Job Description
Brown & Williams LCSW Psychotherapy is excited to announce an opening for a Mental Health Therapist. This position offers a unique opportunity for a skilled therapist to join our dedicated team of mental health professionals on a Contract. The role is designed to be flexible, accommodating a WFH (Work From Home) arrangement to facilitate a balanced approach to both professional responsibilities and personal wellbeing. CLINICAL SUPERVISION PROVIDED.
At Brown & Williams, we are committed to providing exceptional care and support to our clients through innovative and thoughtful therapeutic practices. The successful candidate will be part of a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and development while making a significant impact in the lives of our clients.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct initial psychological assessments and evaluate client needs and concerns.
- Develop and implement tailored treatment plans based on comprehensive diagnostic evaluations.
- Provide continued therapy and counseling sessions individually or in group settings.
- Regularly review and adjust treatment plans to meet the evolving needs of clients.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to optimize treatment approaches and client wellbeing.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of treatment and client progress.
- Identify and incorporate new evidence-based techniques suitable for client care and treatment outcomes.
- Assist clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with their issues and achieving personal goals.
- Educate and facilitate family or significant others of clients in understanding and supporting the clients' therapeutic journeys.
- Adhere to all professional and ethical guidelines as outlined by relevant regulatory bodies and our clinic's standards.
- Participate in regular peer consultations, workshops, and continuous education efforts to stay updated with the latest in mental health interventions.
- Provide crisis intervention as needed.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling, Social Work, or a related field.
- Valid and active state license to practice as a Mental Health Therapist or equivalent credentials.
- Proven experience in providing mental health therapy in a clinical setting.
- Strong understanding of the DSM-5 and familiarity with common mental health disorders and their treatments.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrable skills in establishing rapport and effectively engaging clients across a wide array of socio-economic and cultural backgrounds.
- Ability to work flexibly and independently in a WFH setting without compromising on service quality.
- Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Commitment to ethical practice and continued professional development.
- Skilled in crisis intervention and emergency management.
- Sensitivity and adaptability to diverse client needs, including age, cultural, and linguistic diversity.
- Capacity to handle sensitive information confidentially and with discretion.
- Willingness to learn and develop as a clinician.
