Mental Health Professional

Careers @Evidence-Based Associates; LaGrange (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Dental and Vision coverage

401k program

Educational Assistance

Licensure Residency Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Empower Community Care is seeking a full-time MST Clinician/Therapist to deliver evidence-based interventions to youth and families in their homes within the Atlanta area. You will work as part of a therapy team, carrying a caseload and engaging families with pragmatic family therapies to support positive outcomes.

The role requires flexibility to meet families in their homes, evenings/weekends as needed, and travel across the service territory.

Qualifications

• Master’s in social work (MSW) preferred; required for site supervisor.
• Licensed professional status: LMSW, LAPC, LAMFT; full licensure options may apply.
• Experience working with youth and families is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry a caseload as assigned.
• Attend weekly team and individual supervision meetings.
• Refer families to appropriate services and supports; provide clinical and concrete services.
• Make case progress notes as required.
• Participate in training, supervision, and consultation activities.

Skills

Engage clients

Cultural sensitivity

Team collaboration

Flexible scheduling

Self-care

Education

MSW

MHC

MFT

Psychology

Job description

Are you passionate about evidence-based therapeutic interventions? Does the idea of providing clinical care to children and families excite you? We have just the position for you!! We are seeking a full-time clinician.

We are hiring community-based MST (Multisystemic Therapy) Clinicians/Therapists to provide mental health services in the community for youth and their families following the evidence-based model throughout the different stages of treatment. Services are provided in program participants' homes and are geared towards serving youth who are in need of intensive community-based intervention, are at risk or have a history of out-of-home placement, and/or have community justice involvement.

More information about MST can be found here: https://www.mstservices.com/

Job Responsibilities

• Carry a caseload as assigned
• Actively participate as part of a therapy team, including attending weekly team and individual supervision meetings
• Assist families by actively referring them to appropriate services and supports, and with both clinical and concrete services
• Make case progress notes as required
• Participate in all training, supervision, and consultation activities

Preferred Experience

• Direct use of pragmatic (i.e., structural, strategic, and functional) family therapies
• Individual therapy with youth and adults using cognitive behavioral techniques
• Marital therapy using behaviorally based approaches
• *Behavioral therapy targeting school behavior and academic performance
• Implementation of interventions within or between systems in the youth’s natural ecology that affect or influence the behavior of youth (i.e., family, peer, school, and neighborhood)

Preferred Knowledge

• Family systems theory and application
• Social-ecological theory and application
• *Behavioral therapies theory and application
• *Cognitive-behavioral therapy theory and application
• Pragmatic family therapies theory and application
• Child development research and its application in the treatment
• Social skills assessment and intervention
• *Basic counseling and process skills

Preferred Core Competencies

• Ability to engage clients
• Willingness and ability to be strengths-focused
• Ability to shift to process
• Willingness to advocate for youth and family, belief in the capacity of people to grow and change
• Ability to manage stress and self-care
• Appreciation, respect, and understanding for teamwork and company systems
• Ability to maintain a high level of self-awareness
• Ability to be comfortable with cultural differences; to relate without patronizing
• Willingness to commit to empowering families to solve their own problems
• Ability and willingness to work with families in their own homes
• Willingness to be flexible to work with the families when they are available to meet

Candidates MUST be willing and able to

• Live locally, within 1 hour of the noted territory.
• Provide therapy inside the family home as a regular part of the position
• Maintain a flexible, non-traditional schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed, based on the availability of the youth and family
• Regularly travel throughout the full identified service territory to meet with families and provide services where needed.

Education Preference

Master’s in social work (MSW), Mental Health Counseling (MHC), Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT), psychology, counseling, education, or other relevant human service profession preferred; required for site supervisor position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with youth and families
• Good communication skills, with the ability to engage and collaborate effectively with individuals and families

Licenses & Certifications

Qualified Professional

License Eligible (LMSW, LAPC, LAMFT)

Full License (LCSW, LPC, LMFT)

Salary range for this educational level is commensurate with credentials held and experience.

Non-Licensed Therapist salary range: $51,993 - $57,534

Licensed Therapist salary range: $57,234 - $61,757

Why Join us?

Collaborative and supportive work environment where therapists can grow professionally while making a meaningful impact on clients' lives. With opportunities for career advancement, free CE training, and a comprehensive benefits package, this role offers both personal and professional fulfillment. Come be part of an inclusive culture that values excellence, innovation, and discovery.

Beyond the engaging work, you'll also benefit from competitive benefits package to support you and your loved ones, provide work/life balance, and invest in your future. The list below is for informational purposes only.

• Consumer-driven health plan coverage provided by Anthem
• Wellness: When you enroll in a medical plan, you get complete care support on your time through Sydney app (Anthem), with exclusive access to 24/7 access to licensed doctors, therapists, and psychiatrists
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flex Spending Account (FSA)
• Two dental plan options available through Delta Dental, so you can choose the level of coverage that fits your needs and budget
• Affordable vision plan available through EyeMed to keep your eyes healthy and your vision sharp
• An optional Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account to reimburse yourself on a pre-tax basis for childcare
• Generous paid time off
• 401k or Roth IRA Retirement Programs administered by Empower
• Financial planning and education services at no cost to you
• Voluntary supplemental benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability)
• Educational Assistance (your position, date of hire and years of service determine your eligibility)
• Licensure Residency Program for Full-time Clinical Staff
• Advancement and Career Development Opportunities

Equal Employment Opportunity

Empower Community Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.