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Job Summary:

Responsible for providing therapeutic services to individuals, families, and groups in an outpatient behavioral health setting. The Outpatient Therapist conducts clinical assessments, develops individualized treatment plans, and delivers evidence-based interventions to support patients coping with mental health, emotional, or psychosocial challenges. This role collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to promote recovery, well-being, and continuity of care.

Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes

Essential Functions
-Provide direct outpatient therapy services to patients using approved clinical methods and therapeutic approaches.
-Conduct psychosocial assessments and diagnostic evaluations to develop individualized treatment plans.
-Deliver individual, group, and/or family therapy based on clinical needs and patient goals.
-Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to ensure effective outcomes.
-Collaborate with psychiatrists, nurses, case managers, and other care providers to coordinate treatment and referrals.
-Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.
-Participate in clinical team meetings, case consultations, and care planning activities.
-Educate patients and families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies.
-Comply with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding patient care and privacy (e.g., HIPAA, licensing standards).

Qualifications:

Education:

Master's Degree Social Work required or Master's Degree Counseling required or Master's Degree Psychology required or Master's Degree Related Field of Study required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Experience:

Experience in behavioral health or social work, preferably in an outpatient or acute care setting 2-3 years required and Experience with treatment planning, risk assessment, and crisis intervention 2-3 years required and Prior work with diverse populations and co-occurring mental health or substance use conditions 1-2 years preferred

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of clinical assessment tools, diagnostic criteria (DSM-5), and therapeutic interventions.

• Skilled in establishing therapeutic rapport and maintaining professional boundaries.

• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a multidisciplinary team.

• Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills.

• Culturally competent and sensitive to the needs of diverse populations.

• Additional Job Details (if applicable)Physical Requirements

• Standing Occasionally (3-33%)

• Walking Occasionally (3-33%)

• Sitting Constantly (67-100%)

• Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs

• Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs

• Pushing Rarely (Less than 2%)

• Pulling Rarely (Less than 2%)

• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)

• Balancing Occasionally (3-33%)

• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)

• Kneeling Rarely (Less than 2%)

• Crouching Rarely (Less than 2%)

• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)

• Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)

• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)

• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)

• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)

• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)

• Vision

• Far Constantly (67-100%)

• Vision

• Near Constantly (67-100%)

• Talking Constantly (67-100%)

• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type
Onsite

Work Location
115 Mill Street

Pay Range
$58,136.00 - $84,656.00/Annual

Grade
6

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