Therapist

Location: Polk Mental Health Clinic - Livingston, TX
Position Number: 188
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (after-hours work as needed)
Salary:

• $61,285 annually - Fully licensed

• $50,074 annually - Working toward licensure

Position Overview

Burke is seeking a dedicated Therapist to provide high-quality clinical services to children, adolescents, and adults. This role includes delivering advanced individual and group therapy, conducting diagnostic evaluations, developing treatment plans, and supporting emergency mental health assessments. The Therapist will also help monitor admission and discharge criteria, coordinate case management services, and collaborate with clinical leadership to support effective service delivery.

Additional responsibilities may include supervising multidisciplinary treatment teams, facilitating trainings, providing contract therapy, and reviewing clinical reports. Although based in Livingston, travel across a 11-county region may be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group therapy to youth and adults

• Complete diagnostic evaluations and develop comprehensive treatment plans

• Conduct Head Start assessments and support emergency/crisis assessments

• Monitor clinical admission and discharge criteria

• Authorize, coordinate, and maintain case management and intervention services

• Assist clinical coordinators with clinical service delivery

• Provide supervision and training to multidisciplinary team members as needed

• Review clinical documentation and reports

• Travel within the region as required

• Perform other duties as assigned by clinical leadership

Qualifications

Education

• Required: Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, or Counseling from an accredited college or university

Experience

• Preferred: One (1) year of full-time direct care experience with adults, families, children, or adolescents-preferably in a community mental health or medical setting

Licensure & Certifications

Required:

• LPC-Associate (LPC-A), LMFT-Associate (LMFTA), or LMSW working toward LCSW licensure in Texas

• Applicants awaiting eligibility to apply for licensure (pending supervision) will be considered

• Valid Texas driver's license

Preferred:

• LPC, LMFT, or LCSW with the State of Texas

Special Requirements

• Ability to complete SAMA, CPR, and First Aid training

• Driving record must be insurable under Burke's insurance administrator

Physical Requirements

• Ability to see, hear, speak, walk, and lift up to 25 pounds

• Hand and finger dexterity for documentation and essential tasks

• Ability to drive within the service region

Why Join Burke?

This role provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting individuals and families through compassionate, evidence-based care. Burke offers a collaborative environment, opportunities for professional growth, and support for clinicians working toward full licensure.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Burke is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, or disability unless such characteristics are bona fide occupational requirements.

Applicants must be able to provide proof of identity and employment authorization as part of the hiring process. Background and driving record checks will be conducted where applicable.

Salary : $50,074 - $61,285