Mental Health Therapist -LAC, LMSW

We don’t just have a mission statement…we have a mission.

At Life Strategies Counseling, Inc. (LSCI), our commitment to optimal mental health and steadfast support isn’t just for our clients; it extends to every team member.

Life Strategies Counseling (LSCI) realizes that the strength of our practice lies in our exceptional staff. We support our clinicians in building a thriving and profitable caseload upon a culture of values of innovation, professionalism, and healthy work/life balance.

We seek mental health therapists (LAC, LMSW) for full-time positions in Paragould, AR.

Compensation:

• The salary range for this position is $52,400 to $91,800 per year. The role is also eligible to receive bonuses based on performance. Pay is based on several factors, including but not limited to education, work experience, licensure/certifications, scheduled clinical hours, etc.

Requirements:

• Must have either an LAC or LMSW
• Must be willing to work with children and adolescents in a school-based environment
• Experience providing direct psychotherapy services to individuals and families
• Solid computer and basic technology skills
• Self-motivated and independent therapists able to quickly build rapport with clients

Advantages:

• Paid holidays
• Paid orientation
• Health/Dental/Vision/401k with employer contribution & additional elective insurance
• Paid time off
• Additional advantages include student loan paydown plan, EAP services at no cost, professional development/CEUs

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Evaluate the mental needs of clients based on review of client information
• Modifies treatment activities and approaches as needed to comply with changes in client status
• Refers patients, clients, or family members to community resources or specialists, as necessary; Provides case consultation and in-service training, as needed
• Plans and administers treatment such as behavior modification and stress management therapy to assist patients in controlling disorders and other problems
• Delegates and oversees work assignments of MHPPs, as assigned. Provides direct supervision of MHPPs at least weekly or more often as needed; also observes and evaluates the performance of MHPPs at least monthly, as assigned
• Must conduct face-to-face contact with each assigned MHPP for clinical supervision at least every 14 days and 12 contacts every 90 days
• Must conduct home visits at least once per month, required visits in the office, schools, and other facilities as necessary to ensure Home and community-based client care

About Life Strategies Counseling (LSCI)

LSCI provides outpatient counseling and psychiatric services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and group psychotherapy in a warm, safe, and supportive environment. Services are offered for a wide variety of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, stress, childhood abuse and trauma, family and relationship issues, grief, loss, and addiction recovery.

LSCI is a proud member of the Refresh Mental Health network. Refresh provides outstanding operational support, infrastructure, and resources to allow clinicians to focus on what they do best-providing exemplary care to clients. This partnership offers additional resources and operations support while maintaining our local identity and leadership.

LSCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values a diverse workplace. We are committed to building a team that includes all people, including those of the LGBTQIA communities, members of all ethical groups, people with disabilities and medical conditions, foreign-born residents, and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Refresh is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration.

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