Primary Therapist

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Primary Therapist to join our dynamic mental health and behavioral care team. In this vital role, you will provide evidence-based psychotherapy and clinical support to individuals across diverse backgrounds, including those with co-occurring disorders, substance use challenges, and trauma histories. Your expertise will help clients achieve meaningful recovery, resilience, and improved quality of life through personalized treatment plans, crisis intervention, and ongoing case management. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a profound difference in patients’ lives while working within a collaborative, supportive environment committed to excellence in patient care.

Duties

• Conduct comprehensive client assessments using DSM-5 criteria and clinical documentation standards to develop tailored treatment plans.
• Deliver individual, group, and family therapy sessions utilizing evidence-based practices such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing.
• Manage crisis situations effectively through crisis intervention techniques and crisis management protocols to ensure client safety.
• Facilitate intake evaluations, treatment planning, and ongoing case management for clients with mental health, substance use disorders, or co-occurring conditions.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation in electronic health records (EHR) systems, adhering to HIPAA regulations and confidentiality standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including social workers, medical staff, and community care providers to coordinate holistic patient care.
• Engage in continuous professional development by participating in research activities, data collection, and staying current with ICD-10/ICD-9 coding practices and CPT coding for billing purposes.

Experience

• Proven experience working with individuals facing mental health challenges such as PTSD, addiction, or behavioral health issues.
• Demonstrated proficiency in psychotherapy modalities including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), applied behavior analysis (ABA), and client assessment techniques.
• Strong background in crisis intervention, crisis management, and emergency response within hospital or community settings.
• Familiarity with medical terminology, clinical documentation standards, ICD coding systems (ICD-10/ICD-9), and electronic health record (EHR) management tools.
• Experience working with diverse populations from various cultural backgrounds in outpatient or inpatient environments.
• Knowledge of addiction counseling principles, DSM-5 diagnostic evaluation procedures, and evidence-based practices for mental health counseling.
• Ability to work effectively within HIPAA guidelines while maintaining patient confidentiality and ensuring accurate medical records.

Join us as a Primary Therapist if you are passionate about making a positive impact through compassionate care combined with clinical excellence! We value energetic professionals eager to support recovery journeys while advancing their expertise in behavioral health practices.

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person