Brightli·Independence, Missouri
Provide individual, family, and group therapy to a caseload of clients struggling with mental health and substance abuse. Responsibilities include conducting psychosocial assessments, treatment planning, and coordinating care through multidisciplinary team meetings.
Job Title: Licensed Clinical Therapist - Outpatient Services Location: Kansas City / Independence, Missouri Department: Outpatient Services Employment Type: Full-time Job Summary: Are you a passionate and dedicated therapist looking to make a positive impact in the lives of individuals with mental health and substance abuse issues? Do you want to work in a supportive and dynamic environment where you can grow your skills and advance your career? Join our team at Burrell / Comprehensive as a Licensed Clinical Therapist in our Outpatient Services program! As a Licensed Clinical Therapist, you'll provide ongoing individual and group counseling, as well as group education, to assigned populations. You'll also provide crisis intervention, case management, treatment planning, and psychosocial assessments. Our ideal candidate is passionate about mental health and addiction treatment, has experience in counseling and group facilitation, and possesses strong clinical and communication skills. Kansas City and Independence, Missouri offer a high quality of life, with vibrant communities and plenty of recreational opportunities. Join us in making a difference in the lives of those struggling with mental health and substance abuse issues, and advancing your career! This position offers… Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce Additional Perks & Benefits - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more Key Responsibilities: Provide therapy to an assigned caseload of clients, including individual, family, and group services Appropriately document all clinical/program activities according to quality standards Conduct treatment planning and reviews for assigned clients in a timely and clinically appropriate manner Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to coordinate service delivery Coordinate and monitor group counseling and group education activities for program participants Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications: Master's Degree in Counseling or Social Work Minimum of 2 years of experience preferred Current Missouri License as: PLPC, LPC, LMFT, LMSW, LCSW, PhD, or PsyD Position Perks & Benefits: Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness. Brightli is on a Mission: A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients. As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.
Requires a Master's Degree in Counseling or Social Work and a current Missouri license (e.g., LPC, LCSW, LMFT). A minimum of 2 years of experience is preferred.
Market context
Behavioral health roles in Missouri often draw steady demand, especially for licensed counselors who can support adults, children, and adolescents across varied care settings. These positions are competitive because employers typically want fully licensed LPCs with broad population experience, and benefits such as health, dental, vision, parental leave, and flexible schedules can influence candidate interest. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your Missouri LPC status and highlight direct experience with all three age groups in your application.
