Therapist (PLPC, LPC, LCSW, LMFT) - Developmental Disabilities

Licensed Professional Counselor

Location: Joplin, Missouri

Employment Type: Full Time

Join our dedicated team of licensed professionals committed to making a positive impact in the lives of individuals and families facing mental health challenges. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, you will play a vital role in providing expert therapeutic services that foster healing and growth. We seek passionate candidates who are empathetic, collaborative, and driven to support others in overcoming their obstacles.

In this role, you will conduct comprehensive assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and facilitate counseling sessions using evidence-based methods. Your expertise will guide clients/patients on their journey to improved mental health and wellbeing by equipping them with essential coping strategies and enhancing their interpersonal relationships.

This position offers:

• Employee Assistance Program– 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
• Mileage Reimbursement– Company paid for work functions requiring travel
• Employee Discounts– Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition
• Workplace Culture– An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce
• Additional Perks & Benefits– Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individual, group, and family counseling in diverse settings tailored to client/patient needs.
• Complete the intake/screening and comprehensive assessment process within designated time frames.
• Determine and document diagnoses based on thorough assessments.
• Develop individualized treatment plans that evolve based on ongoing assessments.
• Participate in clinical meetings to provide feedback on pertinent cases.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure timely approval of authorized services.
• Maintain precise documentation of all services as per regulatory standards.
• Assist clients/patients during the transition process and complete necessary correspondence.
• Manage crisis situations and coordinate emergency services when required.
• Facilitate group and specialty counseling sessions, including trauma and co-occurring therapy.
• Provide training and guidance on clinical issues and best practices as necessary.

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.
• Licensure from the applicable board for the state of practice as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
• Willingness to obtain licensure in additional states as needed.
• Comfortable providing telehealth services (training to be provided).

Additional Qualifications:

• Current driver's license and acceptable driving record are required.
• Must successfully complete a background check, including criminal record and fingerprint checks.
• First Aid and CPR certifications required within three (3) months of employment.
• Completion of mandatory training programs as specified.

Physical Requirements:

• Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally to move objects, including the human body.
• Involves sitting mostly but may involve brief walking or standing periods.
• Repetitive hand, finger, and arm movements for typing and writing during shifts.

Keywords: mental health, counseling, therapy, LPC, LCSW, LMFT, telehealth, crisis intervention, individual counseling, group therapy

Position Perks & Benefits:

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

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Firefly is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.