Primary Therapist

About the Role

The Primary Therapist provides direct client care under the supervision of the Clinical Director. This role supports the delivery of high-quality behavioral health services, maintains a safe and efficient work environment, and collaborates with the treatment team to ensure consistent, client-centered care. The Primary Therapist conducts assessments, develops treatment plans, delivers therapeutic services, and ensures accurate and timely documentation in accordance with regulatory and agency standards.

• What you'll do
• Provide direct support services, including individual and group therapy, mindfulness and meditation practices, 12-step–related topics, wellness promotion, and crisis management.
• Conduct assessments and screenings to evaluate client needs and develop appropriate treatment goals.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans; monitor, evaluate, and document client progress.
• Complete intake documentation when assigned; prepare progress notes, event notifications, and other required records in alignment with regulatory and company standards.
• Monitor caseload to ensure timely and accurate completion of assessments, treatment plans, case reviews, and discharge plans.
• Facilitate coordination of care, including case reviews, therapeutic interventions, and monitoring client progress in treatment.
• Conduct urinalysis/breathalyzer testing with clients as needed.
• Protect client rights and uphold all ethical and professional standards.
• Provide treatment that supports client dignity, independence, strengths, privacy, and personal choice.
• Identify symptoms of mental health disorders, personality disorders, and substance use disorders.
• Deliver behavioral health services within agency authorization and within the therapist’s professional
• Meet the needs of adult clients with substance use concerns and possible co-occurring disorders.
• Identify, prevent, and respond to situations where a client may:
• Be a danger to self or others
• Exhibit aggressive or destructive behavior
• Experience a crisis
• Experience a medical emergency
• Read, understand, and implement client treatment plans.