Mental Health Therapist
Location: Remote — Iowa-based position
Employment Type: Full-time
Compensation: $80k-$90k (based on experience)
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and clinically strong Licensed Therapist to join our growing Residential Treatment Program. This is a full-time role providing direct clinical services to individuals receiving outpatient behavioral health and addiction treatment services.
The ideal candidate will be passionate about helping clients achieve long-term recovery, comfortable providing care in a treatment environment, and experienced with assessments, treatment planning, individual therapy, group therapy, and timely clinical documentation.
What You'll Do
As a Therapist, you will provide direct clinical care and support throughout the client's treatment experience. Responsibilities include:
- Complete biopsychosocial assessments upon intake
- Develop, maintain, and update individualized treatment plans
- Conduct weekly or biweekly individual therapy sessions
- Facilitate group sessions, including process and psychoeducational groups
- Assess client progress toward treatment goals and objectives
- Administer and review clinical assessments, including PHQ-9, GAD-7, and C-SSRS
- Identify and escalate safety concerns, clinical deterioration, or the need for a higher level of care
- Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in KIPU EMR within 24 hours of each client encounter
- Ensure documentation supports medical necessity and meets clinical standards
- Participate in clinical meetings, documentation reviews, and quality improvement activities
What We're Looking For
Minimum qualifications include:
- Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related field
- Independent Iowa licensure (LMHC, LISW, LMFT)
- Experience providing individual and group therapy
- Experience with clinical assessments, treatment planning, and documentation
- Ability to facilitate groups
- Strong communication, organization, and clinical follow-through
- Current CPR/First Aid certification
- Ability to successfully complete a background check
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders and/or co-occurring mental health conditions
- Experience in outpatient, PHP, IOP, residential, or addiction treatment settings
- KIPU EMR experience preferred
Why Join Us?
We offer:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off, sick time, and holidays
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of clients and families