EMDR Therapist

EMDR Therapist

Position: EMDR Therapist (Full-Time)
Location: Pegasus Treatment Center
231 Van Sciver Parkway
Willingboro, NJ 08046

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

About Pegasus Treatment Center

Pegasus Treatment Center is a comprehensive behavioral health and addiction treatment provider dedicated to helping individuals achieve lasting recovery and improved mental wellness. Our multidisciplinary team delivers evidence-based treatment in a supportive and client-centered environment. We are seeking a skilled and compassionate EMDR Therapist to join our growing clinical team.

Position Summary

The EMDR Therapist will provide trauma-informed care to clients participating in substance use and mental health treatment programs. This position is responsible for conducting Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy sessions, completing clinical assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, facilitating group therapy, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary treatment team.

The ideal candidate is passionate about trauma recovery and understands the critical role unresolved trauma can play in addiction, mental health disorders, and overall well-being.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide individual EMDR therapy sessions to clients experiencing trauma-related symptoms and co-occurring mental health disorders.
• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and trauma screenings.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans.
• Facilitate psychoeducational and process groups focused on trauma, coping skills, emotional regulation, and recovery.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with state, federal, accreditation, and facility requirements.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, nurses, case managers, and other clinical staff regarding client progress and treatment planning.
• Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings.
• Monitor client progress and modify treatment interventions as clinically appropriate.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, confidentiality requirements, and ethical standards of practice.
• Provide crisis intervention and clinical support when necessary.
• Educate clients on the impact of trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders.
• Assist clients in developing healthy coping mechanisms and long-term recovery strategies.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field.
• Current New Jersey licensure as one of the following:
• LCSW
• LSW (under appropriate supervision)
• LPC
• LAC (under appropriate supervision)
• LMFT
• Current EMDRIA-approved EMDR training required.
• Experience providing EMDR therapy to adults with trauma-related disorders.
• Knowledge of substance use disorders, co-occurring disorders, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and trauma-informed care.
• Strong clinical assessment, documentation, and treatment planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• EMDRIA Certification preferred.
• Experience working in PHP, IOP, outpatient, residential, or addiction treatment settings.
• Experience treating clients with co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders.
• Familiarity with electronic medical record systems.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Monday through Friday schedule with no weekends
• Supportive multidisciplinary team environment
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
• Paid time off and holiday benefits

Pay: $85,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person