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Future Professional Counselor (LMFT or LPC)

The Arc of the Ozarks
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Make an Impact and Transform Lives Through Counseling & Support!

Are you passionate about helping individuals navigate social, emotional, and behavioral challenges? The Arc of the Ozarks is seeking a Master’s Level Clinician to join our mission-driven team at the Autism & Neurodevelopmental Center. Here, you’ll work alongside a dedicated team of professionals, making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and families in need of expert care and support.

 

Why Join The Arc of the Ozarks?

We offer competitive pay, experience-based wages, and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance.
  • Employer-Paid Life Insurance & AD&D Coverage.
  • Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with up to a 4% employer match after one year.
  • Generous Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays to support work-life balance.
  • Professional Growth: Annual wage increase potential and opportunities for advancement.
  • Wellness & Support: Employee Assistance Program and Wellness Program.
  • Sign-On Bonus Available!

 

About the Role

As a Master’s Level Clinician (MLC) at our Autism & Neurodevelopmental Center, you will:

  • Provide Counseling & Crisis Support: Deliver individual and group therapy, as well as crisis intervention for clients experiencing emotional and behavioral challenges.
  • Develop & Implement Treatment Plans: Use evidence-based approaches to guide therapeutic interventions tailored to each client’s needs.
  • Conduct Assessments & Referrals: Provide testing within your scope of licensure and refer clients to additional community resources when appropriate.
  • Support Positive Behavior Strategies: Train staff members on general and client-specific positive behavior supports.
  • Build Community Connections: Act as a liaison between clients and community resources, ensuring a holistic approach to care.
  • Foster Client Progress & Growth: Maintain strong therapeutic relationships, track progress, and provide ongoing support throughout the therapy process.

What We’re Looking For

  • Education: Master’s Degree in Special Education, Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Sociology, or Counseling.
    Licensure: Must be able to obtain and maintain licensure as an LPC or LMFT. Provisional licensure will be considered.
    Experience: Prior experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, or mental illness.
     

Key Skills:

  • Strong reasoning, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Ability to build effective therapeutic relationships and guide clients through the treatment process.
  • Empathetic, emotionally stable, and committed to data-driven, research-based interventions.

Ready to Change Lives? Apply Today!

Join a compassionate team dedicated to supporting individuals and families in need. Apply today and become part of a team that truly makes a difference!

 

Call us at 417-771-3700 (Ask for the Talent Acquisition Team)
Email: Jobs@thearcoftheozarks.org (Include your name and the position/location you’re interested in)

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Join The Arc of the Ozarks and be part of a compassionate, innovative team changing lives every day!

 

The Arc of the Ozarks is an Equal Opportunity Employer