Therapist Candidate

Cceok; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Catholic Charities of Eastern Oklahoma is recruiting a part-time Therapist I to provide evidence-based counseling to individuals and families, including school-age children 4–17 years. You will work on-site at multiple locations within a MTSS framework and collaborate with licensed professionals and interns.

The role emphasizes compassionate, ethical care aligned with Catholic teachings, with flexibility for travel and a commitment to serving diverse populations.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in clinical mental health counseling or related field from an accredited program.
• Board‑approved licensure candidacy in Oklahoma (LCSW, LPC, or LMFT).
• Available to travel to different locations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intakes, diagnoses, treatment plans, and updates for clients.
• Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions with individuals and families.
• Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams and refer to external resources as appropriate.
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation per payor requirements and policies.
• Direct crisis intervention and safety protocols; manage acute distress.

Skills

Counseling skills

Group facilitation

Crisis intervention

Interpersonal communication

Documentation

Education

Master's degree in clinical mental health counseling or related field

Board approved licensure candidate as LCSW, LPC or LMFT in OK

Supervisory agreement documentation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Reports to:

Counseling Program Manager

Position Description

As a Therapist I at Catholic Charities of Eastern Oklahoma, you will provide evidence-based, ethical and compassionate counseling to individuals and families working in a variety of settings, including our main campus office and local Catholic schools. Within the school-based setting, evidence-based treatment will be provided to children aged 4-17 years and their families who are experiencing significant behavioral and emotional issues.

The Counseling program follows a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework of care for school-based services that includes universal prevention, targeted intervention, and intensive support. In office, you will join a supportive and collaborative team of licensed professionals and graduate interns dedicated to providing exceptional clinical mental health care to individuals and families that leads to improved health and well-being.

This part-time, hourly, and non-benefited position is a unique opportunity to combine your clinical expertise with the moral, ethical social teachings of the Catholic faith, making a meaningful impact on the well-being of our community. This role requires flexibility and a commitment to serving diverse populations, often traveling to different locations to provide services.

Purpose

To be Christ's merciful love to those who suffer by providing professional, compassionate counseling services.

Ministerial

As a ministerial representative of CCEOK, both professional and personal conduct must align with the ethical and moral standards of the Catholic Church

Pray daily for the needs of the poor through personal prayer, daily Mass, and/or adoration

Be willing to learn and apply Catholic teaching in your role

Help foster a shared culture of ministry across program operations and management

Leadership

Cultivate and maintain collaborative working relationships with campus programs, school leadership, educators and external providers to offer holistic care and be a mental health resource

Provide system-wide intervention at school-sites within Multi-Tiered Systems of Support and contribute to individualized education programs (IEPs) and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) for academic and social success

Promote mental health awareness and education, behavior management, and trauma-informed classroom strategies

Bridge gaps by connecting individuals, families and schools with local mental health resources and external care providers

Utilizing multi-disciplinary teams, staff work collaboratively to provide a coordinated effort to enhance and improve client outcomes and quality of care

Responsibilities

Conduct intakes, diagnosis, treatment plans, treatment plan updates for clients on case load

Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions in working with individuals and families

Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to coordinate client care and provide appropriate referrals to external resources and providers

Maintain accurate and timely documentation standards of progress notes and treatment plans in accordance with payor requirements and program policies

Direct immediate crisis intervention, safety protocols, and de-escalation strategies for individuals facing acute emotional distress

Maintain clinical supervision for one hour per week

Participate in weekly staffing with counseling program team

School-Based Counseling

Evaluate students to identify emotional, behavioral, or developmental needs, form diagnostic impressions, and determine appropriate care plans

Provide individual, family, or small groups to address anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, behavioral challenges, and social-emotional skills development at the school or main campus office

Respond to immediate mental health emergencies, conduct risk and suicide assessments, and build safety plans

Collaborate with educators and school administrators, offering awareness and education on mental health along with behavioral strategies to support children within the learning environment

Qualifications /Education

A Master's degree or better in clinical mental health counseling or related field from an accredited graduate program

Must be board approved licensure candidate as an LCSW, LPC or LMFT in the State of Oklahoma

Documented proof of board approved supervisory agreement

Must possess a valid Driver License and satisfactory driving record and be able to travel to locations other than primary office

Knowledge and experience in individual and family therapy, and group facilitation

Knowledge and experience in conducting mental health assessments, diagnosis and treatment planning

Must demonstrate a clinical family systems orientation and ability to work with diverse populations with multiplicity of problems

Excellent relationship management, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Minimum requirements

• 18 years or older
• High school diploma or equivalent