Associate Mental Health Therapist

Company: LightHeart Mental Health, LightHeart Mental Health
Location: Washington
Posted on: May 28, 2025

Job Description:

Join us at Lightheart Associates , a member of Transformations Care Network (TCN), as we embark on an exciting journey to empower Associate - Mental Health Therapists like you to make a difference in the field of behavioral health. We are committed to improving access to mental health care in our communities which means we are committed to being a great place to be a therapist. As a Therapist on our team, you will experience an environment where both you and your clients can thrive. Emerging, early career therapists appreciate a collaborative environment, where they are supported by a clinical team that prioritizes growth and development. Our clinics provide a supportive space to practice therapeutic interventions and develop skills that impact our diverse local community. Key Responsibilities: -

• Conduct culturally sensitive, strength-based assessments for new clients and families, creating a welcoming and understanding environment for diverse backgrounds. -
• Provide tailored outpatient individual and family therapy based on the unique needs and circumstances of each client, fostering a path to healing and resilience. -
• Develop comprehensive crisis plans, safety plans, relapse prevention plans, and wellness plans, supporting the maintenance of stable functioning and empowering clients in their mental health journey. -
• Actively participate in case consultations, agency meetings, and discharge planning, contributing your expertise to enhance client care. -
• Ensure timely completion of billing, documentation, individualized treatment plans, and insurance authorization forms, upholding the highest standards of professional responsibility. -
• Engage in collaborative care with our team of Psychiatrists, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, administrative staff, and fellow therapists, to provide a holistic approach to mental health care. - Qualifications: -
  • Possess an associate level license based upon completion of a Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Counseling, or a related field. Candidates who have completed their education and have applied for or will apply for licensure can be considered. -
  • Passionate about mental health and committed to providing high-quality care. -
  • Dedicated to ongoing professional development in mental health including free supervision and continuing education. -
  • Eager to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance client care. -
  • Strong commitment to ethical practice and maintaining confidentiality. -
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to build rapport with clients and families. -
  • Ability to manage time effectively and complete documentation and administrative tasks efficiently. Explore the Advantages of Joining Our Team:
    • Enjoy competitive compensation and a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, low-cost virtual care, dependent and domestic partner coverage, 401K, and more, designed to support your well-being and financial security. -
    • Immerse yourself in a community united by a deep commitment to enhance mental health and revolutionize the care that clients receive. -
    • Embrace a journey of growth and development through continuous learning, guided by seasoned professionals, fostering your career growth in a nurturing environment. -
    • Play a pivotal role in reshaping how mental health care is perceived and delivered in your local community as well as on a national scale, with your efforts directly improving client lives. -
    • Deliver mental health care in a sustainable way, with the support and tools you need to thrive. -
    • Thrive in an environment that celebrates collaborative success, driven by effective communication, support, and unity. -
    • Receive comprehensive onboarding and ongoing educational resources, tailored to cultivate your talents, and assure your triumph in your role. - Compensation begins at $54,000 and increases based on experience, qualifications, and other relevant factors. - Transformations Care Network is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

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