Behavioral Health Therapist - Youth Division

BJC HealthCare; Farmington (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

BJC Behavioral Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Therapist to work onsite in Farmington, MO. You will provide individual therapy and, when needed, family therapy to clients, updating treatment plans and documenting progress.

Intakes are completed to determine eligibility, and you will develop client education materials and programs. The role requires a Master’s in Social Services or related field, 2–5 years of experience, and licensure as LCSW/LPC/LMFT or equivalent along with a valid

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Services/related field.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience; supervision experience not required.
• Licensure: LCSW/LPC/LMFT or equivalent; valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provides individual, and in some cases, family therapy to active clients.
• Updates the treatment plan to reflect therapy goals and progress.
• Completes intakes for individuals seeking services at BJC and assesses eligibility.
• Develops and facilitates education for clients.

Skills

Individual Therapy

Family Therapy

Education

Master's Degree in Social Services/related

Job description

Additional Information About the Role

• 40 hours per week


• Day Shift, 7am - 4pm


• Monday - Friday; No Weekends, Holidays or On-Call


• Farmington, MO. Facility


• Benefits Eligible


• Supporting 3rd through 8th grade students


• Working onsite within the Farmington School District


• Provisional Support is available!

Overview

BJC Behavioral Health is a community health center that provides and coordinates behavioral health services for more than 8,000 seriously mentally ill adults and seriously emotionally disturbed children in St. Louis City, St. Louis County, St. François, Iron and Washington counties. As an Administrative Agent of the Missouri Department of Mental Health (DMH), BJC Behavioral Health serves as a major point of entry for people eligible for mental health services funded by DMH and is responsible for serving as gatekeeper to the public mental health system.

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

The Behavioral Health Therapist works with individuals, families, and groups to address and treat mental & emotional disorders, and to promote optimal mental health.

Responsibilities

• Provides individual, and in some cases, family therapy to active clients.


• Updates the treatment plan to reflect therapy goals. Collaborates with other professionals regarding client participation level, progress, and setbacks.


• Completes intakes for individuals requesting services at BJC, assessing their eligibility based on symptomology, treatment history, and current needs.


• Develops and facilitates education for clients.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• Master's Degree

- Social Services/related

Experience

• 2-5 years

Supervisor Experience

• No Experience

Licenses & Certifications

• Valid Driver's License


• LCSW/LPC/LMFT/Equiv

Preferred Requirements

Experience

• 5-10 years

Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC we're committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date


• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC


• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution


• 401(k) plan with BJC match


• Tuition Assistance available on first day


• BJC Institute for Learning and Development


• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts


• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time


• Adoption assistance

*Not all benefits apply to all jobs

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer