Behavioral Health Therapist

Iowa Primary Care Association; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan reimbursement

Medical, dental, vision, life, and DIS

PTO up to 5 weeks + 8 holidays

401k with 4% match

CE reimbursement

Job summary

Iowa Primary Care Association, Inc. is seeking a full-time Behavioral Health Therapist to provide care at a vibrant community health center (FQHC) and oversee patients in Ames & Marshalltown, IA. The role splits time between both clinic locations with the option of some telehealth visits.

LISW, LMHC, & LMFT encouraged to apply. Join a team that supports work-life balance with a Monday–Friday schedule and no weekends or on-call requirements, while offering competitive salary based on experience,

Qualifications

• 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/ATLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral health therapy to patients at FQHC with a focus on community health.
• Coordinate care and oversee patient treatment across two clinic locations (Ames & Marshalltown) with telehealth options.
• Maintain Epic EHR documentation and ensure quality care delivery.

Education

Master’s degree in social work or counseling or related behavioral health field

License as LISW/LMHC/LMFT to practice independently in Iowa

Job 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 Ames & Marshalltown, IA! This position would split time between both clinic locations with the option of some telehealth visits. 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