Primary Therapist Outpatient

Thoroughbred Wellness and Recovery is dedicated to providing high-quality mental health and substance use treatment. Our program offers partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient and outpatient treatment in a structured and therapeutic environment for client recovery. We are seeking a Primary Therapist to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive therapeutic services to clients with substance use disorders and or mental health conditions. This role involves individual and group therapy, case management, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to support clients' recovery and well-being. Key Responsibilities: Conduct Assessments: Perform initial and ongoing assessments to determine clients' mental health and substance use treatment needs. Individual Therapy: Provide evidence-based individual therapy, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and other appropriate modalities. Group Therapy: Facilitate group therapy sessions focused on substance use recovery, mental health management, relapse prevention, and other related topics. Treatment Planning: Develop, implement, and regularly update individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clients, ensuring that all interventions align with their recovery goals. Case Management: Coordinate care with other healthcare providers, social services, and support networks to ensure holistic treatment. Crisis Intervention: Provide crisis intervention as needed, assessing risk, developing safety plans, and connecting clients with emergency services if required. Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with state regulations, licensing requirements, and company policies. Education and Support: Educate clients and their families about substance use disorders, mental health conditions, treatment options, and healthy coping strategies. Continued Professional Development: Stay current with advancements in the field of mental health and substance use treatment through ongoing training and professional development. Qualifications: Education: Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field. Licensure: Appropriate licensure (e.g., LCSW, LPC, LMFT) in the state of Georgia. Experience: Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in substance use disorder treatment and/or mental health counseling. Certifications: Certification in substance use disorder treatment (e.g., CADC, CAC) is preferred but not required. CPR certification, de-escalation, and restraint certification (training provided upon hire if needed). Skills: Proficiency in SUD treatment, mental health counseling, and evidence-based therapies (CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Informed Care). Skilled in individual and group therapy, crisis de-escalation, and relapse prevention for clients with co-occurring disorders. Strong active listening, verbal, and written communication skills; works effectively with medical teams, case managers, and social workers. Experience in treatment planning, client advocacy, cultural competency, and adherence to HIPAA and regulatory standards. Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple clients, adapt to high-stress environments, and think critically in complex cases. Work Environment: Full-time and PRN, on-site position Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings Thoroughbred Wellness and Recovery is a drug free workplace. Thoroughbred Wellness and Recovery is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. We are dedicated to fostering a supportive and equitable environment for all employees and encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Altapoint Healthcare Group