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Join a compassionate team as an Outpatient Behavioral Therapist providing essential clinical services to a diverse client base in the Midwest region. This role involves conducting thorough diagnostic assessments and delivering outpatient behavioral health treatments such as individual, family, group, and in-home therapy. You will also perform utilization reviews, implement medically necessary treatment plans, and determine appropriate Levels of Care (LOC) for clients. Timely and accurate documentation of all services is a key responsibility. Crisis intervention and emotional support for clients and families are integral parts of this position, along with referrals to appropriate resources. Additional duties may be assigned by supervisors.
Education: A Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Marriage and Family Therapy is required.
Experience: Preferred candidates have three to five years of experience diagnosing and treating serious and persistent mental illness (SPMI), serious mental illness (SMI), or severe emotional disturbance (SED) populations. Experience integrating care with other providers and supervising clinicians pursuing licensure is highly valued. Working with diverse and high-risk populations is also preferred.
Requirements: Must hold a BSRB license at the Master's level and have completed all necessary trainings to deliver specialized care, including qualifications as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP). A valid driver's license is required. Preferred credentials include clinical-level licensure by BSRB and Substance Use Disorder licensure.
Behavioral Skills: Integrity, compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence are essential. The ideal candidate demonstrates honesty, empathy, conflict management skills, ownership of projects, collaboration with diverse populations, and strong communication and leadership abilities. The role requires strategic thinking and the capacity to lead process improvements and coach teams effectively.
