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Job Title: Therapist

FSLA: Full‑time, Exempt

Job Type: In person (Sign‑on bonus included)

Job Summary: The therapist will facilitate individual and group therapy sessions, including Intensive Outpatient Therapy (IOT), using evidence‑based approaches to support recovery. The therapist will provide recovery and life skills education while fostering a supportive environment. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, creating personalized treatment plans, monitoring progress, and providing crisis intervention as needed. They will collaborate with staff and external providers to ensure coordinated care, maintain accurate records, and ensure compliance with legal, ethical, and organizational standards.

Additional duties include discharge planning and promoting the organization’s faith‑based mission and values.

Physical Demands: Must be able to bend, stoop, push, pull, reach, sit, stand, and walk for periods of time. Must be able to lift from the floor to waist up to 10 pounds frequently and up to 30 pounds occasionally.

Visual and Cognitive Demands: Must have excellent communication and writing skills. Must be able to generate written reports or summaries using prescribed formats. Must be able to give and receive verbal and written instructions. Must have fine vision, sustained vision, and peripheral vision. Must possess sufficient eye/hand coordination to operate office equipment including phone, computer, calculator, and/or copier, if applicable.

Work Location and Environment: Home‑like and office settings with varying degrees of background noise. Lighting and ventilation as found in a typical home, school, or office setting. May involve some travel.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in social work or a related field
• LSW, or equivalent, required – LCSW, or equivalent, highly preferred
• Proven experience in trauma‑informed care, recovery support, and crisis intervention
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy in handling data, records, and documentation
• Proficiency in maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information with discretion

Competencies: Grant writing, research and analysis, attention to detail, communication, project management, collaboration, financial acumen

Key Responsibilities:

• Individual Therapy – Conduct one‑on‑one counseling sessions to help residents process emotions, address underlying issues, and develop coping strategies; develop and implement personalized treatment plans tailored to each resident’s needs and goals.
• Group Therapy and Intensive Outpatient Therapy (IOT) – Facilitate group therapy and IOT sessions focusing on topics such as addiction education, relapse prevention, stress management, and communication skills; encourage attendees to share experiences, foster peer support, and build a sense of community.
• Assessment and Monitoring – Perform initial assessments to evaluate mental health and substance use history; regularly monitor progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary; identify potential relapse triggers and signs of mental health deterioration.
• Education and Skill‑Building – Teach life skills such as stress management, time management, and problem‑solving; educate on the science of addiction and recovery processes; promote healthy habits, including nutrition, exercise, and sleep hygiene.
• Crisis Intervention – Provide immediate support during emotional or psychological crises; de‑escalate conflicts and mediate interpersonal issues.
• Documentation and Compliance – Maintain accurate and confidential records of therapy sessions, treatment plans, and progress notes; ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards as well as organizational policies and procedures.
• Relapse Prevention Support – Help identify triggers and develop strategies to prevent relapse; encourage attendance at 12‑step meetings, support groups, or other community recovery programs.
• Emotional Support and Guidance – Foster a supportive…