Eating Disorders Therapist (CEDS) Full-Time
About The Position
River Oaks Hospital is seeking a passionate and experienced Eating Disorders Therapist to join our highly specialized team dedicated to providing exceptional care for individuals struggling with eating disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. As a member of our nationally recognized specialty programming, you'll work alongside experienced psychiatrists, therapists, dietitians, nurses, and clinical leaders who are committed to delivering evidence-based treatment and helping patients achieve lasting recovery. This is more than a therapist role; it's an opportunity to collaborate, innovate, and make a meaningful impact within one of the region's premier behavioral health programs. The Eating Disorders Therapist plays a vital role within our interdisciplinary treatment team, providing individual, family, and group therapy while collaborating closely with medical, nutritional, and psychiatric providers to ensure comprehensive patient care. This position offers the unique opportunity to contribute to a highly specialized treatment environment where teamwork, clinical excellence, and innovation drive positive patient outcomes.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, Psychology, or related behavioral health field.
- Current Louisiana licensure (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent) or license eligible.
- Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS) credentialing
- Experience working with patients diagnosed with eating disorders and/or co-occurring behavioral health conditions.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in inpatient, residential, PHP, or IOP behavioral health settings.
- Training in CBT-E, DBT, ACT, FBT, or other evidence-based eating disorder treatment models.
- Experience collaborating within multidisciplinary treatment teams.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Provide individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based interventions.
- Facilitate eating disorder-focused therapeutic and psychoeducational groups.
- Actively participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings, case consultations, and care coordination efforts.
- Partner closely with psychiatrists, dietitians, nursing staff, and case managers to ensure integrated treatment planning.
- Support patients and families throughout the recovery process while fostering hope and resilience.
- Monitor treatment progress and adjust interventions as clinically appropriate.
- Maintain timely and accurate documentation in accordance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
- Assist with discharge planning and continuum-of-care recommendations.
Benefits
- $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
- Be part of a nationally recognized Eating Disorders Treatment Program
- Collaborate with an experienced, multidisciplinary team of behavioral health professionals
- Deliver specialized, evidence-based care in a supportive clinical environment
- Opportunities for professional growth, continuing education, and specialty development
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Education Assistance
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Make a lasting difference for patients and families navigating recovery
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
