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Mental Health Therapist/Counselor

Catholic Charities and Careers
Des Moines, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/3/2026
Description:

Are you looking to make a real difference in the lives of others? Join the Catholic Charities team! For the last 100 years, we have had the distinct honor to provide help and hope for those in need. At Catholic Charities, our mission is to empower individuals and strengthen families. We do this through our vital programs including a food pantry, counseling services, emergency family shelter, domestic violence and sexual assault programming and refugee resettlement. We care for the dignity of the person, regardless of background and strive to provide unparalleled support for those in need.

The Catholic Charities’ Counseling program provides professional therapy services for those who are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression and trauma. Our therapists provide excellent insight and support needed to manage life’s problems in a more productive way.

We are currently looking for a therapist to provide outpatient mental health therapeutic services to individuals, couples and families in our community. This position will work in-office and also provide tele-therapy. You can be a part of the solution for those in need of mental health services by joining the Catholic Charities’ Counseling program.

We Offer

  • Competitive pay
  • 35-hour workweek
  • Generous vacation and sick pay
  • 14 paid holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flex Spending Plans
  • Employer-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching
  • A supportive and uplifting working environment

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide quality mental health counseling services in a confidential, caring a supportive environment including doing initial assessments for new clients to gather diagnostic information, set goals and create effective treatment plans.
  • Perform all necessary record keeping required utilizing Electronic Health Records (EHR) system and maintaining integrity of client records, reports and other documentations.
  • Collaborate with other organizations to provide needed services, education and outreach in our communities.
  • Provide services in new and current professional practices based on licensure and needs of Catholic Charities in support of our accreditation process.
Requirements:
  • Passion to make a difference and support those in need.
  • Master's degree from accredited social work, mental health counseling, or marriage and family therapy program.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) preferred. Licensure supervision for LMSWs and LMHC-Ts.
  • Ability to work in a positive and cooperative fashion.
  • Familiarity with video conference and tele-therapy systems.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Electronic Health Records (EHR).

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