Therapist

Brightli•Kirksville, MO

19d

About The Position

Are you a compassionate and skilled Therapist looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and families? At Preferred Family Healthcare, we’re committed to providing high-quality behavioral health services in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a Therapist, you will assess, diagnose, and treat clients using evidence-based practices tailored to their unique needs. You’ll provide individual, group, and family therapy, develop treatment plans, and support clients in achieving their goals. This role requires licensure in counseling, social work, or marriage/family therapy, and a passion for helping others thrive. Kirksville offers a welcoming community and a high quality of life—perfect for professionals seeking both purpose and balance. Join us in making a difference!

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field.
Licensure in Missouri: LPC, LCSW, or LMFT.
Willingness to obtain licensure in additional states.
Comfortable providing telehealth services (training provided).
Expertise in diagnosing and treating mental health and substance use disorders.
Strong knowledge of rehabilitation methods and legal procedures.
Ability to manage caseloads and coordinate services effectively.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to build rapport via telehealth and in-person interactions.
Commitment to ethical practice and professional development.

Responsibilities

Provide individual, group, and family counseling in various settings.
Conduct intake assessments and determine diagnoses.
Develop and update individualized treatment plans.
Participate in clinical staffing and treatment meetings.
Collaborate with internal departments to ensure service authorization.
Document services in compliance with agency and regulatory standards.
Assist clients through transitions and complete final documentation.
Respond to crisis situations and coordinate emergency services.
Provide supervision and consultation when qualified.
Facilitate specialty services such as trauma and co-occurring therapy.
Represent the agency professionally in the community.
Complete all mandatory training and uphold ethical standards.

Benefits

29 Days of PTO
Eligibility for HRSA Loan Repayment eligibility requirements
Employee benefits package – health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
Competitive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan – up to 5% match for Part-Time and Full-Time employees
Company-paid basic life insurance
Emergency Medical Leave Program
Flexible Spending Accounts – healthcare and dependent child-care
Health & Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Discount Program
Mileage Reimbursement (if applicable)
Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within
Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness