Mental Health Therapist

Family Based Therapy Associates (FBTA) is a growing, woman-owned mental health agency serving the greater Twin Cities and east central Minnesota. A team of committed, client-centered providers, our average employee has been on staff for over a decade. We are currently expanding our team and have openings for Licensed Mental Health Therapists in four locations: Cambridge, Coon Rapids, Chisago City, and St. Louis Park. Responsibilities include:

• Provide outpatient mental health therapy to clients.
• Conduct diagnostic assessments, treatment planning, and discharge plans, maintaining thorough, relevant documentation as required by state law and clinic policy.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team as needed to provide the highest level of care.
• Exercise sound clinical judgment in both routine and crisis situations, should they arise.
• Participate in monthly administrative meetings.
• Adhere to clinic and professional ethical principles and guidelines, relevant state and federal statutes and regulations, and HIPAA guidelines

Requirements

• Master’s degree or higher in Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Professional Counseling
• Independent licensure in the state of Minnesota as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor or Licensed Psychologist
• A commitment to ongoing professional development, including compliance with continuing education requirements of your license
• A willingness to see at least ten clients per week, if employed as a part-time employee
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Basic computer competency and willingness to learn programs and technology used by FBTA
• While not mandatory, a willingness to see clients ages 6-18 is desired

Benefits

• Flexibility and Independence: Tailor your work status to fit your needs as full-time salaried, part-time hourly, or independent contractor. Customize your availability and choose your balance of virtual and in-office clients.
• Clear and Transparent Pay Structure: Negotiable based on experience and qualifications, independent contractors enjoy a starting split of 60/40, while full-time salaried employees find a competitive range of $45,000-$60,000.
• Manageable Caseloads: Part-time employees and independent contractors should plan to bill at least ten hours per week, while full-time employees are expected to bill 26 hours per week. Any additional billing is compensated on top of your salary. Pay and PTO hours are not impacted by the inability to meet this billing expectation.
• Client Preferences: You have the choice to see individuals, couples, and/or families, as well as inform our scheduling staff if you have any limitations on the clients you see.
• Administrative Support: Our helpful administrative team takes care of credentialing with insurance companies, insurance verification, billing disputes, and scheduling intakes.
• Supportive Environment: Free supervision opportunities available for LICSW, LMFT, and LPCC and regular consultation groups.
• Room to Grow: Share your innovative ideas for enhancing mental health services through new programs or group services. We’re eager to hear your thoughts and support their implementation!
• Local Impact: FBTA partners with Anoka County to offer residents free, in-home therapy. As a therapist, you can choose to be a part of this meaningful endeavor.
• Part and Full-Time Employees Receive: Employer paid MNCare Tax and 3% retirement employer contribution match.
• Extra Benefits for Full-Time Employees: Enjoy six weeks of PTO, access to a cafeteria plan to offset personal health insurance costs, and a generous stipend for professional development.