What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outpatient Therapist position at Ridgeview Behavioral Health Services?
RIDGEVIEW, a not-for-profit community mental health center, has an immediate opening for a social work or counseling Outpatient Therapist at our Oak Ridge, TN, location. This position is perfect for an early career therapist wanting to gain experience across a broad population range and receive supervision for LCSW or LPC-MHSP licensure.
Ridgeview has been named a 2025 Top Workplace by Knoxville News Sentinel, which is a testament to our staff who unite behind the idea of One Ridgeview. Ridgeview is a place where staff want to work, a place where staff are valued and appreciated, and a place where staff are proud of the impact they are making toward the improvement of people's lives. At Ridgeview, our real job satisfaction is derived from co-workers, clients, and the realization that we are part of carrying out Ridgeview's mission.
HOPE | HEALING | RECOVERY
"Where life's complexities are met with hope"
REQUIREMENTS
Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or counseling.
JOB DUTIES
Responsible for the delivery of outpatient clinical services consisting of assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, including psychotherapy and consultation with other disciplines.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL
- Facilitate the awareness, growth, and psychological development of the client
- Build rapport with the client through empathic listening, caring, and warmth
- Be authentic, genuine, and transparent
- Play a significant role of resolving serious issues and conflicts within the family
- Encourage and motivate individuals to tackle their mental health and behavioral problems effectively
- Provide a safe environment and establish a warm, comfortable therapeutic culture
- Work toward licensure as LCSW, LPC-MHSP, or LMFT if not already licensed
BENEFITS
Ridgeview offers a full line of benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Long-Term Disability, Holiday Pay, Vacation and Sick Leave, Life Insurance and Wellness Plan. Ridgeview is an approved National Health Service Corp site. Student loan repayment for qualified behavioral health and primary health care providers is available including LCSW, LPC-MHSP, and LMFT.
Ridgeview is an equal opportunity employer. Ridgeview conducts Background Checks, Motor Vehicle Records, License/Degree Verification, and Drug Screens at hire. Employment is contingent upon clean drug screen, background check and driving record.
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