Position Summary
The Therapist provides comprehensive clinical services to individuals, families, and groups within a behavioral health setting. This role includes conducting assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, delivering evidence-based therapy, and coordinating care with multidisciplinary team members to support each client’s recovery and overall well-being.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct initial clinical assessments, psychosocial evaluations, and mental status examinations.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clients and interdisciplinary staff.
- Provide individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in accordance with agency policy, DCF, Joint Commission, ASAM criteria and HIPAA standards.
- Participate in treatment team meetings, case reviews, and clinical supervision.
- Coordinate care with medical, psychiatric, and case management staff to ensure continuity of services.
- Facilitate crisis intervention and risk assessment as needed.
- Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Support discharge planning and aftercare coordination.
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development to maintain licensure and stay informed on best practices.
Qualifications
Education:
- Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related behavioral health field.
Licensure/Certification:
- Active state license or license-eligible status (e.g., LMHC, LCSW, LMFT, or equivalent).
- CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
Experience:
- Minimum of 1–2 years of experience providing therapy in a behavioral health, substance use, or related clinical setting preferred.
- Experience with trauma-informed care, co-occurring disorders, and evidence-based practices strongly preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong understanding of behavioral health principles and therapeutic interventions.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
- Commitment to ethical practice, client confidentiality, and cultural competence.
Working Conditions
- Primarily office-based in a behavioral health facility.
- May require participation in on-call or after-hours crisis response.
- Exposure to individuals experiencing emotional distress or behavioral crises.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit, stand, and engage in therapeutic sessions for extended periods.
- Occasional lifting or movement of light materials (<20 lbs).
Also, seeking qualified candidates with at least 1 year of experience for the following positions:
- Case Manager
- Group Facilitator
- Psychologist (PhD)
- Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
