Private Practice Therapist- Lubbock, TX
About The Position
The Private Practice Therapist provides high-quality mental health services to clients in an outpatient setting. The role includes conducting assessments, creating individualized treatment plans, and delivering evidence-based therapy to support client well-being. The therapist works independently while contributing to the clinic’s collaborative, client-focused culture. The therapist provides individual, couple, and/or family therapy based on expertise and client needs; conducts intake evaluations and diagnostic assessments; formulates diagnoses and treatment plans; and provides crisis intervention and risk assessments. The role also involves coordinating care with other providers, educating and advocating for patients and families, maintaining timely and accurate electronic health records, meeting regulatory and ethical requirements, and staying current through continuing education and clinical supervision.
Requirements
- Must be independently licensed and in good standing as an LPC, LCSW, or equivalent; provisionally licensed associates will also be accepted.
- Thorough knowledge of The Joint Commission, OSHA, CMS, DHS, state regulations, and federal regulatory standards.
- Complete TB testing, drug screening, and a background check upon hire.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work preferred.
- Experience working in substance use is preferred but not required.
- Two years of experience in a private practice setting preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide individual, couple, and/or family therapy based on expertise and client needs.
- Conduct intake evaluations, including patient history, mental status examinations, and diagnostic assessments.
- Formulate psychiatric diagnoses and develop personalized treatment plans tailored to client goals.
- Provide crisis intervention and risk assessments for patients experiencing acute mental health issues.
- Work with psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare providers to coordinate patient care.
- Participate in case consultations and team meetings to review treatment plans and patient progress.
- Refer patients to higher levels of care or additional services as needed and support continuity of care.
- Educate patients and families about psychiatric conditions, treatment options, medication adherence, and self-care strategies.
- Advocate for patient needs within the healthcare system and through community resources.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record system.
- Comply with clinic policies, legal regulations, and ethical standards in psychiatric practice.
- Monitor and address controlled-substance prescribing issues in accordance with DEA and state guidelines.
- Stay current on advancements in psychiatric care through continuing education, professional memberships, and clinical supervision.
- Contribute to clinic quality-improvement initiatives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
