• Outpatient Therapist

    EasterSeals Iowa (Des Moines, IA)


    Outpatient Therapist

     

    Des Moines, IA (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=401+NE+66TH+AVE+Des+Moines+IA+USA+50313) • Brain Health

     

    Job Type

     

    Full-time, Part-time

    Description

    Are you a licensed mental health professional passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities? Easterseals Iowa is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Outpatient Therapist to join our Brain Health team. This is an opportunity to provide meaningful, trauma-informed care in a supportive, mission-driven environment.

    What You’ll Do:

    As an Outpatient Therapist, you will:

    + Provide individual, family, and group therapy to clients and their support systems.

    + Conduct clinical assessments and develop personalized treatment plans.

    + Deliver evidence-based, trauma-informed, and culturally competent interventions.

    + Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support holistic care.

    + Advocate for clients at organizational, local, and policy levels.

    + Maintain accurate and timely documentation.

    Our Values in Action:

    At Easterseals Iowa, we live by our values:

    + Integrity: We advocate for our clients and ensure their needs are met with transparency and care.

    + Customer-Focused: We tailor our services to meet each client’s unique needs.

    + Independence: We empower clients and support staff to make informed decisions.

    + Respect: We maintain confidentiality and treat everyone with dignity.

    + Shared Purpose: We work as a team to provide exceptional care.

    + Excellence: We are committed to continuous learning and improvement.

    Additional Benefits:

    + Paid Time Off: 20 days in your first year

    + Professional Development: CEU allotments and paid professional association dues

    + Clinical Supervision: Provided toward independent licensure

    + Flexible Work Options: In-office, community-based, and telehealth services

     

    We currently have one part-time (hourly) opening. The Part Time position is paid hourly wage at a rate between $24 to $35 per hour. Wages can vary depending on license level and experience. This is a weekend-only option.

     

    The interview process consists of 1st phone interview with Recruitment and Talent Development Coordinator and 2nd Interview Department Team Leader.

    Requirements

    What You Bring:

    + Required: Licensed mental health professional in the state of Iowa (LISW, LMSW, LMHC, t-LMHC, LMFT, t-LMFT).

    + Preferred: Experience working with individuals with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities.

    + Strong communication skills—both written and verbal.

    + Knowledge of trauma and its impact on individuals and families.

    + Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

    + Flexibility to work at least one evening per week and provide services in-office and via telehealth.