What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Therapist position at COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER OF LUBBOCK INC?
The Mental Health Therapist provides comprehensive mental health services to individuals referred by internal primary care providers and external sources, promoting optimal mental and emotional well-being through a collaborative, clinical team approach.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work with individuals referred by internal primary care providers as well as external sources to promote optimum mental and emotional health.
- Engage in a clinical team approach to screen, assess, diagnose, and treat co-occurring disorders that are discovered or suspected during medical services.
- Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions tailored to individual client needs, addressing a range of mental health and substance use disorders.
- Collaborate with the clinical team (including physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals) to develop and implement integrated treatment plans.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in accordance with established procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Participate in case consultations and team meetings to ensure coordinated and effective care.
- Stay current with best practices and advancements in mental health and substance use treatment.
- Contribute to a positive and supportive work environment.
Education: Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Educational Psychology, or related field.
Licensure: Current license to practice as Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Texas.
Experience: Three years’ experience in mental health and substance use services preferred. Experience in clinical team approach to treatment of mental health and substance use conditions.
Language: English; bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
Travel: May require travel from one site to another; valid Texas drivers’ license and current auto insurance required; must have reliable and safe transportation.
Hours of Work: 8am-5pm M-F with some weekend/evening work. Hours may vary based on needs.
BENEFITS
Our staff enjoy a competitive compensation package, which includes the following benefits:
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Holiday Pay
- Paid Time Off Bank
- Company Paid Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Company Paid Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- 162 Bonus Plan
- Loan Repayment
- Employee Assistance Program and Emotional Health Support Line
- Extended Medical Leave
- Bereavement Leave
- Legal Insurance
- Gym Membership
- Professional Liability Insurance
- Workers’ Compensation Insurance
- Incentive Program
- LPC Supervision Provided
CHCL's mission is to provide quality primary and preventative health care services to those in need. If you are aligned with CHCL's mission and love working in a fast-paced clinic setting, please apply today.
CHCL is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $49,500 - $68,900