Mental Health Outpatient Therapist

Health Connect America • Gulfport, MS

16h

About The Position

Health Connect America is seeking a Therapist to provide high-quality therapeutic services that support clients’ mental health and well-being. The role includes assessing client needs, developing and carrying out individualized treatment plans, delivering therapy, maintaining timely and accurate documentation, and collaborating with internal and external professionals. The Therapist also supports community outreach and referral development, helping advance the organization’s mission of providing comprehensive mental health care.

Services are guided by a unified, trauma-informed approach and are delivered in clients’ homes, communities, or office settings. The organization emphasizes compassionate, client-centered care informed by research and evidence-based practices. Employment is contingent upon meeting the requirements of a comprehensive background investigation.

Requirements

• A master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field is required.
• 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 have Mississippi 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.
• Must meet the requirements of a comprehensive background investigation before joining the team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and use standardized tools to determine client needs and appropriate interventions.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with clients, families, and the treatment team, including measurable goals and objectives.
• Deliver individual, group, and family therapy using techniques to address mental health and behavioral concerns.
• Provide consistent services to assigned clients, maintain regular contact, monitor progress, and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Document client interactions, treatment plans, and progress notes accurately and within required timeframes; comply with regulatory and organizational standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals and participate in treatment team meetings.
• Provide immediate support during crises, develop safety plans, and coordinate with emergency services when necessary.
• Conduct community outreach to promote services and attract referrals.
• Connect clients and families with additional resources and support services.
• Keep current with mental health therapy practices, treatment modalities, and trends; participate in training and professional development.
• Communicate with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders to address inquiries, share information, and resolve concerns.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including 8 mental health counseling sessions annually.
• Paid time off for full-time employees.
• Paid holidays for full-time employees.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Other 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