Clinical Provider - Outpatient

Brightli•Republic, MO

About The Position

The Outpatient Therapist helps individuals and families across the lifespan build healthier, more fulfilling lives. The role assesses client needs, develops individualized treatment plans, and provides evidence-based individual, group, and family therapy. The therapist joins a collaborative clinical team delivering mental health and substance use disorder services in Republic, Missouri, near Springfield. The position may include specialty services such as trauma-informed and co-occurring disorder therapy. It involves clinical assessment and documentation, crisis response, coordination with treatment teams and internal departments, support for transitions between levels of care, and compliance with applicable professional, agency, state, and accreditation requirements. After meeting applicable professional requirements, the therapist may provide supervision, training, or consultation to developing professionals. Telehealth services are part of the role, with training provided.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.
Current licensure with the applicable professional registration board as an LPC, LCSW, or LMFT.
Willingness to obtain licensure in additional states as needed.
Willingness and ability to provide telehealth services; training is provided.
Training and demonstrated expertise in diagnostic criteria for individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance use disorders.
Knowledge of caseload management, rehabilitation methods, treatment modalities, and legal requirements related to mental health and substance use disorder services.
Knowledge of clinical supervision and training practices used in behavioral health treatment settings.
Ability to develop, coordinate, and evaluate services within assigned programs.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear, concise reports and professional correspondence.
Ability to establish effective professional relationships in person, by telephone, and through telehealth.
Successfully complete required criminal record, driving record, abuse and neglect, and fingerprint background checks.
Maintain a current driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current automobile insurance.
Obtain First Aid and CPR certifications within three months of employment and maintain them upon renewal.
Complete Peaceful Intervention or Verbal De-escalation training within 30 days of employment or at the first available class.
Demonstrate understanding of Collaborative Service Goals within 30 days of employment.
Complete 36 hours of training within each two-year period in accordance with 9 CSR 10-7.110 E 1.
Complete 50 hours of annual training when assigned to an ASAM program.
Complete applicable Growth and Development and Privileging and Credentialing requirements within 30 days when assigned to a CPRC program.
Maintain knowledge of policies, procedures, and regulations governing the assigned program.
Provide copies of all applicable professional licenses and certifications.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, procedure manuals, and other program documentation.
Ability to follow direction, accept supervision, and communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and community partners.

Responsibilities

Provide individualized, group, and family counseling that supports clients’ treatment goals, including specialty services such as trauma-informed and co-occurring disorder therapy.
Conduct timely intake screenings and comprehensive assessments of presenting concerns, relevant history, strengths, and clinical needs.
Determine and document accurate diagnoses based on assessments and applicable diagnostic criteria.
Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans in accordance with client needs and state, accreditation, and agency standards.
Complete transition plans, summaries, letters, and other correspondence to support clients moving between levels of care.
Respond to crisis situations and participate in or coordinate emergency services.
Collaborate with treatment teams through clinical staffing and treatment meetings, providing feedback, consultation, and guidance on evidence-based practices.
Partner with internal departments to obtain service authorizations and submit required information on time.
Maintain timely, accurate, compliant clinical documentation connecting services to each client’s treatment plan.
Review and correct documentation or chart deficiencies within required time frames.
Build professional relationships with clients, referral sources, community partners, and coworkers while following professional ethics and agency policies.
Meet department-specific Collaborative Service Goal requirements and contribute to organizational objectives.
Provide clinical supervision, training, or consultation to developing professionals after meeting applicable professional requirements.
Represent the agency professionally in the community.
Complete required training and other duties assigned by leadership.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program providing 24/7 counseling, legal assistance, and financial consultation for the employee and household at no cost.
Company-paid mileage reimbursement for work functions requiring travel.
Employee discounts on hotels, theme parks, attractions, and college tuition.
Complimentary licensure supervision for LMSWs, PLPCs, and PLMFTs.
Additional income opportunities for LPCs, LCSWs, and LMFTs who provide supervision.
Three days of continuing education leave following the first year of employment.
Company-paid liability coverage.
Paid time off package for full-time employees.
Health, dental, vision, retirement, life, and other benefits for full-time employees.
Initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive training.
Career mobility and advancement opportunities, including promoting from within.
A workplace culture that promotes employee well-being and supports health and happiness.