Mental Health Therapist
Mental Health Therapist
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MultiSite Iowa
Full Time
Masters
$60000.00 $70000.00 Salary/year
Up to 25
Day
Mental Health Therapist
We are YSS!
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of youth YSS is seeking dedicated and compassionate Mental Health Therapists to join our dynamic team. At YSS we believe that by providing flexibility and a supportive environment we empower out team to succeed both personally and professionally. You can join our team:
- as a fulltime or parttime employee or independent contractor.
- with a completed Masters or a Masters in progress
- with a current license (LISW LMFT LMHC LMSW) to practice in the State of Iowa or a temporary license with the intent to seek independent licensure
- in any of our Central Iowa locations including Ames Boone Des Moines Mason City and Webster City!
As a Mental Health Therapist at YSS you will play a pivotal role in supporting youth on their journey towards mental and emotional wellbeing. You will conduct assessments recommend services and provide a safe and welcoming space for youth and families to express their thoughts and feelings. Your work will help reduce the impact of abuse or neglect prevent family violence help clients overcome behavioral and/or substance use challenges and keep kids from entering foster care or the Juvenile Justice System. Key responsibilities include:
- Conduct individual group and family therapy sessions virtually.
- Perform comprehensive assessments and develop treatment plans.
- Provide crisis intervention and support.
- Collaborate with other professionals to coordinate care.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development.
What we offer...
We believe in your potential we meet you where you are and we invest in your future.
At YSS youll be part of a team thats passionate about creating hope and opportunity. In addition to meaningful work supportive colleagues and a welcoming fun and safe environment your benefits will include:
- $5000 signon bonus for fulltime positions. (Terms and conditions apply.
- Loan Repayment: Up to $48000 over 10 years.
- Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $10000 for tuition for employees in their final year of study for a Masters degree in fields that qualify for licensure in Clinical Therapy or Counseling.
- Comprehensive Support: Administrative assistance marketing schedule management and more. Agency EMR and billing system access. Fully furnished office and provided laptop and cell phone.
- FullTime Benefits:
- Medical dental vision life insurance supplemental accident critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance clinical supervision toward full licensure/certification and liability coverage.
- Four weeks accrued PTO plus paid time off for holidays your birthday and volunteering.
- All Team Benefits: Employee Assistance Program recognition programs retirement offerings training opportunities wellness programs PSLF Program qualification and pet insurance discounts.
For more about how we support our Therapists please visit https://www.yss/therapists/.
What we ask...
MUST HAVES Required Qualifications
- Completed or inprogress Masters degree in social work mental health counseling marriage and family therapy or psychology.
- Current license (LISW LMFT LMHC LMSW) to practice in the State of Iowa or a temporary license with the intent to seek independent licensure.
- One 1 year of experience in individual group and family therapy.
- Two 2 years required for independently licensed therapists.
- Formal training in the field of behavioral health.
- General understanding of the issues facing atrisk youth and their families.
- Excellent observational listening verbal and writing skills and fluency in English.
- Ability to travel to schools and clinics within 25 miles of any YSS office location.
SHOULD HAVES Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge and training in the identification and treatment of behavioral health disorders .
- Two 2 years of experience working with children and families.
- Knowledge of principles methods and procedures for diagnosis treatment and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions and for career counseling and guidance.
- Proficient with the majority of Microsoft Office applications and basic database use.
- History of working with youth and families.
The IDEAL Candidate:
- Has a positive teambased approach to treatment and working with clients.
- Is compassionate patient and empathetic with the ability to relate to diverse populations.
- Can engage youth and establish rapport in creative ways.
- Speaks a language(s) in addition to English.
About YSS...
One of Iowas oldest and largest youthserving nonprofit organizations YSSs mission is to create hope and opportunity by putting kids first. We offer education counseling and stability to help youth succeed. With a diverse leadership team and a new 50acre recovery campus opening in 2024 YSS is growing and evolving to meet the needs of our communities. At YSS we embrace YSS the values of Commitment Collaboration Compassion Innovation Integrity and a Can Do Spirit. We believe in your potential meet you where you are and invest in your future.
Helpful to Know
YSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse equitable and inclusive workplace. We believe that our strength lies in the unique perspectives and backgrounds of our employees. We strive to create an environment where all individuals are treated with respect and have equal opportunities to succeed. Our ongoing efforts to promote diversity and inclusion are central to our mission and we are dedicated to continuous improvement in these areas.
YSS is a nicotinefree workplace.
The YSS Hiring Process
Communication with applicants is done primarily via email from our Paycom system. Please check your messages regularly. If you dont see messages in your inbox please check your spam/junk folder. If you have questions about your application please email .
1. Application Complete an online application at https://www.yss/ysscareers/.
2. Assessment Applications are reviewed for qualifications.
3. Interview Initial phone interviews or direct inperson/virtual interviews..
4. References Submit name title email and phone number for three or more references.
5. Preemployment Screening YSS conducts criminal background checks and motor vehicle checks. If applicable professional licensure is also verified.
6. Offer Selected applicants will receive a formal offer of employment in the Paycom system.
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