Mental Health Therapist – Children & Youth Services

HINDS BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SVC; Mississippi; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

HINDS BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SVC is seeking a Center-Based Therapist in Mississippi to provide mental health assessments, evaluations, and counseling for children and families. The role involves crisis intervention and individual therapy, requiring a Master’s degree in a relevant field and mental health licensure. Candidates must demonstrate effective communication skills and adapt to varied working conditions. Valid Mississippi driver’s license and auto insurance are mandatory. Occasional community work may be required. Apply to make a meaningful impact in mental health care.

Qualifications

• Licensed or certified mental health professional required.
• Provisional Certification through the department of mental health must be obtained within 90 days.
• CMHT must be obtained within 2 years of provisional certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health assessments, evaluations, and counseling.
• Conduct crisis intervention and psychosocial assessments.
• Deliver individual and family therapy within the center.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Psychosocial assessments

Individual & family therapy

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field

Job description

Job Summary:The C&Y Center-Based Therapist provides mental health assessments, evaluations, and counseling for children with emotional and behavioral concerns, along with their families. The responsibilities include, but are not limited to, crisis intervention, psychosocial assessments, risk assessments, individual & family therapy within the center. Possible work and travel in the community if approved by Team Leader. This position reports to the C&Y Treatment Team Leader.

Qualifications: A Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work or a related field and experience as a clinician is required. Must be licensed or certified as a mental health professional. A Provisional Certification through the department of mental health (PCMHT) must be acquired and documentation presented to Human Resources within 90 days from hire date and (CMHT) must be obtained within 2 years from the date of attainment of provisional certification. Ability to work as an effective team member; requires flexibility regarding working conditions and assignments. Good oral and written communication skills and thorough knowledge of psychiatric disorders and corresponding treatment. Employee must demonstrate ability to recognize consumers’ individual needs based on medical conditions, age (young adults, middle-aged and geriatric), limitations and planned procedures. Must have valid driver’s license in Mississippi and maintain proof of auto insurance. This position has been determined to have an occasional or very low risk of occupational exposure to blood-borne pathogens.