Licensed Mental Health Clinician

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Licensed Mental Health Clinician FT 40-2080 hours Full-Time Richmond, VA, US 30+ days ago Requisition ID: 2459 Full-Time Outpatient Therapist Position LightWorks Counseling & Wellness by Shineforth Help Young People & Families Find Their Inner Light Are you a clinician who believes therapy should be compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in real human connection? Do you want to help build something meaningful, not just join a practice? LightWorks Counseling & Wellness is seeking an experienced licensed outpatient therapist to help shape a new program rooted in a 125-year legacy of impact. Who We Are LightWorks Counseling & Wellness by Shineforth provides high-quality, individualized care to children, teens, young adults, and their caregivers. We lead with compassion, avoid judgment, and meet individuals and families where they are. As part of Shineforth’s long-standing nonprofit mission, LightWorks expands access to outpatient mental health care through a blend of in‑person and telehealth services. This launch‑phase program offers clinicians the opportunity to help build a growing service line, expanding into a multidisciplinary model that includes psychological evaluations, psychiatry, and specialized wellness services. What We Do LightWorks Counseling and Wellness offers the following services to children, teens, young adults, parents & caregivers Individual Therapy Family Therapy Occupational Therapy Medication Management Who We Serve Parents & Caregivers Outpatient Therapist Key Responsibilities Conduct diagnostic assessments and develop individualized treatment plans Provide individual, family, and group therapy using evidence‑based practices Collaborate with the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and multidisciplinary team to support integrated, whole‑person care Maintain timely, accurate documentation in compliance with agency, licensing, and insurance standards Provide client and caregiver education, care coordination, and appropriate referrals Respond to crisis situations in alignment with agency protocols Participate in supervision, team meetings, and ongoing professional development Clinical Focus Areas Anxiety Depression Grief Trauma ADHD Family Therapy Life Transitions Personal Growth We serve a diverse client base and maintain a balanced payor mix, including Medicaid, private insurance, and self‑pay, reflecting our commitment to accessibility while sustaining a strong and equitable caseload model for clinicians. Who We Need Someone who’s more than licensed — you’re invested about the population we serve and want to work in a highly motivated and collaborative team environment. We’re seeking a clinician who is: Master’s Level and Licensed (LCSW, LPC, or LCP in Virginia) May have advanced certifications or specialty training (EMDR, Registered Play Therapist, etc.) Strong documentation and technology proficiency Growth‑oriented and prioritizes evidence‑based practices Committed to exceptional client care and customer service Embraces Collaborative Problem Solving Energized by helping launch and grow a new program Ability to work one evening per week until 7:00 PM Caseload of 25 billable sessions per week Proficiency with Microsoft Office and clinical documentation systems required What We Offer 401(k) eligibility at 30 days, with up to 7% employer contribution Liability insurance covered under agency policy Employee Assistance Program Annual training stipend Generous PTO, including 12 paid holidays Comprehensive health benefits options that include vision, and dental Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is at the forefront of all we do at Shineforth, and we maintain a culture of acceptance in which crucial conversations are encouraged. Shineforth doesn’t exclude anyone on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, religion, or economic background. #J-18808-Ljbffr