Behavioral Health Therapist -- PT -$2000 signing bonus

Company: Lutheran Family & Children's Services of
Location: Saint Peters
Posted on: June 12, 2021

Job Description:

Part-Time (Contract) Position (approximately 20-25 hours per week) - St. Louis and St. Charles

Come join us as we provide the highest quality of care to help families, children, and individuals experience greater hope and wholeness of life.

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability please contact (314) 754-2732 for assistance.

LFCS is seeking compassionate professionals to provide effective counseling/therapy services to eligible individuals, couples and families in the St. Louis and St. Charles County area who seek help for mental health related concerns. The position will be primarily serve children, youth, adults and families in an office setting, but also includes both office and school settings if located in St. Charles County.

Duties:

Provide effective counseling/therapy to clients including case coordination and crisis intervention as needed. Maintain accurate and complete client records. Continue professional growth. Participate in program meetings, supervision and case consultation. Collaborate with community networks as needed for client services and program development. Maintain the highest levels of standards of ethics and confidentiality. Serve on department and agency committees or work groups as needed.

Minimum Education & Experience:

Level I: Master's degree or higher in a mental health related field. Must be eligible for provisional license (tested and passed) and obtain board approval within four months or provisionally licensed and obtaining supervision toward licensure as a professional counselor, clinical social worker or marriage and Family therapist in the State of Missouri.(PLPC or LMSW). Two years of experience preferred but not mandatory.

Level II: Master's degree or higher in a mental health related field with professional license from the State of Missouri (LPC or LCSW) with two years' experience.

Level III: Master's degree in a mental health related field with professional license from the State of Missouri as a Professional Counselor (LCSW, LMFT or LPC) plus a minimum of four years of clinical experience.

Please apply at: https://lfcsmo.org/

No Phone Calls Please

Knowledge and Skills:

Knowledge of counseling theories and practices, therapeutic models and interventions for use with children, youth, adults and families. Knowledge of mental health assessment and treatment planning. Knowledge of ethical standards and legal regulations. Knowledge of community resources. Effective professional therapeutic skills. Crisis intervention skills. Ability to function as an effective team member. Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to maintain accurate and complete client records. Computer skills and time management skills.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, pregnancy, creed, genetic information, gender identity, status as protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

In addition to federal law requirements, LFCS complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Keywords: Lutheran Family & Children's Services of , Saint Peters , Behavioral Health Therapist -- PT -$2000 signing bonus, Other , Saint Peters, Missouri