Job Description:

Job Title: Therapist

Location: Independence, Missouri

Department: Behavioral Crisis Center
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

Are you a passionate and dedicated mental health professional looking to make a positive impact in the lives of individuals experiencing behavioral health crises? Do you want to work in a supportive and dynamic environment where you can grow your skills and advance your career? Join our team as a Therapist at our Behavioral Crisis Center!

As a Therapist, you'll work closely with primary care providers as part of the medical team, providing consultations, brief assessments, and interventions for patients referred for same-day warm hand-offs and follow-up care. Our ideal candidate is passionate about integrated care, has experience with brief interventions and diverse populations, and strong clinical and collaboration skills.

Independence, Missouri offers a high quality of life, with a vibrant community and plenty of recreational opportunities. Join us in making a difference in the lives of those experiencing behavioral health crises and advancing your career!

 

Position Perks & Benefits:

Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more**Paid time off - 29 days per year including vacation & holiday payClinical supervision - provided free* for PLPC, LMSWAdditional income opportunities - for LPC & LCSW (provide supervision)Mileage reimbursement - company paid for work functions requiring travelTop-notch training - initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportiveCareer mobility - advancement opportunities/promoting from withinWelcoming, warm, supportive - a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

 

Key Responsibilities:

Work closely with primary care providers as part of the medical teamProvide consultations, brief assessments (15-30 min), and interventions for referred patientsDeliver evidence-based interventions to promote positive health behaviors and address psychological needsAssess safety and screen for behavioral health disordersProvide clear feedback, describe action plans, and establish follow-up plansFacilitate integrated patient care by collaborating with medical teamsProvide education on identifying and treating behavioral health concernsSupport referrals to specialty mental health services as neededPromote positive relationships between medical partners and the organization

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

Master's degree in a Human Services fieldLicensed in Missouri as LPC, LCSW, or Psychologist (PhD/PsyD/LP)Provisional licensure (PLPC, LMSW, PLP) may be consideredInterest/experience in brief interventions, team-based care, psychiatric/substance abuse/behavioral medicine problems, and diverse populations

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 use 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 value diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are passionate about empowering your local communities and promoting health equity, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization that is committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive and authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.

Burrell is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.