Job Summary

Palo Alto County Health Systems is seeking a full-time mental health therapist with a LISW for the Behavioral Health Department. The ideal candidate will be an individual with high ethical standards and a passion for helping those who struggle with life difficulties including mental health, substances use, marital difficulties, and other situations.

Education & Work Experience:

• An advanced degree in one of the fields of psychology, counseling and guidance, mental health, psychiatric nursing, or social work is required.
• LISW (Required)
• At least two (2) years of experience providing therapy in a human service setting or with people experiencing mental health problems is preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of mental health services in a human service setting or with people experiencing mental health problems is preferred.
• Must be eligible to gain an Iowa license if practicing in a field covered by state licensure law. Shall maintain a current Iowa license as required by licensing standards.
• Must have knowledge of the principles of human growth and behavior, complex physiological and psychological problems, and related treatment practice and therapies.
• Must pass a required background check, which includes Child and Dependent Adult Abuse, criminal record, and driving record checks.
• Be a licensed driver with a reliable vehicle and automobile insurance.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Participate in professional assessments, social histories, evaluation, diagnosis, and recommend appropriate treatment and implementation.
• Practice from a trauma-informed, holistic perspective and assess for client strengths and resiliency
• Assess risk and safety and work with the client and/or their team to minimize these risks
• Identify environmental factors that impact families and link them to community resources
• Empower, engage, and build relationships with clients and/or families
• Be able to intervene effectively in stressful and crisis situations
• Provides individual, group and/or family therapy
• Develops an annual comprehensive psychosocial assessment
• Provides crisis intervention consultation when applicable
• Able to work independently and as a positive member of a team
• Knowledge of completing documentation not limited to: treatment plans, assessments, and service authorizations
• Computer literacy, including knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Access) and familiarity with the internet and email communications
• Other duties as assigned

We offer a wide array of benefits to full-time staff including, but not limited to the following:

• Company matched IPERS benefits
• Health, dental and vision insurance (employee/employer shared the cost)
• Paid Time Off