UnityPoint Health·Cedar Falls, Iowa
The therapist is responsible for providing individual, couple, family, and group mental health services to meet patient needs. They also complete case management, documentation, and crisis intervention tasks while coordinating with referral agencies.
Responsible for providing individual, couple, family and group services to meet patient and their family/significant others’ social and emotional needs. Completes case management and documentation tasks in a competent manner, within established timelines. Maintains discipline specific professional and ethical standards. Provides a systems approach to address patient needs. Demonstrates initiative to improve quality and customer service by striving to exceed customer expectations. Processes referrals in a prompt, thorough manner. Interviews patients, families, and community agencies representatives to obtain a comprehensive mental health evaluation and makes appropriate treatment recommendations. Works cooperatively with referral agencies in coordinating services. Facilitate support groups for behavioral health as needed. Provides crisis intervention services and behavior management training as needed. Exercise independent judgment in diagnostic assessment and treatment planning. Demonstrates the ability to meet the department work schedule. Maintains established productivity and patient care standards. Maintain compliance with CLIA, OSHA, Safety and Risk Management guidelines. Perform other duties as requested by Clinic Administrator to facilitate the smooth and effective operations of the office.
Master’s degree in Counseling from an accredited school Licensed as a Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the appropriate state to practice Iowa RCP license RRT credentials ACLS Mandatory Reporter certification. A minimum of two years previous counseling experience in Behavioral Health. Good communication skills, Knowledge and experience in good interviewing techniques. Ability to understand medical terminology and communicate effectively with persons of diverse backgrounds, age, disabilities, and education levels required. Must be able to communicate effectively with people of diverse professional, educations, and lifestyle backgrounds. .
Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in Counseling and be licensed as an LMHC or LMFT in Iowa. A minimum of two years of previous counseling experience in behavioral health is required.
Market context
Behavioral-health positions in Iowa are often driven by ongoing demand for psychiatric and mental health services across outpatient, inpatient, and community settings. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for advanced practice credentials, current licensure, and certifications such as DEA, BLS, and ACLS; this posting also includes benefits like medical, dental, vision, PTO, and a sign-on bonus. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your PMHNP certification and Iowa license before applying.