MYPAC Therapist-Moss Point, Mississippi

At Health Connect America, we are dedicated to making connections happen every day by cultivating growth, belonging, and wellness for our teammates. Join our team as a Mississippi Youth Programs Around the Clock (MYPAC) Therapist and make a profound impact on the lives of Mississippi's youth. We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate therapist to join our organization. At MYPAC, we are committed to providing comprehensive mental health services to young people, empowering them to overcome challenges and thrive in their communities.

Am I a Good Fit?
If you are passionate about working with adolescents and are dedicated to helping them navigate life's challenges, you could be an excellent fit for this role. We are seeking a therapist with experience in youth mental health counseling, strong communication skills, and the ability to build trusting relationships with clients. The ideal candidate will be culturally competent, adaptable, and committed to the well-being of Mississippi's youth.

What Will I Be Doing?
As a MYPAC Therapist, you will play a pivotal role in providing individual and group therapy to adolescents ages 12-17 who are enrolled in our programs. Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting comprehensive mental health assessments to identify clients' needs and develop treatment plans.
• Providing evidence-based therapeutic interventions to address a range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and behavioral issues.
• Collaborating with clients, their families, and other members of the treatment team to create holistic and individualized care plans.
• Monitoring clients' progress and making adjustments to treatment as needed to ensure positive outcomes.
• Facilitating psychoeducational groups and workshops on topics such as coping skills, anger management, and social skills development.
• Maintaining accurate and timely documentation of client sessions, treatment plans, and progress notes in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
• Participating in multidisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, and supervision sessions to enhance clinical skills and promote a supportive work environment

Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in human services discipline, including, but not limited to: Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Counseling, Criminal Justice, etc.) and 2 years’ experience working with children (experience can include internships, volunteer work, etc.) 

If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of Mississippi's youth and contribute to a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in mental health care, we encourage you to apply for the MYPAC Therapist position today.

Health Connect America and its companies are a multi-state, community mental health, behavioral health, family preservation, and therapeutic foster care services provider(s). It is the mission of Health Connect America to create quality, affordable opportunities for individuals and families to achieve their greatest potential in a safe, positive living environment.

We encourage wellness for our staff by offering competitive compensation and benefits to our full-time team members including medical, vision/dental, 401K, Health Savings Account with company contribution, and paid time off. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program including 8 counseling sessions per year to promote emotional wellbeing.

Health Connect America and its companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis forbidden under federal, state, or local law.