Job Description:

Job Title: Therapist

Location: Columbia, MO or Remote

Department: Outpatient Services

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

We are considering both in or out of state candidates for this role. Become a catalyst for positive change by joining our team as a Therapist. In this pivotal role, you will have the opportunity to make a profound impact on individuals, families, and couples as they navigate various mental health challenges. We seek a compassionate and highly skilled professional who is dedicated to providing exceptional therapeutic services within their scope of practice. Your expertise in counseling, psychotherapy, and evidence-based interventions will be invaluable in assessing, diagnosing, and treating clients based on their unique needs.

As a Therapist, you will conduct comprehensive assessments, formulate individualized treatment plans, and utilize evidence-based techniques to help clients develop coping strategies, improve relationships, and enhance overall well-being. Your commitment to fostering a supportive and nurturing environment will be instrumental in guiding clients on their journey towards healing and personal growth.

The Therapist position offers…

All-Inclusive Employee Benefits PackageTelemedicine – 24/7 phone, web, or mobile app medical, behavioral health, & dermatology visitsEmployee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no costPaid Time Off - 29 days per year including vacation & holiday payEducational Leave – 24 hours of PTO for CE's after 12 months of employmentFree Licensure Supervision - for PLPC, LMSW, PLMFTWorkplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee well-being, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagementRetirement options

Key Responsibilities:

Provide individual, group, family, and practical counseling tailored to client needsComplete intake/screening and comprehensive assessment processes per standardsDetermine and document diagnoses based on comprehensive assessmentsDevelop individualized, evolving treatment plans aligned with regulatory standardsParticipate in clinical staffing/treatment meetings, providing case feedbackEnsure authorized services are approved and adequate information is provided promptlyDocument services accurately and within appropriate timeframesAssist clients through transition processes and complete final documentationComplete all mandatory training per regulatory and agency standardsRepresent the agency professionally within the communityMaintain positive relationships with referral sources, clients, and coworkersHandle crisis situations and coordinate emergency services as neededProvide professional/clinical supervision to individuals in trainingFacilitate group counseling, education, family therapy, and individual sessionsProvide training and guidance on clinical issues and evidence-based practicesOffer clinical consultation to treatment team members as necessaryDemonstrate commitment to the company's long-term and short-term goals

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related fieldLicensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)Willingness to become licensed in additional statesComfortable providing telehealth services (training provided)

Additional Qualifications:

Training and expertise in diagnostic criteria for substance use and mental health disordersThorough knowledge of caseload management, rehabilitation methods, and treatment principlesDetailed understanding of challenges faced by individuals with mental health/substance use disordersKnowledge of methods, modalities, legal requirements, and court procedures related to treatmentExpertise in supervisory and training techniques for mental health/substance use disorder settingsAbility to develop, coordinate, and evaluate services within assigned programsProficient in reading, interpreting documents, and writing reportsEffective verbal and written communication skillsAbility to establish effective relationships via telephone/telehealth and in-personAbility to follow directions and accept supervision

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are passionate about empowering your local communities and promoting health equity, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization that is committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive and authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.

Burrell is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.