Licensed Therapist

Job Title: Licensed Therapist 

Location: Springfield, Missouri 

Department: IMPART 

Employment Type: Full Time 

Job Summary: 
Join our dedicated, compassionate team as a Licensed Therapist, where you will have the opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of individuals, families, and couples facing mental health challenges. You will provide essential therapeutic services in a supportive environment, tailored to the needs of each client. Your expertise will help clients develop coping strategies, improve relationships, and enhance overall well-being while working under the guidance of a seasoned professional. This role is perfect for someone eager to help others on their healing journey while growing in their own therapeutic practice. 

As a Licensed Therapist, your primary responsibility will involve assessing, diagnosing, and treating clients based on their unique needs. You will conduct thorough assessments and formulate personalized treatment plans that reflect the individualization and evolution of each client's journey. 

This position offers… 
• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost 
• Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel 
• Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition 
• Workplace Culture – An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce 
• Additional Perks & Benefits – Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more 

Key Responsibilities: 
• Provide individual, group, family, and practical counseling in diverse settings under your professional and ethical guidelines. 
• Conduct intake/screening and comprehensive assessments within state regulatory and accreditation standards. 
• Document diagnoses and develop individualized treatment plans demonstrating a collaborative approach with your clients. 
• Participate in clinical staffing and treatment meetings, offering feedback on pertinent cases. 
• Ensure timely documentation of services, adhering to applicable standards and best practices. 
• Assist clients through transition processes and complete final correspondences such as summaries and letters. 
• Handle crisis situations effectively and participate in or coordinate emergency services as needed. 
• Represent the agency professionally within the community, maintaining strong relationships with referral sources and clients. 

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications: 
• Must possess at least a Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field. 
• Hold provisional licensure with the board of professional registration for your practicing state (e.g., PLPC, LMSW, PLMFT). 
• Willingness to obtain full licensure and fulfill required clinical supervision hours, including passing a licensing exam. 
• Comfortable providing telehealth services to individuals we serve (training will be provided). 

Additional Qualifications: 
• Successful completion of a background check, including criminal records and driving records. 
• Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance required. 
• Must complete all mandatory training in accordance with state regulatory and accreditation standards. 
• Ability to maintain knowledge of program policies, procedures, and regulations. 

Physical Requirements: 
• ADA Consideration - Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (exists 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, or pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. 
• Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods. 

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