Mental Health Therapist/Counselor

Catholic Charities of Des Moines

Des Moines, IAOn-siteFull time
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Location
Des Moines, IA
Work style
On-site
Job type
Full time
Posted
Oct 27
3 days ago
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About the company

Catholic Charities of Des Moines

Individual & family services · 51 to 200 employees

For the last 100 years, we have had the distinct honor to provide help and hope for those in need. At Catholic Charities, our mission is to empower individuals and strengthen families. We do this through our vital programs including a food pantry, counseling services, emergency family shelter, domestic violence and sexual assault programming and refugee resettlement. We care for the dignity of the person, regardless of background and strive to provide unparalleled support for those in need.

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What you'll do

  • Provide mental health counseling services and conduct initial assessments for new clients
  • Set goals and create effective treatment plans
  • Maintain client records, reports and other documentation using an EHR system
  • Collaborate with other organizations to provide services, education and outreach

What you need

  • Master's degree from an accredited social work, mental health counseling, or marriage and family therapy program
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work in a positive and cooperative fashion
  • Familiarity with video conference and tele-therapy systems
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Electronic Health Records (EHR)
  • LISW, LMHC, or LMFT (preferred)

Key skills

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

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Perks

  • Generous vacation and sick pay
  • 14 paid holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Flex Spending Plans
  • Life Insurance
  • 403(b) retirement plan

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Apply Job Type Full-time Description Are you looking to make a real difference in the lives of others? Join the Catholic Charities team! For the last 100 years, we have had the distinct honor to provide help and hope for those in need. At Catholic Charities, our mission is to empower individuals and strengthen families. We do this through our vital programs including a food pantry, counseling services, emergency family shelter, domestic violence and sexual assault programming and refugee resettlement. We care for the dignity of the person, regardless of background and strive to provide unparalleled support for those in need. The Catholic Charities’ Counseling program provides professional therapy services for those who are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression and trauma. Our therapists provide excellent insight and support needed to manage life’s problems in a more productive way. We are currently looking for a therapist to provide outpatient mental health therapeutic services to individuals, couples and families in our community. This position will work in-office and also provide tele-therapy. You can be a part of the solution for those in need of mental health services by joining the Catholic Charities’ Counseling program. We Offer Competitive pay 35-hour workweek Generous vacation and sick pay 14 paid holidays Paid Parental Leave Tuition Reimbursement Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flex Spending Plans Employer-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching A supportive and uplifting working environment Key Responsibilities Provide quality mental health counseling services in a confidential, caring a supportive environment including doing initial assessments for new clients to gather diagnostic information, set goals and create effective treatment plans. Perform all necessary record keeping required utilizing Electronic Health Records (EHR) system and maintaining integrity of client records, reports and other documentations. Collaborate with other organizations to provide needed services, education and outreach in our communities. Provide services in new and current professional practices based on licensure and needs of Catholic Charities in support of our accreditation process. Requirements Passion to make a difference and support those in need. Master's degree from accredited social work, mental health counseling, or marriage and family therapy program. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) preferred. Licensure supervision for LMSWs and LMHC-Ts. Ability to work in a positive and cooperative fashion. Familiarity with video conference and tele-therapy systems. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Electronic Health Records (EHR).

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