Pre-Licensed Psychotherapist

Description

Pre-Licensed Therapist

Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN

Job Title: Pre-Licensed Therapist

Requirement: Previous group practice experience (or related outpatient practice experience)

Location: Minneapolis, current sites with availability: LynLake building and NE site on Broadway

Schedule: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking a Pre-Licensed Psychotherapist. This role is designed for individuals who have completed their master's or doctoral degree in a mental health-related field and are working toward licensure. This position provides an opportunity to gain valuable clinical experience under the supervision of a licensed clinician while providing psychotherapy and support to clients.

As a Pre-Licensed Therapist, you will be dedicated to delivering exceptional outpatient client care in a collaborative setting. Your primary responsibilities will encompass conducting diagnostic assessments and administering targeted treatment, drawing from an array of culturally responsive, trauma-informed and diverse therapeutic modalities, including individual, couples, family, and/or group psychotherapy. Your caseload may include individuals presenting with depression, anxiety, trauma, significant life changes, ADHD, and other mental health symptoms and developmental concerns, thus necessitating experience across a broad spectrum of client profiles and conditions.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct client assessments to understand mental health conditions and treatment needs.
• Assist in the development of individualized care plans and treatment goals.
• Provide individual, couples, family and/or group therapy sessions using evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
• Teach coping skills, stress management, and emotional regulation techniques.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records, including assessment notes, progress notes, and treatment plans.
• Complete all required documentation in compliance with ethical and legal standards.
• Participate in regular clinical supervision sessions with a licensed clinician to enhance clinical skills and receive feedback.
• Adhere to ethical guidelines and receive guidance on clinical decision-making.
• Advocate for clients' needs and rights, assisting them in navigating mental health challenges.
• Collaborate with other healthcare providers and community agencies to ensure comprehensive care.
• Pursue ongoing professional development and continuing education to meet licensure requirements and stay current with best practices.

About us

LynLake Centers for WellBeing is an integrative group mental health and wellness practice with over 250 interdisciplinary clinicians and staff. We are innovative, inclusive, and relational and our goal is to embody our core values of creativity, integrity, and inclusivity while providing excellent mental health care and optimal clinician work experience. We have multiple office locations across the Twin Cities, MN and we offer both in-person and remote/hybrid services.

Our work environment includes:

• Modern office setting
• Work-from-home option
• Growth opportunities
• Integrative coordination of care
• In-house referrals
• Credentialing and billing support
• Autonomy and accountability
• Trauma-informed business development
• Clinical consultation and professional education events offered
• Flexible schedule

Building Features:

• State-of-the-art facility with modern finishes and a beautiful floor plan.
• Spacious offices with plenty of natural light.

Additional Details:

• Full-time or part-time (FT preferred) W2 employee positions available for pre-licensed providers.
• All pay is commissions-based compensation based on billable services.
• Please note: We do not offer salaried positions.
• Full benefits package available for W2 providers billing an average of 24+ client hours/week.

Requirements

Education:

• Master's or doctoral degree in clinical psychology, counseling, social work, or a related mental health field from an accredited program required.

Licensures/Certifications:

• Enrollment in a pre-licensure program, if required by your licensing board (For MSWs, LGSW license required).

Strongly Preferred:

• Previous work or internship experience providing outpatient psychotherapy in a group practice or mental health clinic.
• Strong knowledge of therapeutic techniques, evidence-based interventions, and ethical guidelines.

One or more of the following specialties:

• Works with children under the age of 13 years old
• Trained in Trauma/PTSD (EMDR; ART; Somatic Experiencing; Sensorimotor Psychotherapy; Brainspotting; Internal Family Systems (IFS); DBT; Neurofeedback) and/or Sex therapy.
• Experience or training working with: Neurodivergence (ADHD and ASD), addiction, eating disorders, aging/older clients ( and able to accept Medicare), Alzheimer's/Dementia, unhoused clients, Women's health (fertility, postpartum, perinatal, etc.

Trauma informed BIPoC, AAPI, LGBTQIA2+ and multilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.