Outpatient Clinic Therapist - PMHC - Biloxi, MS

Canopy Children's Solutions; Biloxi (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Canopy Children's Solutions in Biloxi, MS is seeking an Outpatient Clinic Therapist to provide clinical services to youth and families enrolled in the outpatient program. The role involves building a therapeutic relationship through individual, family, and group therapy, while ensuring compliance with state, federal, and regulatory guidelines.

Candidates typically hold a Master’s degree in a behavioral health field and have experience with youth and families; Mississippi licensure is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a behavioral health field.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in outpatient or residential services preferred.
• Mississippi professional license in mental health field is preferred (LPC, LMFT, LMSW or LCSW).

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual therapy as needed.
• Conduct family therapy as needed.
• Act as a liaison between the guardians and/or families and the clinic.
• Assist in the coordination of the aftercare plan with each youth.
• Make referrals or secure additional resources from PMHC and link to care coordination and recovery support when needed.
• Monitor for suicidal ideation and other safety concerns utilizing Canopy’s Behavioral Health Clinic protocol.
• Complete DLA at admission and every 90 days.
• Administer the Children’s Hope Scale at admission and every six months afterwards.
• Update treatment plan as needed and review every six months.

Education

Master’s degree in a behavioral health field

Job description

Education

Founded in 1912 as an adoption agency, Canopy Children's Solutions is Mississippi’s most comprehensive nonprofit provider of children’s behavioral health, educational, and family support solutions. Canopy employs a diverse group of mission-driven individuals committed to honoring the voice of Mississippi children and families. Being an integral part of the Canopy team involves committing to the Core Values that drive our organization forward:

• The voice of our children and families always comes first
• Relationships matter and our differences make us stronger
• We take great joy in service to others
• Our families and our communities deserve our very best

Education

Founded in 1912 as an adoption agency, Canopy Children's Solutions is Mississippi’s most comprehensive nonprofit provider of children’s behavioral health, educational, and family support solutions. Canopy employs a diverse group of mission-driven individuals committed to honoring the voice of Mississippi children and families. Being an integral part of the Canopy team involves committing to the Core Values that drive our organization forward:

• The voice of our children and families always comes first
• Relationships matter and our differences make us stronger
• We take great joy in service to others
• Our families and our communities deserve our very best

Canopy has been recognized as a Great Place to Work® for the fifth consecutive year and is one of only nine companies in Mississippi to earn this certification for 2025–2026. At Canopy, employees are committed to fostering a healthy workplace culture built on trust and driven by a shared mission: helping children thrive and empowering families to overcome extraordinary challenges.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees. Benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Competitive Compensation
• 403b Retirement Plan with Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• PTO/Vacation
• Employee Wellness Program and Counseling Services

Outpatient Clinic Therapist - Position Overview

• The Outpatient Therapist is responsible for providing clinical services to individuals enrolled in the outpatient clinic.
• He/she is responsible for providing the clinical support necessary for implementation of the therapeutic services through the establishment of a comprehensive therapeutic relationship with youth and families based on the provision of individual, family, and group therapy for the clinic.
• The position assures that the program meets all state, federal and regulatory organization guidelines and regulations.

Job Responsibilities

Therapeutic Relationship:

• Conduct individual therapy as needed.
• Conduct family therapy as needed.
• Act as a liaison between the guardians and/or families and the clinic.
• Assist in the coordination of the aftercare plan with each youth.
• Make referrals or secure additional resources from PMHC and link to care coordination and recovery support when needed.
• Monitor for suicidal ideation and other safety concerns utilizing Canopy’s Behavioral Health Clinic protocol.
• Complete DLA at admission and every 90 days.
• Administer the Children’s Hope Scale at admission and every six months afterwards.
• Update treatment plan as needed and review every six months.

Administrative Support

• Completes the Master Treatment Plan within five business days of admission.
• Document the results of all therapeutic sessions in CareLogic within 48 hours.
• Complete an aftercare plan with each youth seven days before discharge.
• Complete a Discharge Summary for each youth within fifteen days of discharge.
• Assumes clinical on-call responsibilities as scheduled.
• Monitor caseload and discharge youth as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Professional Standards

• Attend supervisory sessions with Lead Therapist twice a month.
• Maintain annual training requirements.
• Present proof of licensure renewal as appropriate.
• Participate in staff training and educational programs to maintain annual minimum requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a behavioral health field.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in outpatient or residential services preferred.
• Minimum of two-years of the experience must be in working with families and youth.
• Mississippi professional license in mental health field is preferred (LPC, LMFT, LMSW or LCSW).