Job Description:

Job Title: Licensed Therapist  

Location: Boys and Girls Club, Springfield, Missouri 

Department: Youth Community Services 

Employment Type: Full-time 

Job Summary: 
Join our compassionate and skilled Youth Community Services team as a Licensed Therapist, where you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people and their families. In this rewarding role, you will collaborate with community partners, conduct clinical assessments, and provide tailored therapy to support youth in overcoming challenges. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about promoting positive change, possess excellent communication skills, and are committed to helping others. Together, we can create a supportive environment that fosters growth and healing for our youth. 

As a Licensed Therapist, you will engage with youth and families, ensuring they have access to the resources they need to succeed. Your expertise will guide community partners in providing comprehensive support systems, making a lasting impact in the lives of those we serve. 

This position offers… 
• Sign On Bonus! - $5,000 
• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost  
• Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel 
• Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition 
• Licensure Supervision - complimentary for LMSW's, PLPC's, PLMFT's 
• Additional income opportunities - for LPC's, LCSW's, & LMFT’s (provide supervision) 
• Continuing Education - 3 days leave following your first year of employment 
• Liability Coverage - Company paid 
• Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce 
• Additional Perks & Benefits - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more 

Key Responsibilities: 
• Collaborate with community partners to coordinate comprehensive support systems for youth, ensuring they have access to the resources they need to succeed. 
• Conduct thorough clinical assessments and evidence-based interventions for youth and families, providing individualized, group, and family therapy tailored to their unique needs. 
• Serve as a trusted consultant and mentor to community partner personnel, offering guidance, advice, and expertise to help them better support the young people in their care. 
• Act as a liaison among all community partner staff within your assigned program, ensuring that every member of a family receives the services they require, including those with complex mental health needs. 
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with youth, families, and community partners to promote positive outcomes and achieve lasting impact. 
• Provide crisis intervention and support services as needed, ensuring the safety and well-being of youth and families. 
• Participate in case reviews, staff meetings, and training sessions to stay up-to-date on best practices and industry trends. 
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with agency policies and procedures. 

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications: 
• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field. 
• Professional licensure as PLPC, LPC, LMSW, or LCSW in good standing in the state of Missouri (supervision may be provided for a qualified PLPC or LMSW applicant). 
• Strong passion for working with youth and commitment to promoting positive change in their lives. 
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to build rapport and establish strong relationships with diverse populations. 

Additional Qualifications: 
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Physical Requirements: 
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Keywords: Therapist, Counselor, Mental Health, Youth Services, Clinical Provider, Springfield, Missouri, Behavioral Health, Community Support, Licensed Therapist, Social Work 

Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.