Licensed Therapist (LPHA) - LCSW

About the Role

Under the general direction of the Program Director, Clinical Team Lead, or designated staff, the Licensed Professional of the Healing Arts (LPHA) performs clinical activities such as independent assessments and service interventions as directed by the treatment plan and/or identified consumer needs. The LPHA interfaces with inpatient and outpatient treatment teams, authorizes medical necessity of services, and provides crisis intervention, mental health assessments, case management, and community liaison.

• Conduct community‑based crisis assessments to determine level of care, assess safety, and formulate diagnoses.
• Provide crisis counseling and intervention to reduce symptoms, educate individuals, and prevent admission to more restrictive settings.
• Collaboratively create treatment plans with consumers outlining treatment goals.
• Assist consumers in accessing and coordinating necessary care and services in accordance with treatment plan goals.
• Monitor consumer progress toward treatment goals and linkage to services.
• Educate family members about mental health symptoms, treatment, medication importance, and community resources.
• Complete electronic documentation each work day in accordance with YCOT Operating Guidelines.
• Apply trauma‑informed principles (safety, trustworthiness, peer support, collaboration, empowerment, cultural, historical, and gender considerations) in all interactions.
• Meet divisional and program productivity standards and adapt to changing work requirements.
• Demonstrate ethical conduct and comply with agency policies, procedures, and operating guidelines.
• Provide additional assistance to the agency, Program Director, Clinical Team Lead, or staff as requested.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree (required).
• Current Texas license as one of the following: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
• 1–2 years of clinical experience post‑licensure (preferred).
• Strong diagnostic skills, integrating patient history, symptoms, and environmental factors.
• Excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal abilities.
• Clear, concise, and well‑constructed written documentation.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and work respectfully with other disciplines.
• Effective time‑management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in entering documentation into databases and electronic medical records.
• Basic word‑processing and spreadsheet skills.

Schedule

Shift: Sunday – Wednesday, 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Position #70243).

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Robust retirement plan with generous company matching.
• Prior service credit that accelerates Paid Time Off accrual.
• Cell phone discounts.
• Entertainment deals through Tickets at Work.
• Free Headspace subscription for mental wellness.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Eligibility for student loan forgiveness programs.

About Us

The Harris Center is the state‑designated Local Mental Health Authority and Local Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Authority serving Harris County, Texas. As the largest behavioral and developmental disability care center in Texas, it serves over 90,000 people with an annual budget exceeding $300 million. The Center provides a full continuum of services at 80 sites across Harris County, offering care in more than 40 languages and sign language. With more than 2,500 employees, The Harris Center is committed to transforming the lives of people with behavioral health and IDD needs, giving them hope to live to their fullest potential.