Therapist

Woodland Park, New Jersey, United States We are seeking a compassionate, clinically skilled Substance Use Therapist to support clients across Partial Hospitalization (PHP), Intensive Outpatient (IOP), and Outpatient (OP) levels of care. This role focuses on delivering evidence-based individual and group therapy rooted in substance use treatment, relapse prevention, psychoeducation, and recovery-focused care . Key Responsibilities Maintain a clinical caseload providing weekly individual counseling sessions Lead and facilitate private-center substance use therapy groups in PHP/IOP/OP Conduct intake assessments and biopsychosocial evaluations as needed Develop and document individualized treatment plans and ongoing plan updates Provide clinical documentation that meets NJ regulatory and compliance standards Support aftercare planning and relapse prevention strategies Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including admissions, nursing, psychiatry, UR, and care coordination Engage families when appropriate for support calls and recovery education Utilize EMR systems for accurate, timely, and compliant clinical charting Required Qualifications Must hold one of the following active New Jersey credentials: LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LAC, LCADC, LSW, Masters degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related behavioral health field Prior experience at a private substance abuse treatment center (REQUIRED) Clinical experience managing a therapy caseload, documentation, and group facilitation Understanding of recovery principles and relapse prevention clinical frameworks Ability to work on-site in NJ Preferred / Plus Experience Experience leading therapy groups in PHP / IOP settings Strong understanding of the 12-Step recovery model Familiarity with relapse prevention, motivational interviewing (MI), CBT for SUD, and recovery coaching principles Knowledge of ASAM levels of care (PHP/IOP/OP) Core Competencies for Success Client-centered care with an abstinence based mindset Strong clinical documentation and compliance awareness (Joint Commission / state regs) Group engagement skills that support connection, accountability, and long-term sobriety Ability to blend clinical structure with 12-Step cultural fluency High emotional intelligence and strong therapeutic alliance building #J-18808-Ljbffr