Pediatric Clinical Therapist

Pediatric Clinical Therapist

Reports to : Clinical Supervisor and Little Blossoms Education Director

Allied Behavioral Health Solutions is a locally owned organization focusing on collaborating with individuals, families, medical providers, and communities to create better outcomes for all. This position will work out of the Resilient Roots Family Wellness Center (RRFWC) in Smyrna, a community space that includes clinical outpatient psychotherapy and medication management across the lifespan, intensive outpatient programming for perinatal mental health and children aged 8-12, a community hub, and Little Blossoms Early Learning & Development Center, a therapeutic preschool with inclusion classes for children 6 weeks - 5 years of age (pre-K).

The ideal candidate will be passionate about supporting parents, infants, children, and families in meeting their mental health and educational goals.

Primary Functions of this role :

To provide outpatient individual, family, group, and IOP counseling for pediatric and adolescent aged clients and their families in a high volume practice.

To offer on site clinical support to Little Blossoms educators and students to address both typically developing children and those with additional social, emotional, and behavioral needs.

Primary Responsibilities

Provide individual / family / group counseling services utilizing evidence-based practices for approximately 15 sessions a week with some evening availability.

Collaborate with education staff and engage in weekly treatment team meetings to provide therapeutic support on site to children with additional needs in the classroom.

Commitment to learning and utilizing a variety of evidence-based practices including but not limited to TF-CBT, CPP, TARGET, CPC-CBT, and / or DBT as well as tiered systems of support within educational settings including Pyramid Model and Conscious Discipline.

Provide education regarding behavioral health needs to staff and families as needed.

Appropriately assess and diagnose identified client, per insurance requirements.

Develop appropriate treatment plans for identified client(s).

Maintain timely session and billing documentation.

Engage in weekly clinical supervision.

Required Skills and Abilities :

Excellent oral and written communication skills reflecting professional knowledge and demeanor in all forms of communication.

Ability to build strong rapport with children, adolescents, and families quickly.

Capacity to work individually and in a family context.

Ability to remain calm and effectively manage crisis situations.

Capacity to work effectively in an interdisciplinary team.

Capability to collect data and engage in appropriate feedback.

Minimum Requirements :

Master's in Counseling, Social Work, or related discipline.

Must be eligible to obtain temporary LPC or LMSW within six months of hiring.

Must be committed to seeking independent licensure as an LPC-MHSP or LCSW within a reasonable timeline.

LPC-MHSP, LCSW, or related licensure is preferred.

Experience working with diverse cultures and backgrounds.

Proficiency in Microsoft OFFICE, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.

Experience working in a medical and / or clinical setting is preferred.

Benefits :

Paid clinical supervision for pre-licensure clinicians.

A yearly continuing education / materials stipend as well as paid training in evidence based practices.

Insurance credentialing and support in client management, scheduling, and billing.

PTO and medical benefits for full time staff.

Location : Smyrna, TN

Compensation : $52,000 - $58,000

Non-Discrimination Statement :

In accordance with Federal civil rights law, regulations and policies, Allied Behavioral Health Solutions, LLC does not discriminate in the hiring of or provision of services to persons based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, income status, political beliefs, or any other similar characteristics of individuals.