Master's Graduate - School/Community Based Clinician

At LifeStance Health, we believe in a truly healthy society where mental and physical healthcare are unified to make lives better. Our mission is to help people lead healthier, more fulfilling lives by improving access to trusted, affordable, and personalized mental healthcare. Everywhere. Every day. It’s a lofty goal; we know. But we make it happen with the best team in behavioral health. 

Thank you for taking the time to explore a career with us. As the fastest growing behavioral health practice group in the country, now is the perfect time to join our clinical team!

LifeStance Health is seeking individuals that are passionate about serving others and making a difference in the lives of those in our community.  We are currently providing services in the community, as well as via telehealth when preferred. The ideal candidate is a recent graduate of a graduate school/program in mental health.

JOB  SUMMARY

We are looking for a master’s-level, clinical trainee to work in our school-based programs. Schools we have partnerships with are in the Moundsview, White Bear Lake and St Paul School districts. Clinical Trainees work directly in the school with students identified by our school referral partners and engage with parents/families and other invested parties in the child’s life. Some community involvement will be necessary to engage parents and families in services.

Ideal Candidates Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of family systems and their impact on mental health for the individual as well as within the family. Knowledge of diagnostic assessment process, treatment planning and use of varied therapeutic interventions with children/families/individuals, including some crisis intervention. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to maintain professional relationships with school-based staff and family members to coordinate services and efficiently respond to/manage referrals. Proficient use of computers and online Electronic Health Record/Microsoft systems used for clinical documentation as well as communication with clients, families and staff. Strong organizational skills in managing daytime (school hours) availability as well as potential for afternoons/evenings as necessary. Ability to transport self between client homes/clinic and/or community-based locations.

Master's Graduate-School Based Therapists at LifeStance Health will:

-Maintain timely and accurate clinical charting using the Electronic Health Record (HER) on a daily basis-

Update and maintain client files as required and necessary per specified guidelines 

Secure all client information per HIPAA standards

 Complete accurate case notes for each billable unit

 Prepare written reports and state mandated documents per LifeStance Health expectations and requirements for state certification 

Manage a caseload that consistently meets the necessary billable time weekly

Participate in meetings as required/necessary with internal and external customers and partners

• Licensure Supervision for those pursuing Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
• Professional Liability Coverage
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Voluntary Life/Short Term Disability
• Continuing Education Units (CEU) Benefit

• Possess a Master's degree (or other graduate/doctoral degree) in a mental health related field
• Minimum of six months previous experience in Mental Health as a Community Based Therapist in, CTSS, or ARMHS
• Experience with psychotherapy and competence with performing diagnostic assessments
• Experience with Foster Providers, Adoption, and County Social Services
• Knowledge of family systems and their impact on mental health within the family.
• Knowledge of varied interventions with children/families/individuals in crisis
• Proficient use of computers for communicating and documenting for clients and staff.
• Strong skills in managing a flexible schedule and ability to appropriately manage referrals.
• Ability to transport self between client homes/clinic and/or community based locations

About LifeStance Health 

LifeStance is a national provider of mental healthcare services focused on evidenced-based, medically driven treatment services for children, adolescents and adults suffering from a variety of mental health issues in an outpatient care setting, both in-person at its clinics nationwide and through its digital health telemedicine offering. The company employs psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and licensed therapists throughout the US.

LifeStance Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are fully committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our employees.

Our values:

Belonging: We cultivate a space where everyone can show up as their authentic self.

Empathy: We seek out diverse perspectives and listen to learn without judgment.

Courage: We are all accountable for doing the right thing - even when it's hard - because we know it's worth it.

One Team: We realize our full potential when we work together towards our shared purpose.

Compensation model based on productivity. 

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LifeStance Health complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources Team at  ADA@lifestance.com or by calling +1-800-308-0994. Please note: This contact is intended solely for accommodation requests. Inquiries regarding applications, resumes and applicant status should not be sent to this email address as they will not be reviewed or responded to. To apply for a position, please use our official careers page.