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Posted: 23-Jan-25
Location: Urbandale, Iowa
Type: Full Time
Salary: From $45 per hour
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Internal Number: RCC1
Job Title: Marriage and Family Therapist (CoTherapy Specialist) –
Join a Unique CoTherapy™ Team!
Company: Real Connections Counseling, LLC
Location: Flexible (Remote/In-Office)
Job Type: Part-time or Full-time, Flexible Hours, Intrapreneurial Role
Compensation: Competitive and relational hourly pay structure with benefits for full-time employees, including dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, a 3% investment match, paid clinical meetings, and a growth-focused education stipend based on client caseload.
Join Our Distinctive Real Connections CoTherapy Team Experience:
At Real Connections Counseling, LLC, we deliver more than therapy—we offer a transformative, faith-driven relational experience that accelerates healing through our groundbreaking CoTherapy™* model. As leaders in this innovative approach, we pair two highly trained therapists in every session, providing clients with dual perspectives that drive deeper insights and faster breakthroughs. Our standard 80 to 85-minute CoTherapy sessions* (with optional intensives) enable couples to experience profound, lasting change through relational modeling and a truly unique therapeutic process.
Specializing in helping couples navigate life’s most significant challenges, we offer a premium, personalized therapeutic journey guided by skilled CoTherapists committed to excellence and alignment with our faith-centered mission. We are seeking exceptional marriage and family therapists who share our vision to provide this unparalleled experience to our clients.
If you’re ready to be part of a team redefining relational therapy, let’s connect!
Why Join Real Connections Counseling, LLC?
- Innovative CoTherapy Model™
Join a faith-driven team where collaboration is at the heart of healing. As a CoTherapist,
you’ll partner with another therapist in every session, offering clients a uniquely rich and balanced dual perspective that accelerates growth and transformation. This innovative approach not only deepens creativity and connection in therapy but also helps you conserve energy, leaving you refreshed and inspired at the end of the day. Experience the power of working together.
- Flexibility, Autonomy, and Work/Life Balance
We value your time. With flexible scheduling and paid clinical meetings, we prioritize work-life integration, enabling you to thrive both personally and professionally. Design a work schedule that suits your life while maintaining the ability to work remotely or in-person allowing you to balance commitments without compromising on client care.
- Growth-Oriented Environment
We don’t just hire therapists—we invest in innovators. You’ll be empowered to bring creative ideas to the table, contribute to our CoTherapy model’s evolution, and challenge team members to learn new skills!
We are also committed to your professional development. Based on your client caseload, we offer an education stipend to help you grow into a world-class therapist. Our ongoing clinical mentorship and professional development programs ensure you stay at the cutting edge of the field.
- Valuable Benefits & Compensation
Enjoy competitive pay, paid onboarding training hours, and outside opportunities with significant earning potential. We offer dental, vision, and life insurance, a 3% investment match, and short and long-term disability coverage to safeguard your well-being (with some hours-based limitations).
- Collaborative, Team-Driven Culture
You won’t be working in isolation. We pay for meeting times and foster a culture of collaboration where every voice is heard and valued. Our team is united in modeling healthy relational dynamics and delivering transformative care.
About You:
We are seeking passionate Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists who care about delivering a high-end, relational therapeutic experience. You have an entrepreneurial spirit and are eager to be part of a practice that values innovation, empathy, professional growth, and excellence. You understand that exceptional therapy goes beyond the session—it’s about building lasting connections that transform lives. We will also consider Licensed Mental Health Counselors or Professional Counselors with significant couples training and/or experience.
Key Responsibilities & Skills:
- Deliver Exceptional Relational Counseling: Work collaboratively with a CoTherapist to offer couples a unique, high-impact experience that cultivates deep and lasting change.
- Compassion and Insight: Possess a deep understanding of the complexities couples face, especially those dealing with chronic pain or illness, grief and loss, infidelity, or other relational stressors.
- Team Collaboration: Participate in ongoing clinical meetings, CoTherapy session debriefs, business development, and continuing education opportunities to expand your skills and expertise.
- Entrepreneurial Approach: Build your client base with the support of our innovative marketing strategies and the benefits of a truly collaborative team. Your voice matters—whether offering clinical insights or marketing ideas, you’ll contribute to a dynamic environment where creativity, spirit and growth thrive.
- Model Healthy Dynamics: Our unique approach involves demonstrating and modeling healthy connections between CoTherapists for our clients, including conflict resolution and good communication.
What We’re Looking For:
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or equivalent, with a minimum of 3 years of experience and a passion for couples counseling.
- Commitment to Collaboration and Relational Excellence: Ability to work seamlessly with a co-therapist, providing clients with a dual perspective and the ultimate collaborative experience.
- Intrapreneurial (Entrepreneurial) Spirit: We want a self-driven professional who is proactive and growth-oriented. You must be willing to build your own client base alongside the clients provided by Real Connections Counseling, LLC.
- Champion of Connection and Healing: Skills to guide couples through challenges such as chronic illness, pain, relational breakdowns, grief and loss, infidelity, infertility, conflict resolution, and life transitions like empty-nesting, moving, or career adjustments
- Dedication to Quality: A genuine passion for delivering high-quality, empathetic care to clients with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement. Our practice is dedicated to providing counseling services grounded in faith-based principles, offering compassionate care to clients within a Christian worldview. Seeking therapists who align with our mission and are committed to integrating faith into therapy in a meaningful way.
Why This Role is Different:
At Real Connections Counseling, you’re not just a therapist—you’re part of a team transforming lives through genuine connection and relational healing. Join a supportive, enriching culture that values your expertise and vision. Let’s connect!
How to Apply:
Ready to make a real impact? Submit your resume and cover letter showcasing your experience, passion for relational therapy, and why you’re a perfect fit for our CoTherapy system. We are excited to learn how you’ll enrich our mission at Real Connections!
Real Connections Counseling
Where Connection Meets Transformation. A Premium, Relational Approach to Therapy.
Email: info@realconnectionscounseling.com
Website: www.realconnectionscounseling.com
Contact: 515-635-1805 (Rick & Monique Elgersma, LMFT)
Location: 2540 106th St, Ste. 202, Urbandale, IA
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $45.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week
Benefits:
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 4-hour shift
- 8-hour shift
- Choose your hours
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Education:
- Master's (Required)
Experience:
- Clinical counseling: 3 years (Required)
Language:
- English (Required)
License/Certification:
- LMFT (Required)
- LMHC (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Urbandale, IA 50322 (Required)
Work Location: In-person and telehealth
Education:
- Master's (Required)
Experience:
- Clinical counseling: 3 years (Required)
Language:
- English (Required)
License/Certification:
- LMFT (Required)
- LMHC (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Urbandale, IA 50322 (Required)
Work Location: In-person and telehealth
