As a Military & First Responder Mental Health Specialist, you will play a crucial role in supporting this population through providing therapy and administrative support to the unique needs of first responders, military personnel and their families, and maintaining the relationships with our community partners. Your responsibilities will encompass conducting therapy sessions, psychoeducation, and maintaining organizational relationships (both internal and external) to support our mission of serving this population. Comprehensive support, including regular individual supervision, group supervision, and staff meetings, will be provided to ensure your professional growth and development.
Under the direction of your assigned clinical supervisor and our Chief Clinical Officer, the Military & First Responder Mental Health Specialist is entrusted with the following responsibilities:
- Conducting comprehensive therapy sessions and psychological assessments with first responders, military personnel, and their families to understand their unique needs and challenges.
- Providing evidence-based mental health counseling and psychotherapy tailored specifically for the specialized needs of first responders and military personnel.
- Identifying culturally appropriate treatment modalities to address the diverse experiences and individual requirements of first responders and military personnel.
- Collaborating with clients to establish therapeutic goals and develop personalized treatment plans aimed at fostering resilience and growth.
- Empowering clients through strength-based approaches, equipping them with resources and strategies to enhance coping skills and gain insight.
- Assisting in the advancement of the Military & First Responder Mental Health program by assisting in the development of a robust team of providers with competence in military and first responder mental health.
- Developing and maintaining relationships with external community partners to create and advance our ability to best serve this population.
- Sharing expertise and knowledge by delivering educational presentations to staff on relevant topics and participating in Continuing Education Unit (CEU) training sessions alongside licensed clinicians.
This role presents an extraordinary opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the mental health and well-being of those who dedicate their lives to serving and protecting our communities within the First Responders & Military Program.
In order to be an approved Pillars Provider, we will need you to possess the following:
- Valid mental health licensure LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, LCAC, LPCC, Clinical Psychology PsyD/PhD (independent or provisional)
- National Provider Identifier (NPI number)
- Completed Council for Affordable Quality Healthcare CAQH application
- Individual professional malpractice liability insurance policy ($1mil/$3mil)
Why Clinicians Choose Pillars
Career growth is our goal! Pillars works to help you create your ideal caseload working with a population that you enjoy.
Leadership Development
Our goal is our team members\' growth. Whether you are a newly licensed clinician or an intern, we have created an organization that has unlimited potential. We are invested in the personal and professional growth of our team.
Scheduling
When school is in session, your client schedule fits nicely within school hours, and during school holidays and breaks, you have the flexibility to manage your schedule and caseload to best meet your needs, so you’re able to provide the care to yourself and therefore be the most effective therapist you can be.
No Cost to You
We provide the administrative support that you need to focus on your clinical work, with insurance claim submission, eligibility verification, recruitment, contract negotiations, etc. We take care of the hassles of clinical practice, so our clinicians can be the experts their clients need!
Your Wellness is Our Passion
Wellness looks different to all of us and we aim to help you find that balance to be your best self. We believe that having healthy and happy clinicians on our team allows us to provide the best services to our community.
Benefits
- Salaried Position
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Competitive Compensation
- Individual Clinician Marketing
- Flexible Schedule
- Work-from-home opportunities
- Paid Holidays
- Vacation time
- Leadership/Growth Opportunities
- Wellness Days
- Tuition discount at Purdue Global University
