Youth Outpatient Clinician

Full Job Description

Friends and Mentors Inc is hiring clinicians to provide high-quality, evidence-based therapy services for children, teens, and families. We are looking for professionals with excellent communication and organizational abilities, a dynamic and engaging presence, and a genuine commitment to helping youth thrive.

Our team includes a diverse group of professionals who collaborate to offer a full spectrum of therapeutic and support services. At Friends and Mentors Inc, we pride ourselves on creating a positive and supportive work culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention, diagnostic assessments, and therapy using various methods, including individual, family, and group counseling, tailored to the needs of each client.

• Maintain accurate, timely, and professional documentation of all client interactions in accordance with organizational standards.

• Actively manage your schedule by reaching out to clients to address interruptions in care, ensuring continuity of services, and recording outreach efforts in client files.

• Foster strong therapeutic relationships with clients and their families, utilizing solution-focused strategies to address their challenges. Collaborate with clients to develop treatment plans with measurable, time-specific goals.

• Submit administrative and billing documentation by the close of each business day to maintain efficient operations.

• Complete clinical documentation, including progress notes, evaluations, treatment plans, and discharge summaries, within set timelines to demonstrate compliance with medical necessity guidelines.

Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• A master’s degree or higher in mental health counseling, social work, or a related field is required.

Licensure (Preferred)

• LCSW

• LMHC

• LICSW

Skills & Attributes

• Strong communication and organizational skills.

• Experience working with children, teens, and families in clinical settings.

• Proficiency with clinical documentation systems and technology.

• Proven ability to provide effective, solution-focused therapy.

Preferred Traits

• Dedicated: Committed to professional integrity and delivering high-quality care.

• Impact-Oriented: Motivated by the opportunity to create meaningful change in the lives of others.

If you’re passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, adolescents, and families, we’d love to hear from you!