EMDR Certified Therapist

Responsibilities

Canyon Ridge Hospital is currently seeking a compassionate and talented EMDR Therapist to join our team on a Contract Basis.

At Canyon Ridge Hospital we understand that not all wounds are visible. Depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, addiction, and suicide affect millions of individuals and families. Our mission is to be a leader in behavioral healthcare, dedicated to excellent service in the community.

Canyon Ridge Hospital has serviced the Greater Inland Empire since 1989. Canyon Ridge is a 157-bed acute, locked psychiatric facility offering services to adolescents ages 13-17, adults and older adults.

We believe in an individualized, patient-focused approach to diagnosis and treatment. For some, anxiety or drug dependence looks different from others with the same diagnoses, and in some cases, behavioral health and substance use disorders occur simultaneously. In these cases of dual diagnosis, we treat the patients in the best way possible given their specific needs.

The ideal candidate is certified or trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and experienced in working with individuals who present with trauma histories, anxiety, PTSD, and other related concerns. This role allows for autonomy, flexibility, and the opportunity to provide high-quality therapeutic services in a supportive environment.

• Provide individual EMDR therapy to clients in accordance with EMDRIA standards.
• Monitor clinical progress.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
  , progress notes, and records in compliance with organizational and legal standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to support holistic client care.
• Ensure ethical practice aligned with state regulations, licensure requirements, and professional codes of conduct.
• Participate in periodic case consultations and clinical meetings (as required).
• Utilize evidence-based modalities in conjunction with EMDR when clinically appropriate.
• Protect confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA and organizational privacy guidelines.

• Compensation: $120 - $175 a Session
• Hours: Flexible scheduling based on contractor availability.
• Employment Type: 1099 Independent Contractor (not eligible for employee benefits).
• Caseload: Based on availability; client assignments determined by organizational needs.

This opportunity provides the following:

• Competitive Compensation
• Canyon Ridge Hospital provides a challenging and rewarding work environment.
• Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries

• Master's degree or higher in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, or a related field.
• EMDR Certification
• Active, unrestricted clinical license (e.g., LMFT, LCSW, LPCC, Psychologist).
• Minimum 1-2 years of postlicensure clinical experience working with trauma populations.
• Strong clinical judgment, interpersonal skills, and trauma-informed care principles.
• Proficiency in EMDR protocols, phases, and clinical application.
• Experience with complex trauma, dissociation, or co-occurring disorders.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and demonstrate cultural competence.

For more information about Canyon Ridge Hospital, go to our website at

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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