Therapist I

ODYSSEY BEHAVIORAL GROUP•Colorado Springs, CO

12d•$65,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Therapist provides individual and group therapy for clients at a specialized outpatient facility. The role assesses the therapeutic needs of individuals and families, develops appropriate treatment, and serves as a primary contact and advocate for clients and families throughout treatment. The Therapist also coordinates care with referral sources, clinical partners, and other individuals involved in the treatment process. The position includes conducting individual, family, and specialized group sessions; selecting and monitoring appropriate clinical interventions; supporting clients through behavioral skills coaching and crisis de-escalation; and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team from admission through discharge. The Therapist maintains timely, accurate clinical documentation and communicates client progress and treatment plans to relevant parties as appropriate.

Responsibilities

Provide individual and group therapy sessions based on clients’ clinical needs.
Assess clients’ clinical needs and determine appropriate interventions.
Complete psychosocial evaluations, treatment plans, contact logs, discharge plans, and other required reports in compliance with applicable guidelines.
Conduct weekly individual and family therapy sessions for assigned clients.
Monitor behavioral interventions and provide skills coaching as needed.
Conduct specialized groups as assigned and supervise or co-lead groups with staff or interns when appropriate.
Maintain therapeutic relationships and encourage appropriate behaviors and attitudes using praise and other reinforcers.
Set limits and maintain boundaries in a kind and firm manner.
Provide verbal crisis intervention and de-escalation, involving other staff as needed.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate client care from admission through discharge.
Attend weekly clinical, consultation, and business meetings and present assigned cases.
Complete timely and accurate documentation reflecting ongoing assessments of clients’ clinical presentations and behaviors.
Communicate client progress and treatment goals and plans to referral sources and family members, parents, or guardians as appropriate.
Document services provided and complete incident, shift, or department reports in accordance with policies and procedures.