Associate Mental Health Therapist

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Serving clients in Oregon and Washington, Mindful Mental and Behavioral Health PLLC (MMBH) is looking for part-time and full-time Clinical Social Work Associates (CSWAs) to join our practice. Requirements include holding an active license in the state of Oregon and completing a minimum of 20 client hours per week.

Therapists must be independent, driven, collaborative, and enhance our fun, connected, and positive minded group of clinicians. Therapist will be employee status and can choose our remote or hybrid option.

We Provide:
• Steady Stream of Referrals: Client referrals to help build and maintain your caseload.
• Flexible Scheduling: Choose to work 4 or 5 days per week, with no requirement for weekend or evening availability.
• Competitive Compensation:
• Associates: Flat rate of $64 per clinical hour for therapy follow-up sessions, which includes documentation time. Flat rate of $80 for therapy intake sessions, which includes documentation time.
• Fully Licensed Therapists: Flat rate of $72 per clinical hour for therapy follow-up sessions, which includes documentation time. Flat rate of $90 for therapy intake sessions, which includes documentation time.
• Compensation for no shows at the clinical rate.
• Administrative rate of $20 per hour for required trainings and meetings.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrued at 1.35 hours for every 22 client hours worked (equivalent to 3 weeks per year).
• Retirement Benefits: 401(k) plan with up to a 4% company match after six months of employment.
• Professional Development:
• Annual professional development/continuing education (CE) stipend of $500.
• CE and trainings through Relias and a selection of PESI offerings at no cost to employees.
• Opportunities for growth and professional advancement.
• Comprehensive Coverage:
• Malpractice insurance provided.
• Worker’s compensation coverage.

Benefits for Full-Time Employees (Employees Completing a Minimum of 22 Client Hours Per Week):
• All of the benefits listed above.
• Health Insurance: 100% premium coverage for employees.
• Dental Insurance: 50% premium coverage for employees.
• Vision Insurance: 50% premium coverage for employees.
• Life Insurance: $50,000 benefit.

Other Perks:
• Opportunities for additional benefits as our practice grows.
• Clinical supervision provided by our board-approved supervisors at no cost to you.
• Supportive team environment.
• Direct engagement with our Practice Owner.
• Individual consultation with our Clinical Director.
• Monthly group case consultation.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• Referrals.
• An in-house medical biller to coordinate eligibility/benefits and submit claims.
• An in-house receptionist who answers calls, schedules appointments, and assists with administrative duties.
• No on-call requirements.
• The security and stability of being an employee mixed with the flexibility and balance of private practice.

MMBH offers the opportunity to advance within the company and increase earnings based on time with our organization and performance. We provide a collaborative environment, medication management services within the practice, consultation meetings multiple times per month, administrative support so providers can focus on seeing clients, feedback and positive recognition throughout employment, a supportive leadership team, and a commitment to maintaining a positive workplace culture.

Therapist Duties and Responsibilities:
• Conducting initial consultations to gather client information.
• Assessing clients’ emotional and mental health needs, diagnosing and creating treatment plans to meet goals.
• Asking questions and listening to help clients explore their thoughts and feelings.
• Counseling clients on issues of importance to them.
• Intervening with emergency care techniques and protocols when clients are in crisis. Assessing safety risk and creating safety plans.
• Making referrals for additional care or services when required.
• Maintaining detailed confidential records in EHR.

Therapist Skills and Qualifications:
• Extensive knowledge of mental health conditions and best practices for therapeutic treatment.
• Coordinating care with clients’ other providers as applicable.
• Responding to communication from team members and clients in a timely manner.
• Well-developed listening and interview skills to explore client needs and administer treatment plans.
• Strong oral communication skills to counsel and advise clients.
• Problem-solving skills to develop effective treatment plans.
• Motivational interviewing skills to help clients make positive changes.
• Organization skills to maintain client files and track progress.
• Understanding of privacy, health and safety laws.
• Computer skills to operate electronic health record, scheduling, email and word processing software.

Requirements Include:
• Master’s Degree or higher in respective field.
• Clinical Social Work Associate (CSWA) with an active and unrestricted license in Oregon.
• Reside in Oregon or Clark County, Washington.
• No disciplinary action.
• Minimum of 20 client hours per week.
• Fully remote and hybrid positions available.

Is This Position Right For You?
We’re looking for team players who thrive in a collaborative environment and are dedicated to contributing to the long-term growth of our practice. We invest significant time and resources into supporting our employees, and we value commitment and passion for the work.

This position is not the right fit for individuals who:
• Plan to start or manage their own practice within the next two years.
• Intend to maintain additional employment elsewhere.
• Cannot commit to a minimum of 20 client hours per week.
• Are unsure about pursuing a long-term career as a therapist.

How to Apply?
We respond only to applicants who meet all of our requirements and complete our Employment Application in full at www.mmbhcare.com/join-our-team. For questions, please email [email protected].