Plains Area Mental Health

Plains Area Mental Health Improving quality of life at affordable prices! Visit our website for free mental health screenings! During the first year, 166 patients were seen. Our mission?

Plains Area Mental Health is a mental health care company based out of 180 10th St SE, Le Mars, IA 51031. In 1972, after years of planning and deliberation, the Plains Area Mental Health Center proudly opened its doors one day a week and began serving the residents of Plymouth County. Over the years, the organization has grown and changed in response to community needs across the region. Today, Plains Area Mental Health Center has offices in many locations across Northwest Iowa. Our staff includes trained and experienced doctors, nurses, counselors, therapists and support staff. We are proud of the many benefits and services we provide for people of all ages across the region. We have offices in Le Mars, Orange City, Cherokee, Ida Grove, Storm Lake, Carroll, Denison, Lake City, Sac City, Spirit Lake, Emmetsburg, and Rock Rapids. To provide affordable quality mental health services to the people of the communities we serve, respecting each individual’s dignity, worth, and potential for growth. Ensuring an environment of confidentiality and dedication – we put our people first. We offer a plethora of mental health services to all at affordable prices. Here at Plains Area Mental Health, we understand that everyone has a different situation. That is why we build a plan best suited to your individual needs. What are you waiting for? Connect with us and improve your quality of life! Free Online Mental Health Screenings are available at our company website:
https://plainsareamentalhealth.org/

If you are looking for employment at Plains Area mental Health you can see our job postings and apply on our company website: https://plainsareamentalhealth.org/careers/

Due to the inclement weather, Plains Area Mental Health Center's Carroll office will be operating on a virtual format, a...
02/20/2026

Due to the inclement weather, Plains Area Mental Health Center's Carroll office will be operating on a virtual format, and our Denison office will be opening at 10:00 am, Friday, February 20th, 2026.

If you are experiencing an emergency, please call 888-546-0730.

Visit our website: https://plainsareamentalhealth.org/

02/19/2026
02/18/2026

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Reserve your spot at our upcoming Mental Health First Aid Trainings right now!Register for free here ➡️https://www.plain...
02/17/2026

Reserve your spot at our upcoming Mental Health First Aid Trainings right now!

Register for free here ➡️https://www.plainsareamentalhealth.org/events/⬅️

These trainings are scheduled for April 1st-2nd, 2026, at Western Iowa Tech Community College, 200 Victory Dr, Cherokee, IA 51012. There are two separate sessions you may chose from. The morning session runs from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm and the afternoon session runs from 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm.

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among individuals.

Registration is open! Visit our website to view and register for our upcoming events! https://www.plainsareamentalhealth.org/events/

Become our next Psychotherapist today! https://www.plainsareamentalhealth.org/careers/PAMHC has immediate openings for f...
02/17/2026

Become our next Psychotherapist today!

https://www.plainsareamentalhealth.org/careers/

PAMHC has immediate openings for full-time Psychotherapists in our Denison, Carroll, and Storm Lake locations. Positions are hybrid with in-person and up to two remote telehealth days once telehealth case load can be supported. Full time is a minimum of 30 hours per week with full benefits, looking to fill 40 hours per week, but hours are negotiable.

Position Summary:
Assess children and adults through diagnostic interviews and decide on appropriate diagnosis and treatment. Provides consultation on a case, program, or community basis. Performs psychotherapy and brief counseling to children, adolescents, and adults in an outpatient setting. Provide emergency services and interventions as needed. Regular review and consultation with the Team for consistent communication and treatment for better outcomes for clients. Work with internal Case Managers on referrals to Psychiatric, Community Support, Habilitation, Peer Support, and other appropriate programs. Completes documentation according to the documentation submission standards for the Center. Required periodic on-call rotation, on-call pay above base salary.

Salary Range: Temporary Licensed - $60,000 to $70,000 base salary (30-40 hours per week) depending on experience. Fully Licensed - $71,000 to $80,000 base salary (30-40 hours per week) depending on experience.

Benefits:
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- PTO – 160 Hours first year with annual Increases
- 7 Paid Holidays
- 401k Retirement Plan – Up to 5% Company Match
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Short-term and Long-term Disability
- Monthly and Annual Incentives/Bonuses – ability to earn an additional $10,000 plus annually
- Continuing Education Funds/Hours available after three months of employment with incremental increases
- Approved Sites for NHSC Loan Repayment
- Relocation Funds Available and Negotiable
- EMDR and PCIT Training within First Year of Employment
- Supervision for Full Licensure for Temp Licensed
- Team-based care including Case Managers, Peer Support, Community Support, RNs, Psychiatric NPs and PAs, and a Board-Certified Psychiatrist, Access to Plains Area Crisis Response Staff 24/7
- Opportunities for fully licensed to provide clinical supervision for licensure for temp licensed

View and apply for our open positions here: https://www.plainsareamentalhealth.org/careers

02/16/2026

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Learn about the different types of bipolar disorder, signs & symptoms, treatment options, and how to find help. samhsa.gov/mental-health/bipolar

02/16/2026
Become our next Community Services Worker today! https://www.plainsareamentalhealth.org/careers/PAMHC is seeking a full-...
02/14/2026

Become our next Community Services Worker today!

https://www.plainsareamentalhealth.org/careers/

PAMHC is seeking a full-time Community Services Worker based in our Spirit Lake Location. Travel required. Position primarily involves performing the duties of a Community Support and HCBS Habilitation worker on an outpatient basis with adults with a serious and persistent mental illness. Position is 40 hours per week Monday through Friday with occasional evening work.

Position Summary:
Provide supportive services, skill building, behavioral intervention, and crisis planning services to adults with a serious mental illness while utilizing community support or habilitation services. Services are provided to individuals in their homes and community settings.

Salary Range: $22.29-$24.51

Benefits:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- PTO – 160 hours first year
- 7 paid holidays
- 401k retirement plan – 5% company match
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Monthly and annual incentives/bonuses
- Continuing education funds/hours available after one year
- Approved sites for NHSC Loan Repayment

View and apply for our open positions here: https://www.plainsareamentalhealth.org/careers

02/13/2026
02/12/2026

👉The YMCA has partnered up with many OUTSTANDING community companies to offer FREE Monthly Education Series to the public! 😁

All you have to do is register your name for class by using the QR Code or go online at
https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSeeHlqAbOts6Z.../viewform

😁We hope to see you here! 😁

Address

180 10th Street SE, Ste 201
Le Mars, IA
51031

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+17125464624

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