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Behavioral Health Therapist - Youth and Adults

BJC
Posted a month ago, valid for 24 days
Location

Florissant, MO 63031, US

Salary

$52,083 - $84,822 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible Spending Account
Sign On Bonus

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  • The Behavioral Health Therapist position at BJC Behavioral Health requires 2-5 years of experience and offers a salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, along with up to a $2300 sign-on bonus.
  • The role involves providing therapy to both adults and youth, with a focus on mental and emotional disorders, in a hybrid work environment of 2 days remote and 3 days in the facility.
  • Candidates must hold a Master's Degree in Social Services or a related field and be fully or provisionally licensed in Missouri as LPC/PLPC or LMSW/LCSW.
  • The position is part of a collaborative team of 24 therapists and includes responsibilities such as updating treatment plans and conducting client intakes.
  • BJC offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans, effective from the first day of the month after the hire date.
Additional Information About the Role

  • Up to a $2300 Sign On Bonus
  • Shift information: 8 am – 5 pm (Monday - Friday) but with the possibility of some after hour appointments as needed based on client demand
  • Types of clients: Therapist will work with a mix of both Adults and Youth 
  • Team dynamic: The Therapy department is currently made up of 24 Therapists, a Therapy Supervisor, a Scheduler, and a Therapy Manager
  • Location:  North County Facility - Graham Road in Florissant, MO.
  • Hybrid Work Schedule:  2 days remote telehealth and 3 days in the Facility
  • Ideal Skill Set:  Therapy experience and trained in an evidence-based practices like CBT, DBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, EMDR, etc.
  • MUST HAVE Compassion for working with both Youth and Adults to help them better their life, flexible, able to document timely, ability to adapt to change, willing to work in a team setting
  • Job responsibilities:  This position will provide Therapy to both Adults and Youth and the severity of issues clients have will vary in type and acuity
  • Must be Fully or Provisionally licensed in MO. (LPC/PLPC or LMSW/LCSW) only

Overview

BJC Behavioral Health is a community health center that provides and coordinates behavioral health services for more than 8,000 seriously mentally ill adults and seriously emotionally disturbed children in St. Louis City, St. Louis County, St. François, Iron and Washington counties.  As an Administrative Agent of the Missouri Department of Mental Health (DMH), BJC Behavioral Health serves as a major point of entry for people eligible for mental health services funded by DMH and is responsible for serving as gatekeeper to the public mental health system.  

 


Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

The Behavioral Health Therapist works with individuals, families, and groups to address and treat mental & emotional disorders, and to promote optimal mental health.

 

Responsibilities

  • Provides individual, and in some cases, family therapy to active clients.
  • Updates the treatment plan to reflect therapy goals. Collaborates with other professionals regarding client participation level, progress, and setbacks.
  • Completes intakes for individuals requesting services at BJC, assessing their eligibility based on symptomology, treatment history, and current needs.
  • Develops and facilitates education for clients.
  • Minimum Requirements

    Education

  • Master's Degree
  • - Social Services/related

    Experience

  • 2-5 years
  • Supervisor Experience

  • No Experience
  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Valid Driver's License
  • LCSW or LPC
  • Preferred Requirements

    Experience

  • 5-10 years

  • Benefits and Legal Statement

    BJC Total Rewards

    At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

    • Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
    • Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
    • Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan funded by BJC
    • 401(k) plan with BJC match
    • Tuition Assistance available on first day
    • BJC Institute for Learning and Development
    • Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
    • Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
    • Adoption assistance

    To learn more, go to www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits

    *Not all benefits apply to all jobs

    The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer

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