Provisionally/Licensed Office Based Therapist--Kansas City MO

Job Description

Job Description

JOIN THE LFCS TEAM!

LFCS of MO is expanding our Behavioral Health services into Kansas City! Come join the LFCS Team and work for one of the largest and most well respected non-profit organizations in the state of Missouri! We take pride in our 150 year history and our mission of empowering children and families to overcome challenges today so they can build a better tomorrow.

If you want to spend your work life doing something meaningful and making a difference, this is the place for you! Be an integral part of the LFCS expansion into Kansas City, serving Jackson County.

WHY IS LFCS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK?

We offer work / life balance, a friendly and energetic atmosphere, competitive salary, comprehensive medical plans, a 401(K) match, a hybrid work environment for most positions and paid holidays, vacation and personal days.

We are a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program!

LFCS is seeking compassionate professionals to provide effective counseling / therapy services to individuals and families who seek help for mental health related concerns.

The position will primarily serve children, youth and families in an office setting in the Kansas City (Jackson County), MO area.

A successful candidate for this role will be a self-starter who has experience with outreach and networking to recruit referrals and establish and strengthen community partnerships.

The schedule for this position requires a minimum of 3 to 4 evenings per week.

Responsibilities :

• Provide effective counseling / therapy to clients including case coordination and crisis intervention as needed.
• Participate in outreach and community networking recruitment efforts.
• Maintain accurate and complete client records.
• Continue professional growth.
• Participate in peer consultation.
• Collaborate with community networks as needed for client services and program development.
• Maintain the highest levels of standards of ethics and confidentiality.
• Serve on department and agency committees or work groups as needed.

Minimum Education and Experience :

Master's degree in a mental health related field.

Provisional Therapist : -Must either

1) Have an MSW and pass the LMSW exam and obtain board approval for LMSW license within 90 days of employment OR

2) Be provisionally licensed and obtaining supervision toward licensure as a professional counselor, clinical social worker or marriage and Family therapist in the State of Missouri.

Licensed Therapist : - Must be professionally licensed in the state of Missouri as a professional counselor, clinical social worker or marriage and family therapist.

LPC, LCSW or LMFT) 3 years of social services experience.

Knowledge and Skills :

Knowledge of counseling theories and practices, therapeutic models and interventions for use with children and youth. Knowledge of mental health assessment and treatment planning.

Knowledge of ethical standards and legal regulations. Knowledge of community resources. Effective professional therapeutic skills.

Crisis intervention skills. Ability to function as an effective team member. Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to maintain accurate and complete client records. Computer skills and time management.

WE ARE A ST. LOUIS BEST PLACE TO WORK !

Lutheran Family and Children's Services (LFCS) was recognized as one of the "Best Places to Work" by the St. Louis Business Journal's annual awards program for 2024! We were selected through feedback from our own employees, based on our commitment to healthy work / life balance, competitive pay and benefits and a supportive and positive work environment.

Come see for yourself why our staff feel such a strong dedication to our mission!

Please apply at : https : / / lfcsmo.org /

We are an equal opportunity employer. All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, pregnancy, creed, genetic information, gender identity, status as protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

In addition to federal law requirements, LFCS complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.