Outpatient Therapist & Assessor

Job Description

Job Description

Salary:

The Outpatient Therapist & Assessor is a clinical position dedicated to providing high-quality behavioral health services that uphold Epic Health Partners mission and lead to better client outcomes. This role combines assessment, treatment, and care coordination in a collaborative, client-centered environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Triage individuals to determine the most appropriate programs and services.
• Complete program-specific assessments, including screenings, evaluations, clinical assessments, and psychological testing.
• Provide treatment, rehabilitation, and follow-up of individuals through individual, couples, family, and/or group psychotherapy services (telehealth sessions may be required).
• Develop person-centered treatment plans that address presenting needs with measurable goals, frequency, and duration.
• Review and update treatment plans quarterly, documenting progress, barriers, and ongoing needs.
• Complete all required documentation in a timely manner, including intake paperwork, assessments, progress notes, treatment plans, quarterly reviews, and service transitions.
• Follow up with clients who miss appointments and encourage consistent engagement in services.
• Administer suicide risk screenings and respond appropriately in emergencies.
• Collaborate with outside providers such as primary care physicians, psychiatrists, behavioral health agencies, and social services.
• Advocate for clients by identifying and coordinating specialty behavioral health services and community resources.
• Attend staff meetings, clinical supervision, training, and other required meetings.
• Participate in yearly agency trainings and recertification.
• Maintain CEU requirements and licensure as required by the appropriate licensing board. Residents in Counseling and Supervisees in Social Work must actively engage in supervision and follow all board guidelines to achieve licensure within the expected timeframe.
• Support agency initiatives by participating in yearly trainings, recertifications, and other assigned duties.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong background in evidence-based practices, psychosocial assessment, and treatment planning.
• Ability to read and apply VADBHDS/DMAS regulatory standards.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with clients, families, and professionals.
• Knowledge of community mental health and public health systems to support advocacy and access to resources.
• Ability to assist with training of other staff on program procedures, workflow,
• Ability to prioritize assignments, work independently, and make sound decisions in emergency situations.
• Experience with or knowledge of Crisis Stabilization services is preferred

Education & Licensure:

Masters degree in Counseling, Social Work, or related field (preferred).
Active license (LMHP, LPC, LCSW) or licensure-track status (Resident in Counseling, Supervisee in Social Work).

Benefits:

401(k) with employer matching
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Paid time off (PTO)