Contract Mental Health Professional
Child/Adolescent/Family Therapist
Part-time (1-2 days/week)
Position Summary:
Equest, a 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to change lives through the human-horse connection, is looking for a fully licensed mental health professional (LPC, LCSW, LMFT) to be a contract counselor at Equest in Dallas, TX.
The Mental Health Professional must have at least 5 years of training and clinical experience working with children, adolescents, and families, as this will be the primary clientele. Strong candidates will have interest/training/experience in trauma recovery, family systems, play therapy, military issues, and animal-assisted therapy (equine-assisted preferred). The Mental Health Professional must be available 1 to 2 days per week with availability at least one evening or Saturday.
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Equest is located in Southern Dallas, on the edge of the beautiful Trinity Forest.
Please contact: Leslie West, Counseling Program Manager at lwest@equest.org
Requirements
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Applicants must pass a criminal background check and drug screen
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Resume and references required for consideration (submit all in one document)
Major Areas of Responsibility:
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Provide high quality, compassionate and ethical outpatient mental health therapy to clients as scheduled.
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Complete clinical documentation within 1 week of date of service.
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Actively participate as a positive member of the Equest environment.
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Maintain good standing with the appropriate board.
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Maintain professional liability insurance.
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Stay current with updated research and best practices.
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Be aware of community referral sources and refer when necessary.
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Secure client information per HIPAA standards.
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Maintain case files within electronic health record (EHR) that are up to date.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
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Knowledge of family systems and their impact on mental health within the family.
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Skill in applying animal assisted therapy with individuals/families.
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Skill in working with a variety of cultures.
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Skill in working independently and implementing time management strategies.
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Ability to provide necessary self-care.
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Ability to demonstrate positive team interactions with other clinical staff and horse specialists.
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Awareness of personal strengths and appropriate timing for referrals.
Education and Experience:
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A master’s or doctoral degree in a mental health-related field.
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Must be licensed in the state of Texas.