Mental Health Therapist

Lutheran Family And Childrens Services Of Missouri; Olivette (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutheran Family and Children’s Services of Missouri is seeking a licensed mental health professional to provide individual and family therapy to children and families in both office and school settings, using evidence-based approaches.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in a mental-health field and is eligible for provisional or full licensure in Missouri, and is available 2–3 evenings per week; LFCS emphasizes ongoing professional development and a mission-driven culture.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a mental health field; eligible for PLPC/LMSW or full licensure in Missouri.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and family therapy to children and families in office and school settings.
• Offer psychoeducation, prevention programming, and advocacy.
• Assess and provide crisis intervention during high-stress situations.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices.

Skills

Individual therapy

Family therapy

Crisis intervention

Psychoeducation

Advocacy

Professional development

Education

Master's degree in a mental health-related field

Job description

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Join Our Legacy of Impact – Make a Real Difference Every Day!

At Lutheran Family and Children’s Services (LFCS), we have a 157-year history of empowering children and families to overcome life’s toughest challenges. When you join our team, you’re becoming a part of a mission that transforms lives and builds brighter futures—now and for generations to come.

Why LFCS?

• Meaningful Work: Your efforts will directly help shape a better world for those who need it most.
• Impactful Mission: Join a team dedicated to creating safety and stability for kids across Missouri.
• A Legacy of Change: Be part of an organization that creates a lasting impact in the communities we serve.

Your Role:

• Provide individual and family therapy to children and families in both office and school settings, utilizing evidence base therapeutic techniques.
• Offer psychoeducation, prevention programming and advocacy to empower children and families with the tools they need to build resilience, manage stress, and thrive mentally and emotionally.
• Assess and provide crisis intervention during high-stress situations, ensuring clients’ safety with effective risk assessments and safety planning.
• Participate in ongoing professional development to stay on top of the latest therapeutic practices, ensuring you’re always equipped to offer the best care possible.

What We’re Looking For:

• Master's degree in a mental health-related field, must have or be eligible for a provisional license (PLPC or LMSW) or full license of an (LPC, LMSW, LMFT) in the state of Missouri.
• A mission-driven individual who fully embraces and models LFCS values and can forge a mutually respectful partnership with people served and their families.
• This position requires you to work 2-3 evenings per week.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, pregnancy, creed, genetic information, gender identity, status as protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with disability or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, LFCS complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.