A Meaningful Career in Community Behavioral Health

Plains Area Mental Health is seeking a Licensed Therapist to join our behavioral health team in Carroll, Iowa. This is an opportunity to provide meaningful outpatient care while working alongside psychiatric providers, case managers, peer support specialists, and other behavioral health professionals.

Our team focuses on accessible, coordinated behavioral healthcare for individuals and families in the communities we serve. If you value collaboration, clinical independence, and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those you serve, we would welcome the opportunity to connect with you.

Schedule & Work Environment

This is a full-time opportunity with a Monday through Friday schedule and one scheduled evening each week. The position is generally 30–40 hours per week, with a preference for a 40-hour schedule that can be discussed based on the candidate's availability.

The position begins with in-person work and may transition to a hybrid arrangement after onboarding and establishment of an appropriate telehealth caseload. Hybrid scheduling may include up to two remote days per week. Occasional travel to satellite offices may also be required.

Compensation & Benefits

The salary range for this position is $60,000–$80,000 annually depending on experience, with a bilingual differential available.

Full benefits are available for positions of 30 hours or more and include health, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) matching, paid time off, paid holidays, continuing education opportunities, and other available programs.

Your Role

In this position, you will provide outpatient behavioral health services to children and adults while developing individualized treatment approaches based on each client's needs.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conduct behavioral health evaluations and assessments.
• Provide individual counseling and therapeutic services.
• Develop and maintain individualized treatment plans.
• Coordinate care with clients, families, providers, and other members of the care team.
• Participate in clinical consultation and team-based treatment planning.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation.
• Respond appropriately to behavioral health crises and changing client needs.
• Participate in paid on-call responsibilities as required.
• Provide clinical support and mentorship to temporary licensed clinicians when appropriate.

Collaborative Approach to Care

At Plains Area Mental Health, therapists work as part of a broader behavioral healthcare team. You will have opportunities to collaborate with psychiatric providers, case managers, peer support specialists, and other professionals to help coordinate care and support positive outcomes for clients.

This team-based environment provides therapists with access to clinical collaboration while allowing you to build meaningful relationships with the individuals and families you serve.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related field.
• Current Iowa licensure as an LMHC, LISW, or LMFT.
• Valid Iowa driver's license.
• Bilingual skills are preferred.

Additional Benefits & Opportunities

Plains Area Mental Health offers a comprehensive benefits package and professional support designed to help clinicians build a rewarding career in community behavioral health.

Available programs and benefits may include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) matching.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Continuing education opportunities.
• NHSC loan repayment eligibility.
• Relocation assistance.
• Additional bonus opportunities, where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Plains Area Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.