Mental Health Therapist Job Description
New Harvest Therapy Services is excited to announce a career opportunity for a dedicated and skilled Mental Health Therapist in the fields of Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Social Work (LCSW), or Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). Pre-licensed candidates will also be considered based on experience. This position is designed for professionals seeking to foster therapeutic change in a flexible, dynamic work environment. Our organization prioritizes the mental well-being of our clients through evidence-based approaches and comprehensive treatment planning tailored to individual needs.
This role offers a Full-Time schedule with the option for a Work-From-Home (WFH) setup, providing considerable flexibility to accommodate personal and professional demands. As a Mental Health Therapist at New Harvest Therapy Services, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our clients' lives, helping them to improve mental health and overall well-being.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Evaluate clients through detailed conversations, interviews, and observations to determine the appropriate testing or examination.
- Develop effective treatment plans that detail the client's needs, goals, and the therapeutic strategies implemented.
- Provide individual, family, and couples psychotherapy using evidence-based methodologies tailored to client need.
- Complete comprehensive client diagnoses and collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure integrated care delivery.
- Facilitate group therapy sessions that focus on specific therapeutic goals and client needs.
- Support clients through crisis management situations by providing direct intervention and coordinating with other health services.
- Maintain accurate and timely client records through our electronic medical records system, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with all legal and professional standards.
- Engage in continuous professional development to stay current with best practices in mental health therapy.
- Conduct psychoeducational activities to enhance the understanding of mental health issues within the community.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to the multi-disciplinary team by sharing expertise and insights.
Requirements
- Master's or doctoral degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related mental health field.
- Valid and current state license as a Psychologist, LMFT, LCSW, or LMHC.
- Pre-licensed candidates will also be considered based on experience.
- Minimum of two years' clinical experience, including internships or supervised placements.
- Must possess exceptional clinical skills, including assessment, intervention, and therapy.
- Provide individual/evidence-based psychotherapy, assessment, treatment, discharge, and safety planning, and documentation.
- Complete client diagnosis and treatment plans.
- Completes initial client intakes which includes client history, a mental status exam, presenting problems, and treatment plan.
- Complete all documentation collaboratively in the electronic medical records system.
- Strong ability to work independently, maintain professionalism, and support a holistic approach to psychological therapy.
- Skilled in time management, flexibility, effective communication, and maintaining confidentiality.
- Experience in crisis intervention and ability to handle high-pressure situations.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and training.