COUNSELOR (MA/MSW)

HEARTLAND

Heartland Behavioral Health has been providing care for children and adolescents for over 100 years in Nevada, Missouri. We treat male and female patients ages 4 through 17 in acute and ages 4 through 17 females in the residential programs for conditions ranging from depression, anxiety and other mood disorders to recovering from a traumatic event. All of our programs have been designed and tailored to help our patients grow and prosper.   Heartland programs are provided with a focus on Trauma Informed Care.  

Heartland is nestled within 50 secluded acres in Nevada, Missouri, providing the perfect rural area setting for our residents to heal and grow. A reprieve from everyday life, our peaceful environment allows residents to return to the basics and reconnect with themselves and others. We also offer leisure activities, such as baseball, basketball and an equestrian program, that allow children and adolescents to enjoy themselves while building self-confidence, trust and teamwork.

Benefit Highlights:

• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Educational reimbursement for qualified positions
• Loan Repayment Program  
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generours Paid Time Off
• Career development opportunities 
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program

**SIGN-ON BONUS $7000 Provisional Licensure - $10000 Fully Licensed **

JOIN OUR TEAM AND HELP US "CHANGE LIVES"!   

• Knowledge of the professional principles, practices and techniques of psychotherapy as they apply to patients/residents undergoing psychiatric treatment and rehabilitation. 
• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in psychology, social work or counseling. 
• Prefer: Licensure from the State of Missouri to practice independently as a clinician in stated field, i.e., LCSW, LPC Psy.D. Ph.D.,  Will consider provisional licensure.
• Prefer: Two years experience in psychiatric inpatient setting preferred, practicum/internships within a mental health setting. 

JOB SUMMARY:

• Provides individual, family and group psychotherapy to patients/residents and their families. 
• Demonstrate the ability to practice independently as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP). 
• Part of the interdisciplinary team, participating in treatment team meetings. 
• Completes psychosocial histories and aids in discharge planning.  

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