 6-18. If you're passionate about helping patients progress, we'd love to connect with you.

Qualified candidates have active licensure, strong counseling experience, and a patient-centered approach. The role involves assessments, treatment planning, crisis intervention, and collaboration with insurers.

Qualifications

• Active LPC or LCSW license or eligible in state.
• Experience in behavioral health, counseling, or social work.
• Strong clinical judgment and communication skills.
• Patient-centered, compassionate approach to care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual, group or family counseling sessions as scheduled.
• Facilitate sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors.
• Complete initial and follow-up assessments for patients.
• Prepare individualized treatment plans for each patient.
• Coordinate referrals and insurance-related needs as required.
• Provide crisis intervention and aftercare planning.

Skills

LPC or LCSW license

Counseling experience

Clinical judgment

Patient-centered approach

Education

Bachelor's degree in social or health services

Bachelor's degree in other field

Master's degree in social or health services

Tools

CPR certification

De-escalation training

Job description

Overview

Acute Adolescent Therapist (ages 6-18)

Lakeland Behavioral Health | Springfield, MO

Make a lasting impact in the lives of children, adolescents, and families.

Lakeland Behavioral Health is seeking a licensed LPC or LCSW to join our compassionate clinical team in Springfield, Missouri. If you're passionate about providing quality behavioral health services and helping patients achieve meaningful progress, we'd love to connect with you.

What we’re looking for:

Active LPC or LCSW license (or license-eligible candidates, as applicable)Experience in behavioral health, counseling, or social workStrong clinical judgment and communication skillsA patient-centered, compassionate approach to care

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Provide treatment and support to assist patients in their recovery from substance use, eating disorders or other behavioral problems.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct individual, group or family counseling sessions as scheduled and document as required.
• Facilitate assigned group or family sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors.
• Responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessment for patient.
• Prepare individual treatment plan for each assigned patient.
• Evaluate the needs of the patient and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed.
• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents are completed timely and in a clear concise manner.
• Provide crisis intervention to patient as needed.
• Plan for aftercare for assigned patient.
• Act as a liaison with insurance carriers as requested.
• Provide case management duties for patient, ensuring individualized quality care.
• May assist in the training of new clinical staff and interns, providing direction and clinical guidance.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in social or health services field required and four or more years’ experience in counseling field required OR; Bachelor's degree in other field required
• Six or more years’ experience in the counseling field required OR;
• Master's degree in social or health services field required and
• Two or more years’ experience in the counseling field. Degree must be from an accredited college or university.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Licensure or certification for counseling, as required by the state in which the facility operates.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

ADDITIONAL REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS:

Completion of ongoing education and training, as required by the state in which the facility operates and applicable accrediting body.

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.

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