Therapist

Family Care Health Centers; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Care Health Centers in St. Louis is seeking a qualified Therapist to provide evidence-based psychotherapy and case management services. The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree in a relevant field and is eligible for professional licensure (LCSW, LPC, or LMFT). Responsibilities include conducting behavioral health assessments, delivering therapeutic interventions for various conditions, and collaborating with primary care providers. Active participation in continuing education is encouraged, emphasizing professional development in an urban community health setting.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in relevant field.
• Must be eligible for professional licensure within the first year of employment.
• Previous experience in behavioral health services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive behavioral health assessments.
• Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
• Provide crisis intervention and support.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Professional Counseling or Marriage and Family Therapy

Professional licensure (LCSW, LPC, or LMFT)

Job description

DEPARTMENT

Behavioral Health Services

JOB TITLE

Therapist ~ LCSW, LPC, or LMFT (Clinic-Based and School-Based)

I. Basic Function

To provide evidence-based psychotherapy and case management services to FCHC patients.

Iii. Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive behavioral health assessments to understand the unique needs and goals of patients.
• Collaborate with patients to develop individualized treatment plans which include a life goal and a health goal, to build motivation and progress towards completion of these goals, and to track the completion of these goals.
• Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions for a variety of behavioral and physical health conditions, including anxiety, depression, chronic pain, substance use, etc.
• Work as part of a team and communicate with primary care providers, psychiatrists, and other team members to integrate behavioral health services into overall patient care plans.
• Coordinate information flow between the PCP, BH providers, CHW, and other FCHC staff within the Circle of Care program.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with FQHC and regulatory standards.
• Attend BH team meetings, provider meetings, and site-specific meetings.
• Provide crisis intervention and support for patients experiencing acute behavioral health issues.
• Provide school-based behavioral health services in collaboration with partnering schools, including individual therapy, crisis support, and coordination with school personnel as appropriate and permitted.
• Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions for a variety of behavioral and physical health conditions, including anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic pain, substance use, and school-related behavioral or emotional concerns.

Iv. Periodic Duties

• Contributes services to community public health activities as appropriate.
• Participates in Center work team as needed.
• Participates in Center staff problem solving groups.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

V. Working Relationships

Inside Center: All Inclusive.

Outside Center: Patients, community organizations and agencies, professional colleagues and organizations, and institutions of learning.

Vi. Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Professional Counseling or Marriage and Family Therapy required.
• Eligible for professional licensure (LCSW, LPC or LMFT) within the first year of employment at FCHC required.
• Previous work experience providing behavioral health services preferred.
• Strong desire to work in urban community health setting preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

VII. Continuing Education

• Active professional development as demonstrated through attendance of seminars, continuing education programs, etc. is strongly recommended.
• Satisfactory maintenance of continuing education standards as established by the Division of Professional Registration of Missouri is required.