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According the SAMHSA's 2023 report, 1 in 3 adolescents received some form of mental health treatment. 1 in 3!! There are a variety of factors contributing to this such as social media influence, academic pressures and increased awareness around mental health. As this number grows, so does the need for skilled, compassionate professionals who are ready to support young people through critical stages of their mental health journey. However, fewer therapists are stepping into residential roles roles. Why? It could be due to the intense, hands-on nature of residential work. It can be emotionally demanding and many therapists don’t feel supported enough to dive into it. At Mental Health Matchmakers, we see this as an opportunity to help fill these essential roles and advocate for work environments that value and support their teams. We do this by: ▶️ Prioritizing Fit: We focus on aligning therapists with programs that support not just the client, but the clinician too. ▶️ Highlighting Opportunity: Residential treatment offers the chance to make a real impact, work closely with clients, and foster deep professional growth. If you’re curious about taking on this kind of role, reach out! We’re here to answer questions and discuss what this work could look like for you. #ResidentialTreatment #TherapistCareers #MentalHealthProfessionals

📈 JOB ALERT: Mental health careers are booming! The demand for mental health care is skyrocketing across the U.S., and the field is set to grow at TRIPLE the rate of a typical job over the next decade, according to a CNN analysis of new data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. By 2033, roles like mental health counselors, therapists, social workers, and psychiatrists are expected to surge, driven by: Decreasing stigma around seeking mental health treatment Rising stress from political, economic, and environmental uncertainties A growing recognition that mental health is key to overall well-being Mental health counselors alone are projected to grow by 19%, reflecting the high demand for support with issues such as anxiety, stress, and addiction. If you’re passionate about making a difference in the mental health space, we’d love to hear from you! Reach out to our team at careers@emhla.com. #MentalHealthCareers #WorkforceGrowth #MentalHealthAwareness #HealthcareJobs #CareerOpportunities https://lnkd.in/gahvj6XC

"Peer Support Saved My Life": A story by Felishia McPherson "I began my journey as a peer support specialist accidentally. I was actually supporting my peers long before I knew there was a title, specialized trainings, career opportunities or a structured way to use my lived experience as a 'tool' to assist others on their mental health journey. [...] [...] I felt honored to be a peer. It gave me a sense of purpose and responsibility to myself and to those that often came to me seeking support (especially as our current circumstances were not conducive to hope, healing, personal growth, happiness or self-love). Upon my release, I was referred to a job as a peer support specialist. I was ecstatic to learn that the mental health recovery I sought for myself and others during my incarceration was exactly what made me qualified for the position. Peer support has been the foundation of my success as a returning citizen, not just as a career, but as a means of communicating, connecting and empowering others. I truly believe peer support saved my life." 🤍🤍🤍 Read More from the Source: hhttps://lnkd.in/ggjDiVYb #InspireIRLbyOWRN #RealLifeStoriesbyOWRN #peerrecovery #peersupport #mentalhealth #behavioralhealth #feedback #growthmindset #improvement #recovery #community #OWRN #OneWorldRecoveryNetwork

*FORWARDED AS RECEIVED* ‼️VACANCY: More vacancies in next post. If anyone is looking for a job change, or finding a job, hope this helps. #psychology #psychologyjobs #vacancies #jobalerts #psychologist #clinicalpsychologist #clinicalpsychology #counsellingpsychology #counsellor #rehabilitionpsychology #psychologystudent #psychologymajor #cfbr #industrialpsychology #organisationalpsychology #oncology

Why Mental Health Matchmakers? Recruiting for the mental health field isn't just filling roles. It's empowering passionate clinicians to make a real difference in the lives of youth. Every hire becomes a part of a larger mission to improve lives, foster healing, and create lasting change. That's why I'm passionate about supporting those who support others. #MentalHealth #Recruiting

May is Mental Health Awareness Month DOE's UCOR is addressing through an onsite Mental and Behavioral Health Program Manager DOE Workforce News. May 26, 2024, May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a national observance started in 1949 to bring attention to the importance of mental well-being. Despite recent strides, many Americans still lack access to high-quality mental health care. Consider these statistics about mental health in the United States:  - 1 in 5 U.S. adults experience mental illness each year.  - Only 47.2% of U.S. adults with mental illness received treatment in 2021. - 1 in 20 U.S. adults experiences severe mental illness each year.  - Only 65.4% of U.S. adults with serious mental illness received treatment in 2021.  - 1 in 6 U.S. youth have a mental health condition, but only half receive treatment.  - 50% of all lifetime mental illness begins by age 14, and 75% by age 24. To address this in the occupational setting, DOE's Oak Ridge Clean-up contractor, UCOR, has hired a Mental and Behavioral Health Program Manager. Learn more about Dr. Jennifer McKelvey (https://lnkd.in/ez8guret) and her services here -https://lnkd.in/eG3SP9vb #DOE.jobs #safety #DOE

