Mental Health Outpatient Therapist

Health Connect America • Meridian, MS

8h

About The Position

The Therapist provides high-quality therapeutic services to support clients’ mental health and well-being. The role includes conducting assessments, developing and implementing individualized treatment plans, maintaining accurate documentation, and collaborating with internal and external professionals. The Therapist also participates in outreach and marketing to promote services and attract referrals.

Health Connect America provides mental and behavioral health services to children, families, and adults. Services may be delivered in clients’ homes, communities, or office settings, using a trauma-informed, client-centered approach grounded in research and evidence-based practices.

Requirements

• A master’s degree in social work, counseling, or a related field is required for the listed state locations.
• Alabama: Must be eligible for licensure as an LPC, LMFT, or LCSW.
• Mississippi: Must be eligible for licensure as an LPC, LMFT, or LCSW in Mississippi, or hold MS DMH certification.
• North Carolina: Must hold an associate license as an LCSWA or LCMHCA.
• South Carolina: Must hold a license as an LMSW, LMFT-A, or LPC-A.
• Tennessee: Must be eligible for licensure as an LPC, LMFT, or LCSW.
• Virginia: A master’s degree in social work, counseling, or a related field is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and use standardized tools to identify needs and appropriate interventions.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with clients, families, and the treatment team, including measurable goals and objectives.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy using appropriate therapeutic techniques.
• Provide consistent services to assigned clients and maintain regular contact to monitor progress and adjust treatment plans.
• Document client interactions, treatment plans, and progress notes accurately and within required timeframes, in compliance with company policy and applicable standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals and participate in treatment team meetings.
• Provide support and intervention during crises, develop safety plans, and coordinate with emergency services when needed.
• Conduct community outreach to promote mental health services and attract referrals.
• Connect clients and families with additional resources and support services as needed.
• Stay current on best practices, treatment modalities, and developments in mental health therapy through ongoing training and professional development.
• Communicate with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders to address inquiries, share information, and resolve concerns.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling
• Employee Assistance Program with eight mental health counseling sessions annually
• Paid time off for full-time employees
• Paid holidays for full-time employees
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Voluntary insurance products
• Health Navigator access
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• Dependent Daycare Flexible Spending Account
• Health Reimbursement Account
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Benefits Hub
• Tickets at Work

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time