A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
401(k) Health insurance Paid time off Join Our Clinical Team Estelle's Professional Community Services (EPCS) is seeking an experienced and compassionate Outpatient Therapist to provide individual psychotherapy to adults receiving services through our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Program . This position is ideal for a clinician who enjoys providing therapy to individuals with serious mental illness (SMI), co-occurring disorders, trauma histories, and complex behavioral health needs while collaborating with a multidisciplinary treatment team. Key Responsibilities Some of the sessions must take place in the community. Provide individual outpatient psychotherapy to clients enrolled in the ACT program Complete comprehensive clinical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans Provide evidence-based, person-centered, and trauma-informed therapy Address depression, anxiety, trauma, psychosis, mood disorders, substance use, relationship concerns, and other behavioral health needs Coordinate treatment with ACT team members, including psychiatry, nursing, case management, substance-use, vocational, and housing supports Participate in treatment planning and clinical coordination as appropriate Maintain timely, accurate, and clinically appropriate documentation Monitor client progress and modify treatment interventions based on clinical need Support continuity of care and help reduce psychiatric hospitalization and crisis utilization Maintain compliance with EPCS policies, DBHDS requirements, Medicaid requirements, and applicable professional standards
Qualifications Required:
Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field Eligible to provide behavioral health services in Virginia within the scope of professional credentials Experience working with adults with behavioral health needs Strong clinical assessment, treatment planning, documentation, and communication skills
Preferred Credentials:
LPC LCSW LMFT
Licensed-eligible/resident or supervisee candidates may also be considered depending on qualifications and supervision requirements Preferred Experience Serious Mental Illness (SMI) Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Community-based behavioral health Trauma-informed care Co-occurring mental health and substance-use disorders Crisis intervention Evidence-based psychotherapy Why EPCS? At EPCS, therapists have the opportunity to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team while focusing on the deeper clinical and therapeutic needs of clients. We are looking for a clinician who can build strong therapeutic relationships while also maintaining high standards for clinical quality, documentation, accountability, and client outcomes . Schedule Full-Time or Part-Time opportunities available Schedule flexibility may be available based on caseload and organizational needs. Compensation Competitive compensation based on licensure, experience, schedule, and caseload. Benefits may be available for eligible full-time employees. Apply Today If you are passionate about providing meaningful psychotherapy to adults with complex behavioral health needs and want to work with a team committed to helping clients achieve stability, independence, and long-term recovery, we encourage you to apply. Estelle's Professional Community Services (EPCS) Supporting recovery. Promoting independence. Strengthening communities. EPCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
