Therapist I — Assertive Community Treatment (IA)

Heartland Family Service; Council Bluffs (IA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Heartland Family Service in Council Bluffs, IA is seeking a Therapist I or II for the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) program. This on-site, full-time role focuses on intensive clinical work, accurate assessment, treatment planning and collaboration with a busy interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications include a Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling or a related field; LMHP/LMHC preferred, LADC/CADC preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling or related degree.
• LMHP or LMHC preferred.
• LADC or CADC preferred.
• 40 hours per week schedule (Mon-Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.).
• Compensation: between $50,000 and $68,316 per year based on experience.

Responsibilities

• Work with high-difficulty caseload applying advanced clinical skills in diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Maintain client clinical records including treatment plans and progress notes.
• Collaborate as part of the ACT program team.
• Demonstrate courteous, caring interaction with clients, volunteers, and staff.
• Develop and pursue ongoing training and self-care planning.
• Perform other duties as assigned on-site.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Case management

Clinical skills

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling or related degree

Job description

Therapist I or II - Assertive Community Treatment (Iowa)

Job Category: Therapeutic

Requisition Number: THERA003488

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• Posted : September 28, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Council Bluffs, IA, USA

Description

At Heartland Family Service, we are committed to building a culture that is trauma informed and values and celebrates diversity and inclusion. We believe this allows for better service delivery and innovation, as it encourages our employees to bring various experiences and uniqueness to the workplace.

Trauma Informed Care is an approach to engaging people with histories of trauma that recognizes the presence of trauma symptoms and acknowledges the role that trauma has played in their lives. Trauma Informed Care also acknowledges the effects ofworking with trauma survivors on our workforce, and seeks to build collaborative and supportive working environments and relationships.

If you believe in our mission of creating healthy families and communities, and like a fast pace, collaborative and team oriented environment, then Heartland Family Service is the agency for you.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF WORK

Intense therapeutic responsibilities begin at this level. Educational requirements are very specific. Decision-making skills and problem-solving capabilities are critical. Highly developed interpersonal skills and case management capabilities must be present.

Compensation: salary to be discussed upon interview
Work Schedule: Work Schedule: 40 hours per week (Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling or related degree
• LMHP or LMHC preferred, LADC or CADC in addition is preferred

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• While working with a caseload of the highest degree of difficulty, demonstrates advanced clinical skills in diagnosis, intervention, formulation and implementation of treatment plan with the client’s input.
• *Maintains client clinical record with treatment plan, client progress and termination summary.
• *As a member of the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Program is accountable for responsibilities, etc. described in attached job description for ACT Team Member.
• Displays a courteous and caring attitude at all times to the clientele, volunteers, and visitors of the Agency.
• Cooperates and collaborates with program area staff, volunteers, and other Agency staff.
• *Is dependable and punctual regarding scheduling and attendance.
• Abides by all specific program and Agency procedures, policies, and requirements.
• Develops personal and program related skills through participation in internal and external training opportunities including printed material and audio and/or visual media.
• *Create, maintain and share as appropriate a dynamic self-care plan.
• * Strive to make connections between the agency and the larger community whenever possible in order to contribute to the agency’s ongoing fundraising and friend-raising efforts.
• * Essential functions of this job are to be performed on company physical work site or designated workspace.
• Performs other program related duties as assigned.

*DENOTES ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

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