Primary Therapist - Outpatient Program

Position Overview

Join Our Team as a Primary Therapist at Mission Connection! Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals seeking mental health support? Mission Connection’s Intensive Outpatient Program is looking for a dedicated professional to join our compassionate and innovative team. We prioritize evidence‐based, compassionate care for individuals with primary mental health diagnoses including anxiety, depression, and mood disorders while offering a hybrid model of in‐person and telehealth services.

In our multidisciplinary environment, you will work alongside licensed therapists and psychiatric care providers to deliver group, individual, and family therapy.

Location: In-person
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Compensation: $70,000 - $90,000 full time, exempt

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical evaluation, biopsychosocial assessment, client diagnosis, and interpretive summary. Prepare person-centered treatment plans, case management, consultation, education, and referral as needed.
• Provide therapeutic interventions including crisis counseling to individuals, groups, and families as needed.
• Facilitate individual psychotherapy sessions and group therapy.
• Provide services in accordance with organization’s policies and established Mental Health and Substance Abuse Standards, staying within the therapist’s scope of practice.
• Evaluate individual and family systems, assess client functioning in work, family, and daily living routines, and identify areas needing continued support and treatment.
• Maintain Electronic Health Records to accurately reflect the course of treatment and documentation requirements.
• Prepare pre-certification/authorization information for insurance utilization review and complete clinical reports per medical necessity criteria.
• Provide emergency crisis services during work hours and after hours as assigned.
• Attend staff meetings, supervisory conferences, trainings, and other activities to ensure effective clinical operations.
• Adhere to organizational standards, code of ethics, legal and professional standards, and all relevant reporting policies.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Masters degree or higher in a relevant course of study at an accredited university.
• Qualifications: Must be registered with the Virginia Dept of Health Professions as a Resident, Supervisee, or independently licensed clinician.
• Hands-on experience in group (process, psycho-educational, and topic-specific), family, and individual therapy, including work with clients experiencing addiction issues.
• Ability to perform each essential job function satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations provided for individuals with disabilities.
• Successful completion of Criminal Background Checks via DSS LiveScan DOJ Fingerprint and passing the ADP Selective Screening Services background check.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 20 lbs.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, and vision plans through Anthem
• Financial Well-being: 401k plan with employer match, FSA/HSA accounts
• Peace of Mind: Life/AD&D insurance (100% employer-paid)
• Work-Life Balance: PTO, self-care days, and floating holidays
• Professional Development: Educational assistance reimbursement program
• Wellness Perks: Employee assistance program and health & wellness membership