Therapist

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, 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)