Associate or Clinical Therapist

Family Health Center – Southwest Indiana; Vincennes (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $5,000

Job summary

Family Health Center – Southwest Indiana in Vincennes, IN seeks an Associate or Clinical Therapist to deliver evidence-based mental health services to individuals, families, and groups. The role may be filled by an licensed associate or a fully licensed clinician, with supervision support as needed.

The position involves assessments, treatment planning, individual/group/family therapy (CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care), and close collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to support patient

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, or MFT from an accredited program.
• Associate licensure (LSW/LMHCA/LMFTA/LAC) or independent licensure (LCSW/LMHC/LMFT/LCAC) in Indiana.
• Familiarity with DSM-5, HIPAA, and ethical guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake assessments and form initial diagnoses under supervision for associates.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based practices.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy (CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care, etc.).
• Monitor progress and adjust interventions; document in EHR timely and accurately.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, PCPs, case managers, and other professionals.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Diagnostic skills

Rapport building

EHR experience

Crisis intervention

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work / Mental Health Counseling / Psychology / MFT

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Position:

Associate or Clinical Therapist

Location:

Vincennes, IN

Job Id:

496

# of Openings:

1

Position Overview

The Associate or Clinical Therapist provides high-quality, evidence-based mental health services to individuals, families, and groups. This role may be filled by a licensed associate-level therapist working toward independent licensure, or by a fully licensed clinical therapist. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, delivering psychotherapy interventions, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support patient well-being.

Clinical Therapist

(LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, or LCAC)areeligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus!

Essential Functions

• Conduct intake assessments and formulate initial diagnoses (under supervision for associate-level clinicians).
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and evidence-based practices.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy using appropriate modalities (CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care, etc.).
• Monitor patient progress and adjust interventions as needed.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, primary care providers, case managers, and other professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Educate patients and families on mental health conditions, coping skills, and available resources.
• Participate in crisis intervention and risk assessments (with supervisory support for associate-level clinicians).
• Engage in ongoing training, supervision, and professional development to meet licensure and organizational requirements.
• Collaborate with community members to support continuity and quality of care.
• Adhere to all confidentiality, HIPAA, and ethical guidelines.
• Maintain all credentialing and privileging requirements.
• Meet organizational productivity standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Work-Related Experience

• Experience in a mental health or social services setting (internship experience accepted for associate-level).
• Experience working with diverse populations, including individuals with complex behavioral health needs.
• Familiarity with the DSM-5.
• Knowledge of HIPAA laws and protocols.
• Familiarity with crisis intervention, trauma-informed care, or chronic disease management preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Mental

• Ability to manage emotionally charged situations and provide support to patients in distress.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills in high-pressure situations.
• Ability to remain calm and effective in high-stress situations.
• Ability to provide compassionate care while maintaining professional boundaries.

Physical

• Primarily sedentary role with prolonged sitting for sessions and documentation.
• Occasional walking to different offices or community-based locations.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions, including typing.

Working Conditions

• Office setting with private consultation space.
• Clinical environment with potential exposure to infectious diseases, hazardous materials, and emotionally challenging patient cases.
• Associate-level clinicians work under structured supervision with case reviews and clinical guidance.

Education, Certification, and Licensure

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, or Marriage and Family Therapy from an accredited institution.

Certification

None required.

Licensure

Associate-level license in Indiana (LSW, LMHCA, LMFTA, or LAC) or Independent licensure in Indiana (LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, or LCAC).

Skills

• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills (independent level).
• Foundational assessment and treatment planning skills (associate level).
• Proficiency or familiarity with evidence-based modalities (CBT, DBT, ACT, trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing).
• Ability to establish rapport and build therapeutic relationships with clients.
• Experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR).
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Commitment to ethical and culturally competent care.