Social Worker (LMSW) - Outpatient (Days)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Adult Outpatient Therapist (Mental Health & Co-Occurring Disorders).

Job Summary: We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Adult Outpatient Therapist to join our Behavioral Health team. In this role, you will deliver comprehensive clinical services, including intake assessments, person-centered treatment planning, and individual and group therapy for adults and families managing mental health and co-occurring substance use disorders.

Compensation & Range:

• Fully Licensed: $29.47 – $39.67 / hour (commensurate with licensure and experience).
• Limited / Associate Licensure: $27.22 – $36.63 / hour.
• Schedule & Flexibility: Flexible full-time scheduling available. Clinic operating hours encompass Mondays–Thursdays (8:30 AM – 7:00 PM), Fridays (8:30 AM – 5:00 PM), and Saturdays (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM). Some evening/weekend shifts may be required.
• Benefits & Perks: Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, 401(k), paid time off (PTO), paid holidays (including major holiday eves), mileage reimbursement (standard IRS rate), and fully paid ongoing professional development/training.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clinical Assessment & Care: Conduct intake evaluations and assess client needs using Person-Centered Planning principles for outpatient mental health and co-occurring substance abuse treatment.
• Therapeutic Services: Provide evidence-based individual and group therapy for adults and their families.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Partner effectively with psychiatrists, primary care physicians, support networks, and community agencies to ensure holistic patient care.
• Documentation & Compliance: Complete clinical records, progress notes, and treatment plans in a timely manner consistent with regulatory and program guidelines.
• Discharge Planning: Coordinate structured, effective discharge planning prior to case completion.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Education: Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Professional Counseling, or a related mental health discipline [Required] .
• Licensure: Active Master’s level state clinical licensure (e.g., LMSW, LPC, LLP) or associate/limited licensure (e.g., LLMSW, LLPC, TLLP) [Required] .
• Clinical Experience: Minimum 1+ year of experience (including accredited fieldwork/internship hours) treating adults diagnosed with mental health or co-occurring disorders [Required] .
• Professional Standards: Ability to obtain the Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) credential within 120 days of hire [Required] .
• Core Competencies: Strong clinical assessment skills.