Outpatient Clinician

Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness (WPHW) is growing, and we are excited to be adding new people to our team!  If you value inclusivity, balance, and cultural centeredness and have a true passion for serving others, you may be a great fit for our team!  WPHW is a non-profit organization that serves four federally recognized tribes located in five communities:  the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians, the Aroostook Band of Mi'kmaq, the Passamaquoddy Tribe at Indian Township, the Passamaquoddy Tribe at Pleasant Point, and the Penobscot Nation.  Wabanaki traditions, language, and culture guide our approach and describe the ways we live in harmony with each other and the land we collectively share.  Services are available to community members living on and off-reservation across the State of Maine.

Position Summary:

The Outpatient Behavioral Health Therapist provides individual, family, and/or group therapy to clients experiencing mental health, emotional and co-occurring substance use challenges. This role involves assessment, treatment planning, evidence-based interventions, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams in an outpatient setting. This will be a part-time position (10-16 hours a week) and will be based in Millinocket at the healing lodge. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and ongoing annual assessments
  
• Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans.
• Provide individual, family, and group psychotherapy using evidence-based practices.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation.
• Monitor client progress and adjust treatment as clinically indicated.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, primary care providers, case managers, and other team members.
• Provide crisis intervention, safety planning, and referrals when necessary.
• Educate clients and families on mental health conditions, coping strategies, and resources.
• Adhere to ethical standards, confidentiality requirements, and organizational policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Required:

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.
• Active or license-eligible status (e.g., LCSW, LCPC, LMFT, or equivalent) 
• Knowledge of evidence-based therapeutic modalities (e.g., CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care)
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and documentation skills
  
  

Education and Experience Preferred:

• Independent licensure –but may consider conditional license.
• 10 years plus experience in an outpatient behavioral health or community mental health setting.
• Experience working with Native Americans and diverse populations.
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs).
• Familiarity with HIN, Acentra.
  

Skills and Qualifications Required:

• Empathy and strong therapeutic rapport-building skills.
• Cultural humility and trauma-informed approach.
• Time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to have a flexible work schedule - This position may include daytime/evening hours. 
• 60/40 Billing Requirements.
• Summer Family Therapy Sessions 1 day a week mid-June through September.
  
• Must have a valid Maine license as well as access to reliable transportation. 
• Must pass criminal background check.

Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.