Therapist
Bradford Health Services · Moss Point, MS · 3 wk ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
About the role
You will play a critical role in supporting individuals, families, and groups through various mental health challenges and life transitions. Your primary objective will be to provide compassionate, evidence-based therapeutic interventions that promote emotional well-being and behavioral health.
Responsibilities
- Conduct individual, group, and family therapy sessions tailored to client needs.
- Perform comprehensive psychological assessments and develop treatment plans.
- Provide crisis intervention and support clients through acute mental health episodes.
- Facilitate skill-building in areas such as anger management and coping with life transitions.
- Maintain detailed and confidential client records in compliance with legal and ethical guidelines.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and referrals.
- Stay current with best practices and emerging research in counseling psychology and behavioral health.
Requirements
- Master’s or Doctoral degree in Counseling, Social Work, or related field that is eligible for licensure.
- Valid state licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or equivalent; or eligibility for licensure with the ability to obtain full licensure within an established timeframe upon hire.
- Demonstrated experience in mental health counseling, including individual and group therapy.
- Strong knowledge of crisis intervention techniques and behavioral health principles.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to client-centered care.
Preferred Qualifications
- Specialized training or certification in family therapy, anger management, or trauma-informed care.
- Experience working with diverse populations across different age groups and cultural backgrounds.
- Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and teletherapy platforms.
- Additional credentials such as Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) or equivalent.
- Experience in program development or community outreach related to mental health services.