Outpatient Therapist TN Strong Families 16 hrs per week
About The Position
RIDGEVIEW, a not-for-profit community mental health center, has an immediate opening for a social work or counseling Outpatient Therapist to provide individual and group therapy to pregnant/ new mothers in Campbell and Scott counties under the TN Strong Families grant (16 hours/week). Travel time will be covered from the right candidate's primary location, which may be LaFollette or Oneida, whichever is closest to their home. The schedule will be one day per week in LaFollette and one day per week in Oneida, preferably with a Tuesday/Thursday daytime schedule. New grads are welcome! For unlicensed staff, supervision is provided for paths leading to LCSW or LPC-MHSP. Ridgeview has been named a 2025 Top Workplace by Knoxville News Sentinel, which is a testament to our staff who unite behind the idea of One Ridgeview. Ridgeview is a place where staff want to work, a place where staff are valued and appreciated, and a place where staff are proud of the impact they are making toward the improvement of people's lives. At Ridgeview, our real job satisfaction is derived from co-workers, clients, and the realization that we are part of carrying out Ridgeview's mission. HOPE | HEALING | RECOVERY "Where life's complexities are met with hope"
Requirements
- Master's Degree or higher in Social Work, Psychology or Counseling.
- On TN state licensure track to obtain LCSW, LPC-MHSP, or LMFT license.
- Must be trained in providing trauma-informed treatment with willingness to become trauma-certified.
- Must possess excellent interpersonal skills with people from differing backgrounds and cultures.
Nice To Haves
- 1+ years of experience working with mothers and/or clients suffering with substance use issues.
- Group therapy skills for grant-based positions.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the delivery of trauma-informed group and individual therapy services consisting of assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, including psychotherapy and consultation with other disciplines.
- Therapist will utilize Mothers and Babies, Nurturing Parenting, and Seeking Safety Evidence-Based Curriculums for groups as appropriate and will be responsible for making clinically-indicated referrals for treatment services both within, and outside of, Ridgeview’s service continuum.
- Must be willing to travel between offices as these services are provided in Scott and Campbell Counties.
- Responsible for understanding the TN Strong Families grant requirements and ensuring compliance with those requirements.
- Facilitate the awareness, growth, and psychological development of the client
- Build rapport with the client through empathic listening, caring, and warmth
- Be authentic, genuine, and transparent
- Play a significant role in resolving serious issues and conflicts within the family
- Encourage and motivate individuals to tackle their mental health and behavioral problems effectively
- Provide a safe environment and establish a warm, comfortable therapeutic culture
- Work toward licensure as LCSW, LPC-MHSP, or LMFT if not already licensed
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Retirement
- Long-Term Disability
- Holiday Pay
- Vacation and Sick Leave
- Life Insurance
- Wellness Plan
- Student loan repayment for qualified behavioral health and primary health care providers is available including LCSW, LPC-MHSP, and LMFT.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
