Behavioral Health Therapist

Iowa Primary Care Association, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Licensing reimbursements

Comprehensive insurance

Continued education 40 hours

Paid time off

401k with match

Job summary

Iowa Primary Care Association is seeking a Behavioral Health Therapist to deliver care at a vibrant FQHC in Des Moines, IA. The role supports diverse patients from children to older adults within the Wellness Center, using Epic for documentation and care coordination.

Health benefits, continuing education, and potential relocation support are included, with a standard Monday–Friday schedule and no weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy, or related behavioral health program.
• Licensed as behavioral health professional to practice independently in Iowa (LISW, LMFT, or LMHC)
• BLS, ACLS or ATLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group therapy to diverse patient populations at a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC).
• Manage patient care and coordinate with Epic EHR for documentation and scheduling.

Skills

Bilingual (EN/ES)

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related behavioral health field

Job description

Description

The Iowa Primary Care Association is actively recruiting a full-time Behavioral Health Therapist to provide care at a vibrant community health center (FQHC) and oversee patients in Des Moines, IA! Located within the organization's Wellness Center, this role will see a variety of patient populations from children to older adults.

LISW, LMHC, & LMFT encourage to apply!

Position Highlights:

• Work/Life Balance: flexible schedule of Monday - Friday 8am-5pm or 9am-6pm with no weekends or call


• Full-Time Role: 40 hours/week seeing on average 6 patients per day


• Financial Support: Eligible for student loan repayment through state & federal programs


• EHR: Epic


• Competitive Salary: offering competitive, negotiable salary based upon experience with options for relocation available

Benefits:

• Licensing and Professional Subscriptions: Reimbursement provided.


• Comprehensive Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, long-term disability, and flexible spending available.


• Continuing Education: 40 hours continuing education & tuition reimbursement options provided


• Paid Time Off: generous PTO up to 5 weeks by end of first year + 8 paid holidays


• Retirement Plans: 401k with 4% match

What is a community health center (FQHC)?

The largest source of comprehensive primary care for underserved communities and populations.

With an integrated care model that includes medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services, patients can access comprehensive, coordinated services often under one roof.

Join us in making a difference in the community while enjoying a rewarding career with excellent benefits and a supportive work environment!

Requirements

• Graduation from accredited master's social work, counseling, marriage/family therapy and/or behavioral health education program.


• Licensed as behavioral health professional to practice independently in Iowa (LISW, LMFT, or LMHC)


• BLS, ACLS or ATLS certification required.


• 1-2 years of behavioral health experience preferred


• Bilingual in English & Spanish a plus