Outpatient Psychotherapist

About Wellness Place and this position

Wellness Place is an established Behavioral Health Group with offices in Dawson Springs and Kuttawa, Kentucky. Wellness Place is a Christian organization that serves Christian and Non-Christian patients from a diverse background. Wellness Place has served patients and clients from a large area of Kentucky and who have a broad range of mental illnesses. Our group has patients available for a new clinician and is in the process of adding 2-3 additional programs/services that are expected to develop additional caseload. Wellness Place continues receiving referrals from community partners and agencies on a daily basis. Therefore, we are looking for psychotherapists to join our team in providing services to our underserved region of Western Kentucky.

Wellness Place's Kuttawa and Dawson Springs Office are National Health Service Corps Job Sites, allowing the successful applicant to apply for loan repayment in addition to clinician's pay.

Job Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Psychotherapist to join our dedicated team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in various therapeutic modalities and demonstrate a commitment to providing high-quality mental health care. This role involves working with diverse populations, including children, families, SMI/SED populations, and individuals facing various challenges. The Psychotherapist will be responsible for conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and delivering effective psychotherapy sessions in both individual and group settings. Additional service types may also be required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to determine mental health needs and develop tailored treatment plans.
• Provide psychotherapy using various modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, and motivational interviewing.
• Facilitate individual and group therapy sessions for diverse populations, including children, families, SMI/SED, and individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Implement crisis intervention strategies as needed to ensure patient safety and well-being.
• Maintain accurate medical documentation in compliance with policy, HIPAA, state, and federal regulations and utilize ICD-9/ICD-10 coding for diagnosis.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and case management.
• Provide support for patients dealing with PTSD, grief, addiction, chronic pain, and other mental health issues.
• Utilize telehealth platforms from a Wellness Place office for remote counseling sessions, when appropriate to increase access to care.
• Participate in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in psychotherapy and techniques utilized in patient care.

Requirements

• Master's degree or higher in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related field.
• Valid licensure as a Psychotherapist or equivalent credential in the state of Kentucky (additional licensure is a plus).
• Experience working with children and families is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with behavioral health concepts including crisis management, behavior management, and applied behavior analysis.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and experience with medical records management is essential.
• Proficiency in conducting diagnostic evaluations and intake assessments.
• Experience in inpatient or outpatient settings preferred; clinic experience is a plus.
• Understanding of special education needs and working with individuals on the autism spectrum is beneficial.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds.
• Commitment to ethical practice standards and continuous learning within the field of mental health counseling.
• Other duties as assigned.
• We invite qualified candidates who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others through effective psychotherapy to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person