Outpatient Mental Health Therapist

Reports to: Program Director

FLSA Status: Exempt

Asteroid Health is a thriving start-up offering mental health services in the Newton, MA area.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Outpatient Mental Health Therapist to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in behavioral health and be skilled in various therapeutic modalities. This role involves but is not limited to, providing high-quality mental health services, including psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and grief counseling to individuals and families.

Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? Do you believe in the power of being understanding, compassionate, and supportive? If so, we want YOU to join our dynamic team at Asteroid Health.

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to determine clients' mental health needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on clinical best practices.
• Provide psychotherapy and counseling services to individuals, families, and groups.
• Utilize crisis intervention techniques to support clients in acute distress.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation. Ensuring documentation is timely.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care for clients.
• Provide support and resources for additional community services as appropriate and necessary.
• Stay informed about developments in the field of behavioral health to ensure the application of evidence-based practices.
• Work with client's from intake to discharge
• Maintain a reasonable caseload.

• Proficient in medical records management.
• Strong understanding of behavioral health principles and practices.
• Experience working in the field of mental health. Preferably partial-care/ psychiatric day treatment.
• Crisis intervention skills with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Knowledge of various psychotherapy techniques tailored to diverse populations.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, for effective workplace and client interaction.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and the companies mission.

Master's Degree in a Behavioral Health Related field.

• License in social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy, or substance use, (i.e. LICSW, LMHC, LMFT, and/ or similar licensure)
• 2 years experience at minimum required in the field
• DSM experience and knowledge
• Demonstrated computer and communication proficiency
• Team player
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Flexibility
• Supportive and inclusive team
• 401K

Job Types: Full-time

Ability to Commute:

• Newton, MA 02462 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Newton, MA 02462:
  Relocate before starting work (Required)

Apply today and join us in making a difference!