Outpatient Psychotherapist
Description
Find Your Fit!
Fee-for-Service (FFS): For master’s-level or license-eligible clinicians who value flexibility and autonomy with clinical support.
Full-Time (FT): For clinicians seeking a full-time outpatient role providing psychotherapy, managing an assigned caseload, and collaborating with a clinical team.
In Training: For master’s-level therapists preparing for licensure. Graduate students in psychology and social work may also explore training and paid internship opportunities. Northern Tier Counseling is a teaching clinic offering in-vivo therapy training, clinical supervision by LPC and LCSW therapists, individual and group consultation, and clinical partnerships. Duties and eligibility depend on education, credentials, and the training opportunity.
Compensation Ranges:
Master’s level/in training: $26.01 - $31.08
LSW/LAPC: $27.01 - $32.08
LCSW/LPC: $30.69 - $36.69
Fee-for-service: $50 to $60/hr. billable rate
Commitment bonus for eligible candidates: $2,000 for master’s-level clinicians and $4,000 for fully licensed clinicians.
Responsibilities vary by role, credentials, and required supervision, and may include:
· Serve as the primary therapist for an assigned caseload and conduct psychosocial intake assessments.
· Provide individual, group, and couples/parenting therapy, including medically necessary psychotherapy and mental health evaluations under appropriate supervision.
· Develop and update treatment plans, evaluate client needs, and complete progress reviews.
· Coordinate discharge planning, aftercare, and services with community agencies.
· Participate in treatment team meetings, case consultations, clinical supervision, and continuing education.
· Maintain timely, accurate clinical records in Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems in accordance with agency, state, and federal standards.
· Prepare reports, correspondence, and court testimony as required under program supervision.
· Interpret written, verbal, and schedule-based instructions and complete administrative calculations related to reimbursement and payroll labor distributions.
· Explore private contract work where eligible; details are discussed during interviews.
What You’ll Bring..
· A master’s degree in a behavioral or social science field for clinician roles; graduate students may be considered for applicable training or internship opportunities.
· Pennsylvania licensure or license-eligible status, as appropriate to the position, and qualifications to complete the licensing process.
· Knowledge of child, adolescent, and adult psychopathology and familiarity with therapeutic approaches and interventions.
· Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
· The ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative clinical team.
· A commitment to clinical supervision, continuing education, and applicable licensure requirements.
Benefits & Professional Growth...
Benefits and incentives vary by employment status, position, and program eligibility. Opportunities listed in our postings include:
· Flexible scheduling, an on-site gym, and a 403(b)-retirement plan with company match; a 3% for all positions.
· Quarterly productivity-based incentive bonuses.
· For eligible full-time/in-training candidates: employee and family health insurance, tuition assistance for related degrees, up to $2,500 in moving expense assistance, and a commitment bonus based on experience.
· Fully licensed individuals - Student loan forgiveness of $25,000.
· Clinical training, supervision, and consultation to support professional development and progress toward licensure.
Student & Graduate Opportunities Through BHHEP
Northern Tier Counseling participates in Pennsylvania’s Behavioral Health Education Program (BHHEP), offering paid internships and loan-forgiveness options for eligible students and recent graduates. Learn more at www.bhhep.org.
Build your outpatient career with Northern Tier Counseling. Explore the fee-for-service, full-time, or in-training opportunity that fits your experience and goals. Role-specific compensation, benefits, supervision, and eligibility details will be discussed during the hiring process.
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