Behavioral Health Therapist - Independence Center

Additional Information

About the Role

Shift - Monday through Thursday 830 am-5 pm & Friday 8 am- 2 pm This position is a full time therapist in a small office with psychiatry and therapy Working with Adults only ages 18 and older Team dynamic: We have 2 Therapists , plus Nurse Practitioners, RNs, LPNs and Psychiatrists currently that are part of the Independence Center Clinic-which is in the lower level of Independence Center and they will conduct 1:1 sessions and possible group sessions Location: BJC Independence Center (on-site only) Ideal Skill Set: Preference would be to have Therapy experience and trained in an evidence-based practice like CBT, DBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, EMDR, etc. Compassion for working with Adults to help them better their life, flexible, able to document timely, ability to adapt to change, willing to work in a team setting is a MUST Job responsibilities: This position will provide Therapy to Adult clients. The severity of issues that clients will have, will vary in type and acuity – we work with serious and persistent mental illness

Overview

• BJC Behavioral Health is a community health center that provides and coordinates behavioral health services for more than 8,000 seriously mentally ill adults and seriously emotionally disturbed children in St.
• Louis City, St.
• Louis County, St.
• François, Iron and Washington counties.
• As an Administrative Agent of the Missouri Department of Mental Health (DMH), BJC Behavioral Health serves as a major point of entry for people eligible for mental health services funded by DMH and is responsible for serving as gatekeeper to the public mental health system.

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose The Behavioral Health Therapist works with individuals, families, and groups to address and treat mental & emotional disorders, and to promote optimal mental health.

Responsibilities

• Provides individual, and in some cases, family therapy to active clients. Updates the treatment plan to reflect therapy goals. Collaborates with other professionals regarding client participation level, progress, and setbacks. Completes intakes for individuals requesting services at BJC, assessing their eligibility based on symptomology, treatment history, and current needs. Develops and facilitates education for clients. Minimum Requirements Education Master's Degree
• Social Services/related Experience 2-5 years Supervisor Experience No Experience Licenses & Certifications Valid Driver's License LCSW/LPC/LMFT/Equiv Preferred Requirements Experience 5-10 years