DBT Therapist & Parent Support Program Lead

Ohel is seeking an experienced DBT Therapist with intensive DBT training and 3+ years’ experience treating high-acuity clients, especially youth and young adults, in an outpatient Mental Health Outpatient Treatment and Rehabilitation Services (MHOTRS) setting. This role will also include helping to establish and lead a DBT-informed Parent Support Program for caregivers of youth and young adults with suicide risk, self-harm, and high-acuity emotional or behavioral needs.

Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and group DBT with fidelity to the model
• Deliver trauma-informed care to complex presentations
• Complete comprehensive assessments and high-quality clinical documentation
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team
• Create and lead DBT-informed parent groups focused on caregiver regulation, validation, coping, and effective support of high-risk youth and young adults
• Provide parents and caregivers with a structured space to build skills, process emotions, and strengthen their ability to support their children
• Support parents in understanding and responding effectively to suicide risk, self-harm, emotional dysregulation, and challenging behaviors
• Participate in supervision, training, and program improvement

Qualifications:

• Valid license or limited permit (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, MHC, LMFT, MFT, Psychologist)
• Intensive DBT training; 3+ years’ experience with high-acuity cases
• Experience working with suicide risk, self-harm, and significant emotional dysregulation
• Experience working with parents/caregivers of high-risk youth or young adults strongly preferred
• Strong documentation and interpersonal skills
• Experience in fast-paced outpatient settings
• CAMS training a plus

The ideal candidate has strong organizational and communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to multitask. Candidate must have a strong commitment to community-based, mission-driven work and the ability to work professionally and sensitively in a trauma-informed environment. Excellent supervision and training provided.

Position includes a competitive benefits package that includes a 403B retirement plan, sick and vacation paid time off (PTO) and health insurance. Free access to onsite gym included! Eligibility for all benefits is based on hours worked, employment classification, and fulfillment of applicable waiting periods and plan requirements.  This full-time position is based in Brooklyn and is a hybrid role including both in-person and virtual service delivery. Availability is required for weekdays and at least some evenings and Sundays.

Salary: $100,000- $110,000