Are you ready to embark on an exciting career journey with Ambitions Counseling Services? As a rapidly expanding, family-owned Mental Health Therapy Practice, we're committed to empowering our clients with the best tools to conquer life's obstacles and challenges. Located in the heart of Wallingford, Connecticut, our beautiful office space provides the perfect environment for fostering healing and growth.
What we're seeking:
Ambitions Counseling Services is on the lookout for an experienced part-time Licensed Mental Health Counselor to join our growing private practice. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to make a profound impact by assisting individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, ADHD/ADD, relationship dynamics, and life transitions. Above all, we're seeking dedicated, collaborative, and driven individuals who are eager to contribute to the development of our growing group practice.
Whether you're a seasoned professional or someone who recently received their license, we're committed to supporting you in your professional journey. Join our team and become part of a community dedicated to providing high-quality, accessible therapy to those in need.
What we have to offer:
At Ambitions Counseling Services, we offer competitive pay and a collaborative and supportive team environment coupled with a flexible schedule, individual marketing, professional headshots, an EHR system, credentialing (can take up to 2 months) billing, a laptop, a phone and internet allowance, a yearly CEU credit and liability insurance. There is also an exciting opportunity for a bonus structure as well! This position is part-time initially, and full-time if desired as your caseload builds. Your caseload will build over time, and you can set your own schedule (20+ direct contact hours of availability, required). This is a W2 position, so no need to worry about the stress of a 1099!
What you would be doing:
- Providing individual counseling sessions to clients with mental health disorders
- Conducting assessments and develop treatment plans based on clients' needs and goals
- Utilizing evidence-based therapeutic techniques
- Assisting clients in crisis management and provide support during difficult times
- Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care for clients
- Maintaining accurate and confidential client records in compliance with HIPAA regulations
- Keeping up-to-date documentation and progress notes for each client
- Performing intake assessments
- Staying up-to-date with current research and best practices in the field of mental health therapy
- Actively participating in marketing strategies and networking events to grow client caseload
- Participating in team meetings
Highly qualified candidates will have:
- Master's degree or higher in Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.
- Valid Connecticut state license or certification as a Mental Health Therapist (LPC, LCSW, LMFT)
- Experience in case management and providing therapy to individuals with mental health disorders
- Knowledge of medical terminology and understanding of psychiatric diagnoses
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with clients and their families
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Proficiency in crisis intervention techniques and ability to handle challenging situations
- Located in or around the Wallingford, Connecticut area.
If you are passionate about helping individuals improve their mental well-being and are self-motivated and organized, with excellent communication and documentation skills, we encourage you to apply for this position.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15 – 32 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
Schedule:
Work setting:
- Hybrid work
- Private practice
Education:
License/Certification:
- LPC, LCSW, LMFT (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Wallingford, CT 06492 (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Wallingford, CT 06492