Virtual Adolescent Evening Group Therapist

Position Summary

The Virtual Evening Adolescent Group Therapist is responsible for providing group, family, and/or individual psychotherapy and psychoeducation, as well as other aspects of care, treatment, and services within the scope of licensure. This role emphasizes clinical excellence, ethical standards, and a commitment to client-centered care across diverse settings.

About the Role

Mindful Health is a fast-growing company dedicated to providing an intentionally different approach to mental health and well-being. We combine brick-and-mortar locations with virtual service offerings across Texas to offer a high-end client experience. Our commitment is to create an atmosphere that supports and values both our clients and team members.

Responsibilities

• Provide group psychotherapy and psycho-educational sessions according to PHP/IOP program schedule.
• Cofacilitate family therapy sessions with clients in the PHP or IOP program, per program guidelines.
• Develop and review discharge plans with the client and family, as appropriate, per discharge planning policy (MH CS 007).
• Complete psychosocial assessments within 72 hours of admission to PHP or IOP.
• Assist in developing the interdisciplinary treatment plan, with clients in PHP/IOP programming, outlining focus for treatment, goals, and interventions.
• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings with PHP/IOP clients.
• Document all clinical encounters with clients and groups clearly and concisely, demonstrating the therapeutic process.
• Demonstrate an understanding of utilization review issues, criteria for continued stay, and discharge.
• Demonstrate ongoing evaluation of clients’ diagnosis, psychosocial stressors, strengths, and opportunities for growth.
• Evaluate clients’ progress using identified outcome measures and discuss with the treatment team.
• Aid in client and family discharge planning, including community resources and referrals.
• Discuss daily programing with other clinicians to ensure quality care.
• Provide excellent customer service to clients and staff.
• Ensure client satisfaction and participate in addressing issues if they arise.
• Maintain a positive, professional image in the office and in the community.
• Participate in Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement (QA/QI) process, ensuring that services are evidence-based, and treatment is evidence-informed.
• Maintain regular work hours, being on time and managing time well.
• Demonstrate personal characteristics of patience, tact, cheerfulness, and enthusiasm toward the administration and clients.
• Complete thorough documentation for client care PHP/IOP admit orders and PHP/IOP discharge orders.
• Report necessary clinical information to physicians and nurse practitioners.
• Assist in the event of a medical emergency.
• Participate in any additional duties that facilitate the effective operations of the programs and services provided.

Requirements

• Reside in Texas.
• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Development, Counseling, or a related behavioral science field from an accredited college or university.
• Active clinical license in the State of Texas (LMSW, LPC-Associate, LCSW, or LPC).
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in clinical assessment and diagnosis, with a focus on treating and preventing mental, emotional, and behavioral health challenges.
• Active supervision plan with an LCSW-S or LPC-S, if applicable.
• Current CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience in the therapeutic milieu.
• Knowledge of Joint Commission and state and federal regulations related to care, treatment, and services.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, and other laws applicable to mental health services.
• Knowledge of continuous process improvement concepts and practices.
• Emotional intelligence and empathy, as demonstrated by the ability to identify with and understand another person’s point of view and ask the right questions to determine the focus for treatment.
• Communication, as demonstrated by the ability to clearly convey, both verbally and in writing, detailed directions, describe processes in understandable terms, and concise documentation of the therapeutic process.
• Active listening skills, as shown by interpreting verbal and non-verbal cues, determine the treatment focus and understand information from colleagues and other mental health professionals.
• Critical thinking skills, as demonstrated by using creative problem-solving as part of the therapeutic process to find the best available options for clients.
• Organizational skills, as demonstrated by making sure each case is updated in a timely manner with the correct information and cases are prioritized based on client needs.
• Cultural competency, as demonstrated by being sensitive to diverse ideas, views, and beliefs, seeking to learn more about others while understanding one’s own background and beliefs.
• Boundary setting, as demonstrated by setting boundaries in the clinician-client relationship but also in establishing a good work-life balance.
• Professionalism, as demonstrated by constantly learning and developing better ways to serve clients and the community.

Benefits

• 120 hours (15 days) of paid time off.
• 40 hours (5 days) of sick leave.
• 24 hours (3 days) of paid bereavement leave per occurrence.
• Medical and supplemental health insurance (vision, dental, long-term disability, short-term disability, life insurance, etc.).
• Professional development opportunities.