#hiring Child and Adolescent Mental Health Therapist - California, San Diego, United States, $90K, fulltime #opentowork #jobs #jobseekers #careers $90K #SanDiegojobs #Californiajobs #HealthcareMedical Apply: https://lnkd.in/dkPm5Xg7 Headlight offers a multiple disciplinary approach to mental healthcare, including therapy, coaching, support groups, medication management and self-care resources. Available via virtual visits or in-person, we make mental wellness easy and accessible. Our mission is to deliver mental health services in a way that's easier and more human for everyone involved. Our values Deliver excellent service: We're determined to deliver world-class care to our clients. We build long- lasting relationships because we obsess over the details of our delivery and the quality of care. Make things easier: Getting help with mental health can be challenging and confusing for a lot of people. We remove barriers and simplify the process because it helps our clients get help and allows us to grow and help more people. Listen with empathy: Listen to each other with empathy. We value the deep understanding that creates a productive environment of collaboration, feedback, and support. Learn and Grow: We are always curious to improve our practice and our process. As we learn and grow, we can help more people, and that's what it's all about. What makes us clinician obsessed? We are a mental health organization founded and led by experienced mental health clinicians. We learn from our clinicians - Throughout our history we have listened to clinicians' feedback to improve the client and clinician experience. We do not believe the "growth at all costs" model works in mental health care. An executive team with experience leading healthcare organizations, providing stability for clinicians and greater access for clients. We prioritize your well-being and aim to prevent burnout. Our full-time W-2 clinicians are based on 25 billed hours per week, emphasizing work-life balance, flexibility, and time for self-care. Access to Continuing Education Unit

We're in the middle of a labor shortage, and the demand for qualified mental health professionals has never been higher. If you're reading this and you are (or know) a licensed mental health professional in Minnesota, we've got a unique opportunity for you. 📢 Minnesota Mental Health Professionals – Flexible Projects Available We're seeking a licensed mental health professional with a valid and active license in Minnesota as an LICSW, LPCC, LMFT, Psychologist, or PMHNP-BC to take on limited-scope projects. This is perfect if you want meaningful work with autonomy—no full-time grind, just impact on your terms. Who's this for? 1️⃣ Licensed mental health pros ready to contribute 2️⃣ Looking for flexibility and purpose 3️⃣ Passionate about helping meet critical needs Interested in applying or know someone who might be? ✅ You can find the details and apply here: https://buff.ly/4fpoxIP

Walter "Wally" Scull, LCPC joined our clinical team this year, bringing nearly a decade of experience counseling teens, adults, couples, and parents. He is a Certified Clinical Telemental Health Provider and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, currently seeing telehealth clients ages 18-85 at a community mental health setting. This Mental Health Awareness Month, we're featuring experienced providers like Wally, who are dedicated to their clients' mental health and wellbeing. "Mental health awareness is important to me because I have had personal experiences recovering from grief and loss," Wally said. "I enjoy being present, listening, and teaching my clients resiliency skills and strategies to often overcome many life challenges." 🧠 He wishes people knew there are solutions to almost everything and many great people are willing to help others in this world. His core facets of treatment are using client-centered, solution-focused, and cognitive behavioral therapies to empower clients to overcome their life challenges. "There is so much more than just listening and talking with people. Some days are very hard, but it is the recovery wins, where we get to see our clients overcome their adversity, that keep me in this profession." 👏 To practice self care, Wally said he tries to get outside and walk daily, read inspirational stories, practice mindfulness and prayer, and hike and kayak as much as possible. His most memorable moment at IPC was this past Veteran's Day, "when the IPC team offered this veteran an excellent employment opportunity to help others overcome mental health challenges. One of the most patriotic things a successful organization can do is to offer employment to a highly qualified veteran with varied life experiences." 💙 In the past, Wally has worked as an in-home family counselor, traveling school therapist serving students ages 4 to 18, an armed forces career and college counselor, and, most recently, as an online licensed clinical professional counselor. His advice to future professionals: "Research and training have shown me that one of the first steps an individual can make is to first take a quality career interest inventory or assessment." 📝 Thank you for sharing, Wally! We truly appreciate your presence! #mentalhealthawarenessmonth #providerinsights #mentalhealthmatters #providerspotlight #behavioralhealth #mentalhealth #counselor #counseling #lcpc #licensedcounselor #telehealth #mentalhealthcounselor #thankyou

WHOOPS! Session in 2 minutes. Therapists, quick vibe check: are you getting enough time for breaks in between sessions? When you’re seeing 8 to 10 clients per day (as one member of our Supervision Insiders facebook community recently said), how do you have time for you?? Therapists, how many clients are you seeing in a day, on average? BIG thanks to @healthinsightcounseling for this one—make sure you give them a follow! . . . . The CSD exists to connect Clinical Supervisors to resources, to new residents, and to each other so that we can change the future of the mental health field. If you’re a Clinical Supervisor, we want to meet you! Send us a DM. #clinicalsupervision #therapisttotherapists #clinicalsupervisors #lmft #lcsw