Associate Mental Health Therapist - Northgate

Associate Mental Health Therapist - Northgate at Light Heart Mental Health, Light Heart Mental Health summary:

The Associate Mental Health Therapist provides culturally sensitive outpatient individual and family therapy, crisis planning, and collaborative care within a supportive clinical team. This role supports therapists in early career stages through supervision and professional development to foster growth and licensure. The position is focused on improving access to mental health care, delivering personalized treatment, and contributing to a multidisciplinary network dedicated to client well-being.

Join us at Lightheart Mental Health , a member of Transformations Care Network (TCN), as we embark on an exciting journey to empower Associate Mental Health Therapists like you to make a difference in the field of behavioral health. We are committed to improving access to mental health care in our communities which means we are committed to being a great place to be a therapist.

As a Therapist on our team, you will experience an environment where both you and your clients can thrive. Emerging, early career therapists appreciate a collaborative environment, where they are supported by a clinical team that prioritizes growth and development as they work to gain licensure. Our clinics provide a supportive space to practice therapeutic interventions and develop skills that impact our diverse local community.

Licensed Therapists appreciate the ability to practice in a sustainable and personalized way, with the support of a clinical and administrative team. Leadership and supervision opportunities allow our Therapists to build a career that works for them while guiding the next generation of mental health providers.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct culturally sensitive, strength-based assessments for new clients and families, creating a welcoming and understanding environment for diverse backgrounds.
• Provide tailored outpatient individual and family therapy based on the unique needs and circumstances of each client, fostering a path to healing and resilience.
• Develop comprehensive crisis plans, safety plans, relapse prevention plans, and wellness plans, supporting the maintenance of stable functioning and empowering clients in their mental health journey.
• Actively participate in case consultations, agency meetings, and discharge planning, contributing your expertise to enhance client care.
• Ensure timely completion of billing, documentation, individualized treatment plans, and insurance authorization forms, upholding the highest standards of professional responsibility.
• Engage in collaborative care with our team of psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, dietitians, administrative staff, and fellow therapists, to provide a holistic approach to mental health care.

Qualifications:

• Possess a Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related field. Candidates who have completed their education and have applied for or will apply for licensure can be considered.
• Passionate about mental health and committed to providing high-quality care.
• Dedicated to ongoing professional development in mental health including free supervision and continuing education.
• Eager to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance client care.
• Strong commitment to ethical practice and maintaining confidentiality.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build rapport with clients and families.
• Ability to manage time effectively and complete documentation and administrative tasks efficiently.

Explore the Advantages of Joining Our Team:

• Enjoy competitive compensation and a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, low-cost virtual care, dependent and domestic partner coverage, 401K, and more, designed to support your well-being and financial security.
• Immerse yourself in a community united by a deep commitment to enhance mental health and revolutionize the care that clients receive.
• Embrace a journey of growth and development through continuous learning, guided by seasoned professionals, fostering your career growth in a nurturing environment.
• Play a pivotal role in reshaping how mental health…