Therapist (LISW, LMSW, LMHC)

Optimae values diversity, and we encourage all qualified candidates, including those from traditionally overlooked identity groups, to apply.

Do you want to make a difference? Are you passionate about helping others? Optimae Behavioral Health Services, a division of Optimae LifeServices, is looking for a LISW or LMHC Therapist – Mental Health Professional for our Southeast Iowa region.

Optimae assists individuals from more than 40 Iowa counties with their mental health, visible and invisible disabilities, and other barriers. We empower our customers to reach their fullest potential by being at their side and on their side.

The Therapist – Mental Health Professional works under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor and provides therapeutic work to coordinate, direct and plan programs for people receiving treatment and provides related supervision to other staff providing services. The Therapist may also provide education, consultation, and evaluation services to the community as needed. This position establishes and maintains a high level of quality and efficiency in the delivery of professional and paraprofessional services to the people we serve.

At Optimae, our four core values of choice, respect, teamwork and education apply to both our customers and employees. With a supportive, mission-driven culture, many employees have started at Optimae and stayed for good. See what they’re saying:

“Optimae has 4 core values: Choice, Teamwork, Respect, and Education. This company stands by and really lives out those core values on a daily basis. Working in the Fairfield office has been such a wonderful experience. They are all about teamwork. Staff feel heard, appreciated, and supported… Optimae really is at your side, and on your side. They care about their employees and try to make coming to work an enjoyable experience. They offer extensive training and feedback as well. I would highly recommend working for this company!” (Indeed review)

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.
• Must have licensure or ability to be licensed within two (2) years of qualified supervision.
• At least two (2) years of experience providing therapy and 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

 Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Provide therapeutic treatment to individuals.
• Attend staff meetings.
• Attend workshops, and institutes as required to keep current in relevant therapies.
• Participate in assessments, social histories, evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and service planning.
• Ability to socialize and get along with others, meet and deal with customers and their families.
• Provide support to graduate psychology interns.
• Development of educational materials.
• Participate in staff training as required.
• Crisis and emergency services as needed.
• Carry pager/cell phone as required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Optimae is proud to have designated National Health Service Corps (NHSC) service locations. Fully licensed therapist who work out of our designated NHSC locations may be eligible for loan repayment through the NHSC Loan Repayment Program.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance