Mental Health Counselor (evenings)

Child and Family Guidance Center is recruiting a client centered Contract Licensed Professional Counselor/Licensed Clinical Social Worker/Therapist (

LPC

,LCSW, or LMFT) at our North Texas clinics.
Child and Family Guidance Center is seeking compassionate, culturally responsive, and clinically skilled Licensed Therapists to provide counseling and psychotherapy services to children, adolescents, adults, and families experiencing emotional, behavioral, and psychological challenges. The Licensed Therapists conduct comprehensive assessments, diagnose mental health conditions as appropriate, and develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each client's needs. Licensed Therapists deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions such as cognitive-behavioral, interpersonal, and family systems therapies to help clients understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors; and improve overall functioning and well-being. Licensed Therapists work collaboratively with patients and, when appropriate, interdisciplinary providers to support progress toward treatment goals, address life stressors and mental health disorders, and promote long-term recovery and resilience. This position may provide services in clinic, community-based, school-based, and/or telehealth settings depending on program needs.
Conduct comprehensive behavioral health assessments and biopsychosocial evaluations
Provide evidence-based individual, family, and group therapy services
Deliver crisis intervention and safety planning as needed
Coordinate care with primary care providers, psychiatrists, schools, hospitals, probation officers, case managers, and community resources
Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings and clinical supervision
Educate patients and families regarding mental health conditions, coping skills, and community resources
Maintain compliance with HIPAA, Texas state regulations, payer requirements, and agency policies
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and required trainings
Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or related behavioral health field
LPC

LMFT

Basic computer proficiency and ability to utilize electronic health records (EHR)
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Experience in community mental health or federally funded programs
Experience providing telehealth services
Outpatient clinic and community-based settings
Combination of office, telehealth, school, or field-based services depending on assignment
Flexible scheduling may be available, including some evening hours
Ability to sit, stand, walk, and use a computer for extended periods
Ability to travel locally within the service area if required
Compensation (Contract Rates)
~ Contract terms
This is an independent contractor (1099) position
Contractors are responsible for their own taxes, insurance, and professional expenses
No employer sponsored benefits are provided (e.g. health insurance, PTO, retirement)
Flexible scheduling based on availability and patient demand
Contractors must maintain active licensure, liability insurance, and all required credentials

A community leader since 1896, Child & Family Guidance Center takes a comprehensive approach to treating individuals with complex mental and behavioral health challenges throughout seven North Texas counties - Dallas, Collin, Ellis, Hunt, Kaufman, Navarro, and Rockwall. Since our establishment, we have been committed to providing quality, compassionate care to those in need. Today, we take immense pride in providing a wide range of comprehensive mental health services tailored to meet the unique needs of every North Texan.
At Child & Family Guidance Center, we believe everyone deserves access to quality care, so no one is ever turned away-regardless of their ability to pay. From initial assessment to ongoing care, our doctors and counselors are committed to helping tens of thousands of North Texans each year recover from trauma caused by abuse, severe neglect, and poverty-empowering them to thrive in their communities.