Outpatient Mental Health Therapist

Community Counseling Center Inc; Missouri; On-site; USD 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Counseling Center Inc is seeking an Outpatient Mental Health Clinical Therapist to provide comprehensive therapy services to a diverse clientele. This full-time role allows flexibility in work schedule, offering, either a four- or five-day workweek. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant Master's degree, requisite licensure, and have experience in mental health environments, demonstrating a commitment to client well-being and professional development.

Benefits

24 Paid Days Off Your First Year

Seven Paid Holidays

Competitive Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Company Paid Life and LTD Insurance

Retirement Auto-Enrollment

Loan Repayment for Clinicians

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid provisional or fully licensed therapy license (LMSW, LCSW, LPC).
• Two years' experience in a mental health setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual, family, and group therapy.
• Complete intakes, assessments, and treatment plans.
• Coordinate services with other providers.

Skills

Communication

Therapeutic Skills

Crisis Intervention

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling

Job description

Outpatient Mental Health Clinical Therapist (LCSW, LMSW, PLPC, LPC)

Location: Ste. Genevieve, MO - Counties
Full Time: Exempt
Work Hours:

• Four 10-hour days (~ 7:30a - 6p: weekdays only) - Effective March 2025

  OR

Standard, five 8-hour days (~7:30a - 4p: weekdays only)

The employee will have the ability to choose if they wish to work a four- or five-day work week. The four-day workweek offers flexibility to our employees while also meeting the needs for our clients. The scheduled working days will require some flexibility to ensure that client needs are being met.

Pay Range:

• $47,500 - $53,000 - Provisional Licensed Staff (LMSW / PLPC)
• $53,000 - 58,000/year - Fully Licensed Staff (LCSW / LPC)

Min. Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling.
• Must currently hold or be eligible to obtain (must have confirmation of passed test), a valid provisional therapy or counseling license (LMSW / PLPC).
• Preference will go to those with full licensure (LCSW / LPC)

• Two years' experience in a mental health setting preferred

This position requires a valid driver's license, proof of continuous auto insurance, and must have an acceptable driving record as outlined by agency policy.

The Outpatient Program:
The Outpatient program provides counseling for adults and children and is available at all clinic locations. Licensed counselors assist individuals, couples, families and groups experiencing life transition issues, as well as, more chronic and severe emotional problems.

What the Therapist Position Looks Like:

As a Therapist, you would be responsible for providing evaluation and treatment of children, adults, and families. Populations that we serve are across the life span with varying degrees of mental health needs. These can range from situational stressors to more chronic mental health diagnosis such as schizophrenia, bipolar, depression and anxiety. Typical caseload sizes range from 80-85 clients. Commonly used treatment modalities are CBT and Motivational Interviewing.

Thankfully, at CCC, we have a fantastic support staff that does the scheduling of appointments, credentialing with insurance panels, and billing of services. Additionally as a Therapist with the agency, you would be part of multi-disciplinary treatment team to best support the needs of the individuals that we serve.

Essential Functions

1. Conduct individual, family and/or group therapy with assigned clients.
2. Complete intakes, assessments, treatment plans, progress notes and the DLA-20 as required per agency standards.
3. Attend appropriate staffing, treatment planning, record and peer review meetings associated with clinical duties.
4. Document according to clinical policies and procedures, DMH, CARF, and any other federal or state program per agency standards.
5. Maintain appropriate license by completing CE requirements and renewal of license.
6. Follow up on no show appointments.
7. Coordinate services with other providers internally and externally.

The Agency
Community Counseling Center (CCC) - Your Behavioral Health + Wellness Resource - is a behavioral health organization that has been serving the public since 1974. We are an administrative agent for the Missouri Department of Mental Health, and we are entrusted to provide a full array of comprehensive behavioral health services within our five county catchment area.

Our Mission is to provide and support personal growth, wellness, and improved quality of life through the delivery of comprehensive behavioral health services to individuals and families residing in Bollinger, Cape Girardeau, Madison, Perry, and Ste Genevieve counties in Missouri.

Our Vision is to create a diverse and inclusive behavioral healthcare system where individuals and families can readily access mental health and substance use services, feel welcome, accepted, and leave services with hope and improved quality of life.

Commitment to Inclusion

We believe that an inclusive workforce fuels innovation and enables us to better serve our diverse customer base. We actively seek out applications from individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, religions, socio-economic backgrounds, etc. Through inclusive hiring practices, unbiased selection processes, and ongoing training, we are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Join us in building an inclusive environment where every employee can thrive and contribute their unique perspectives to best meet the needs of our clients and communities.

Our Benefits

• 24 Paid Days Off Your First Year
  • + get a day off for your birthday!
• Seven Paid Holidays
• Competitive Health, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance
• Company Paid Life and LTD Insurance
• Retirement Auto-Enrollment
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Approved Site National Health Service Corps (Loan Repayment for Clinicians)
• Employee Referral Program
• Much More!

We partner with local resources to provide free training to staff to maintain CEU requirements for licensure, as well as reimburse the cost for licensure renewal for staff members providing therapy.

Community Counseling Center is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

CCC will consider requests for reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, etc., please contact [e-mail] to speak with us about your needs.