Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) Therapist- Women’s Health

UHS•Lawrenceville, GA

3d•Remote

About The Position

SummitRidge Hospital is a leading behavioral health psychiatric hospital dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health and substance use disorder treatment for adolescents, adults, and seniors, in addition to partial hospitalization and other outpatient programs (includes a location in Athens). About the Role We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Contract IOP Therapist – Women’s Health. Due to continued growth, we are pleased to announce an opportunity for a skilled and compassionate IOP Therapist to join our clinical team. Provide high-quality, evidenced-based care remote; focused on addressing the physical, social and emotional needs of women, including reproductive health, menopause, postpartum issues, trauma, and gender-specific mental health concerns. Responsibilities include program development, three nights per week group facilitation, suicide risk assessments, biopsychosocial assessments, treatment planning, and discharge planning. Collaboration with treatment team including psychiatrist, medical internist, and pharmacy team. Establishing curriculum that focuses on cognitive, emotional, and physical changes that occur prenatal, perinatal, postpartum and during perimenopause and menopause. This includes but is not limited to sleep disturbances, weight management, brain fog, health and wellness, professional challenges, depression, and anxiety.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field
Active and unrestricted licensure (e.g., LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or equivalent)
Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
Knowledge of evidence-based treatment modalities (e.g., CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care)
Excellent documentation and organizational skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Nice To Haves

Experience working in an Intensive Outpatient (IOP), Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), or similar level of care
Background in mental health, substance use disorders, or co-occurring disorders
Experience facilitating group therapy
Familiarity with insurance requirements and medical necessity criteria
Clinical experience with treating unique women’s health needs is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Facilitate structured IOP group therapy sessions (process, psychoeducation, skills-based)
Provide individual and family therapy as clinically indicated
Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation, including assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries
Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
Monitor client progress and adjust treatment interventions as needed
Collaborate with internal team members and external referral sources to ensure continuity of care
Participate in case consultations, team meetings, and utilization reviews
Ensure compliance with all regulatory, ethical, and organizational standards
Support crisis intervention and risk assessment when necessary
Maintain a consistent caseload and meet productivity standards
Complete all documentation within required timeframes
Deliver high-quality, clinically sound group and individual sessions
Demonstrate measurable client engagement and progress
Adhere to program schedules and maintain punctuality
Contribute positively to team culture and collaboration
Support program growth through strong clinical outcomes and referral relationships