Mental Health Therapist: Individual, Group & Crisis Care

Fcc Behavioral Health; Kennett (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Fcc Behavioral Health is seeking a Mental Health Therapist to provide high-quality individual, family, and group therapy to clients served by the center. The role requires a Master’s degree in a relevant field and Missouri licensure eligibility, with adherence to DMH criteria.

The therapist will conduct assessments, develop recovery plans with SMART goals, and manage discharge planning. The position emphasizes crisis intervention, accurate reporting, and compliance with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or related field.
• Must be licensed or eligible to begin supervision in Missouri.
• Must meet DMH Criteria for Qualified Mental Health Professional.

Responsibilities

• Conducts individual, family, and group therapy sessions for assigned person(s)-served.
• Maintains knowledge of civil involuntary detention procedures.
• Conducts initial assessments to determine appropriate level of care.
• Provides crisis interventions to person(s)-served.
• Provides weekly reports in staffing about new admissions and ongoing therapeutic services.
• Development of the individualized recovery care plan for assigned consumers with SMART goals, objectives, and interventions.
• Discharge/Transition/Aftercare Summaries completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Adherence to all applicable evidence-based practice models and agency policies.
• Orally communicate information effectively and accurately.
• Ensure program operates within CARF and DMH standards and strategic plan.
• Abide by program and agency policies and procedures.
• Other job duties and special projects as assigned.

Education

Master’s Degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or related Field

Job description

Fcc Behavioral Health is seeking a Mental Health Therapist to provide high-quality individual, family, and group therapy to clients served by the center. The role requires a Master’s degree in a relevant field and Missouri licensure eligibility, with adherence to DMH criteria.

The therapist will conduct assessments, develop recovery plans with SMART goals, and manage discharge planning. The position emphasizes crisis intervention, accurate reporting, and compliance with regulatory standards.