Substance Use & Family Therapist for Adults & Kids

Betty Jean Kerr People's Health Centers; Florissant (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health center in Florissant seeks a Therapist to provide therapeutic support for adults and children with substance use disorders. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing therapy in an interdisciplinary team setting. Applicants must hold a Master’s degree in a behavioral health field and have experience working with youth in a mental health environment. This role promotes high-quality, evidence-based care and offers opportunities to collaborate with a variety of professionals.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related behavioral health field is required.
• 1–2 years of clinical experience in mental health.
• Licensed or provisionally licensed preferred (LPC, PLPC, LCSW, LMSW).
• Experience in community mental health is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments.
• Develop treatment plans and recommendations.
• Provide individual, family, and group therapy.
• Maintain documentation consistent with compliance requirements.
• Participate in clinical meetings and quality initiatives.

Skills

Knowledge of stages of change

Motivational interviewing

Trauma-informed care

Active listening

Assessment skills

Relapse prevention

Treatment planning

Excellent written communication

Excellent verbal communication

Organizational skills

Time-management abilities

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work

Master’s degree in Counseling

Master’s degree in Psychology

Job description

A community health center in Florissant seeks a Therapist to provide therapeutic support for adults and children with substance use disorders. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing therapy in an interdisciplinary team setting. Applicants must hold a Master’s degree in a behavioral health field and have experience working with youth in a mental health environment. This role promotes high-quality, evidence-based care and offers opportunities to collaborate with a variety of professionals.