Primary Therapist | Needham, MA

The Opportunity Needham, United States | Posted on 07/31/2026 Greater Boston Addiction Center, located in Needham, Massachusetts, provides clinical treatment services for individuals in recovery. Greater Boston Addiction Center is seeking a Primary Therapist to join its Clinical team. This is a full-time, onsite role with a days schedule, supporting individual and group therapy across outpatient, PHP, and IOP levels of care. What You’ll Do Provide individual and group therapy in an outpatient, PHP, or IOP setting Complete thorough clinical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans Facilitate structured and engaging group therapy sessions across levels of care Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation within the electronic health record (EHR) system Ensure compliance with confidentiality regulations and HIPAA standards Manage crisis situations and de-escalation to ensure patient safety Collaborate within a multidisciplinary care team, including coordination with families and external providers Support relapse prevention strategies and recovery-oriented care planning Manage an assigned caseload with strong organization and follow-through Requirements What You Bring Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field Licensure preferred: LADC, LMHC, LCSW, or LICSW Knowledge of evidence-based treatment approaches, including CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills, including experience with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders Understanding of regulatory and compliance standards (DPH, BSAS, Joint Commission preferred) Excellent interpersonal, communication, and rapport-building skills with diverse patient populations Strong organizational and time management skills to manage multiple cases Cultural competency and ability to work with individuals from varied backgrounds Flexibility and a team-oriented mindset in a fast-paced clinical environment Preferred EMDR certification preferred Compensation and Schedule Salary: $65,000 - $70,000 annually Schedule: Full-Time | Onsite | Days Benefits Paid Time Off, Medical Insurance Stipend Atlantic Health Strategies on behalf of Greater Boston Addiction Centers (GBAC) #J-18808-Ljbffr Atlantic Health Strategies