ProMedica·Monroe, Louisiana
Provide outpatient mental health and substance abuse counseling, including the development and monthly review of patient treatment plans. Perform crisis interventions and collaborate with community referral sources to ensure coordinated care delivery.
Weekly Hours: 40
Status: Full time
Shift: Days (United States of America)
As the Outpatient Behavioral Therapist, you will provide outpatient mental health/substance abuse counseling, therapy, and Employee Assistance Services. You will assess the patient’s emotional, social, and psychological needs and determine appropriate interventions.
You will develop a treatment plan incorporating the patient’s identified needs and review the plan monthly to meet the ongoing mental health needs of the patient. You will provide crisis intervention and collaborate with other health care providers to assure coordinated care delivery and positive outcomes.
You will develop and maintain a network of referral sources in the community including mental health, substance abuse, medical, social, financial, and legal resources.
The above summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It should not be considered exhaustive.
We provide flexible benefits that include compensation and programs to help you take care of your family, your finances and your personal well-being. It’s what makes us one of the best places to work, and helps our employees live and work to their fullest potential.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a job with ProMedica, please contact employment@promedica.org [employment@promedica.org]
Market context
Behavioral-health roles in Louisiana are often driven by ongoing demand for licensed clinicians who can support individuals with serious mental illness in community and outpatient settings. These positions can be competitive because employers typically look for active Louisiana licensure, at least two years of relevant experience, and a valid driver's license, while benefits such as dental, vision, paid holidays, sick leave, and an employee assistance program may help offset the workload. Before applying, confirm your licensure status and driver’s license are current, and note that the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time.
