Licensed Mental Health Professional

Company: Merrimack Valley Psychological Associates
Location: Andover
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

We are actively seeking a compassionate mental health therapist for our clinic who is committed to therapeutic excellence for our patients. You will be responsible for doing diagnostic assessments, making customized treatment plans with goals and objectives, providing crisis intervention as needed, and following up with patients to ensure they are receiving appropriate ongoing care. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of clinical experience working with mental health patients as well as a current LMHC (licensed mental health counselor) license. Apply today if you're excited about this opportunity to advance your career in the mental health field.

Responsibilities:

Assess patients' mental condition based on review of medical information, interviews, observation, tests, and collaboration with other staff members
Recommend community services or specialists for patients and family members in need
Create individualized treatment plans that include goals and objectives for each patient
Monitor each patient situation on a frequent basis and offer the appropriate follow-up care
Aid with crisis intervention for patients when they are in a state of distress


Qualifications:

Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent and a bachelor's degree in counseling, social work, or related field; preference to those with a master's degree
1-3 years in a clinical setting working with mental health patients is required
CPR and BLS (Basic Life Support) certifications are required
Exceptional problem-solving and analytical ability as well as outstanding interpersonal and communication skills are needed
State licensure that is current, unrestricted, and in good standing for a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) or equivalent
--- Must have at least a master's degree in mental health counseling or social work

About Company:
Merrimack Valley Psychological Associates is a private practice providing counseling to Andover and the greater Merrimack Valley region. We see a diverse clientele and work with patients across the lifespan. We provide a fulfilling, fun, and engaging workplace with lots of support and practice-wide engagement. It is our hope to continue to grow our practice to meet the needs of our communities, as well as meet the professional goals of our clinicians. Special consideration will be given to candidates who specialize in treating one of the following age groups: Children (ages 7-11) or Adolescents (12 - 22). As a practice, we offer a warm and collegial atmosphere, comfortable office spaces, competitive compensation, and health insurance benefits. Learn more about our practice at www.MVPsych.com

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