Mental Health Therapist - PLPC, LPC, LMFT, LMSW, LCSW

REDISCOVER • Lee's Summit, MO

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About The Position

Join ReDiscover’s Adult and Family Services Department and be part of a mission-driven organization that’s been transforming lives for over 50 years. As a non-profit community mental health center serving southeastern Jackson County, Missouri, we’re passionate about helping individuals impacted by mental illness or substance use find hope, support, and healing. The Adult and Family Services (AFS) Therapy Program is ReDiscover’s outpatient therapy department, offering clinicians the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families across the community. Our team supports clients of all ages, backgrounds, and needs — including those who may have struggled to access care elsewhere. Working in AFS means being part of a collaborative, mission-driven environment where clinicians can apply their skills in diverse ways, continue growing professionally, and see the lasting impact of their work every day.

Requirements

• Availability to work a full-time schedule, Monday to Friday - 8:00am to 5:00pm; 40-Hour work week.
• Master’s or Doctorate Degree in a social science field (as defined by the Department of Mental Health).
• Active clinical license in the State of Missouri which includes: Psychologist, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
• Active provisional licensure in State of Missouri (PLPC, LMSW, or MFT) may be considered.
• Two (2) years of experience in direct service provision in a mental health setting.
• Working knowledge of mental illness and substance use disorders.
• Excellent customer service skills with a recovery focus.
• Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
• Intermediate computer skills in typing/keyboarding, Microsoft Word and Excel programs as well as the use of email.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates client’s mental health condition based on the review of client information, including bio-psycho-social assessments, psychological evaluation, and diagnostics. Collecting information about the client through interviews, observations, and tests. Prepares and maintains treatment records and reports.
• Develops and implements treatment plans based on clinical experience, knowledge, and understanding of the client’s information and history. Acts as a client advocate to coordinate required services or to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.
• Counsels clients, individually and in group sessions specific to the program format, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, and making changes. Maintains confidentiality of records relating to client's treatment.
• Work within an interdisciplinary team to develop treatment plans for the client(s) being served.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees