Licensed Mental Health Therapist — Growth, Collaboration

LightHeart Mental Health, LightHeart Mental Health; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 77,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401K

Professional development

Job summary

Lightheart Mental Health is seeking Licensed Mental Health Therapists to join our collaborative clinical team in Washington. You will provide outpatient individual and family therapy, develop safety and wellness plans, and coordinate care with a multidisciplinary group to support diverse communities.

The role emphasizes ethical practice, ongoing education, and timely documentation, with supervision and growth opportunities as you advance toward licensure.

Qualifications

• Master's or doctoral degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related field.
• Current and active professional license in Washington State or eligible for licensure by time of hire.
• Passionate about mental health and committed to high-quality care.
• Ongoing professional development including continuing education.
• Eager to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance client care.
• Strong commitment to ethical practice and maintaining confidentiality.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build rapport with clients and families.
• Ability to manage time effectively and complete documentation and administrative tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct culturally sensitive, strength-based assessments for new clients and families, creating a welcoming and understanding environment for diverse backgrounds.
• Provide tailored outpatient individual and family therapy based on the unique needs and circumstances of each client, fostering a path to healing and resilience.
• Develop comprehensive crisis plans, safety plans, relapse prevention plans, and wellness plans, supporting the maintenance of stable functioning and empowering clients in their mental health journey.
• Actively participate in case consultations, agency meetings, and discharge planning, contributing your expertise to enhance client care.
• Ensure timely completion of billing, documentation, individualized treatment plans, and insurance authorization forms, upholding the highest standards of professional responsibility.
• Engage in collaborative care with our team of psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, dietitians, administrative staff, and fellow therapists, to provide a holistic approach to mental health care.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Ethical practice

Education

Master's or doctoral degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related field

Job description

Lightheart Mental Health is seeking Licensed Mental Health Therapists to join our collaborative clinical team in Washington. You will provide outpatient individual and family therapy, develop safety and wellness plans, and coordinate care with a multidisciplinary group to support diverse communities.

The role emphasizes ethical practice, ongoing education, and timely documentation, with supervision and growth opportunities as you advance toward licensure.