Clinical Therapist
Listed compensation
$57k-$72k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Valley Healthcare System, Inc., formerly known as the Community Health Center of South Columbus, has proudly served the Chattahoochee Valley and surrounding areas since 1994. Our patient-centered, team-based model delivers high-quality medical, dental, vision, outreach, behavioral health, and pharmacy services, regardless of a person’s circumstances.
Position Summary
Valley Healthcare System is seeking a dedicated Clinical Therapist to join our behavioral health team. This is a full-time, on-site position that combines outpatient therapy services. The Clinical Therapist will work with a diverse clientele, addressing mental health, behavioral health, and emotional challenges across the lifespan.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide individual, group, and family therapy to clients with varying needs.
- Develop and implement treatment plans tailored to each client’s goals and needs.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate care and referrals.
- Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.
- Participate in regular supervision sessions for guidance and professional growth.
- Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices.
Requirements
Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field.
Clinical licensure (e. g., LMSW, LPC-Intern, or equivalent).
Knowledge of the DSM for accurate assessment and diagnosis.
Familiarity with psychotherapy modalities (e. g., CBT, Person-Centered, Family Systems).
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Valid driver’s license, dependable vehicle, and car insurance.
- Commitment to ethical practice and ongoing professional development.
- Compliance & Confidentiality
- Adhere to HIPAA Privacy & Security policies.
- Safeguard all PHI, computer access credentials, and patient data per facility protocols.
- All staff are required to sign and comply with a Pledge of Confidentiality.
- Violations may lead to disciplinary action, including termination.
Physical & Environmental Requirements
- This role involves both administrative and clinical tasks.
- Must be able to stand, walk, bend, lift, and work under occasional stress and varied hours.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $57,360.00 - $71,699.00 Yearly
- 100% Employer-Paid Medical Coverage and Long-term Disability Coverage
- No-cost Dental and Vision Services at our Clinics – Additional Dental, Vision, and Short-term Disability Coverage is available for purchase at a reduce cost.
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Competitive salary
- CME and expense reimbursement
- Generous paid time off and holidays
Join our mission to take compassionate mental health care accessible to families across the Chattahoochee Valley!
Key Responsibilities
The Clinical Therapist will provide individual, group, and family therapy while developing tailored treatment plans for diverse clients. They will also collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate care and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 40% are remote, 38% have no call, 66% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Georgia is 96.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$65k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $67k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Georgia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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