Therapist

ADDICTION AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES, LLC • Knoxville, TN

18d • $58,240 - $62,400

About The Position

EVOLVE Addiction Treatment, part of Bradford Health Services, provides compassionate, evidence-based substance use disorder treatment, including counseling, peer support, medication-assisted treatment, and gender-specific programs. The Therapist provides clinical support to clients and facilities in Knoxville, Tennessee, in a supportive, empathetic, and structured treatment environment. The position involves assessment, treatment planning, individual and group therapy, family sessions, patient safety, clinical documentation, and collaboration on aftercare. The schedule is Friday through Tuesday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Requirements

• Master’s degree required.
• Experience in addiction and mental health.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Desire to work collaboratively with a diverse team and patient population.
• LPC or LCSW license, or eligibility for licensure.

Nice To Haves

• Compassionate, professional, organized, and efficient approach.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments with newly admitted patients.
• Assess and document risk of harm to self or others.
• Develop treatment plans with patient-specific goals, interventions, and timeframes.
• Collaborate with the treatment team to plan appropriate aftercare.
• Conduct individual therapy sessions with patients.
• Lead process groups on topics related to addiction, recovery, and wellbeing.
• Facilitate family sessions.
• Develop and lead specialty groups or sessions based on personal interests and expertise.
• Use de-escalation skills to ensure patient safety and reduce the risk of patients leaving against medical advice.
• Maintain and promote healthy boundaries.
• Promote and protect each patient’s independence, privacy, dignity, and emotional and physical wellbeing.
• Complete progress notes for individual, group, and family sessions.
• Update treatment plans to reflect patient progress and challenges.
• Document safety concerns and interventions or referrals initiated.
• Document clinical assessments as required.
• Learn and follow company-established policies and procedures.
• Remain current with required trainings and certifications.
• Receive biweekly supervision.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Communicate respectfully, compassionately, and supportively with patients and colleagues.

Benefits

• Medical coverage through three BCBSAL medical plans.
• Expanded coverage options for domestic partners and a wider network of in-network providers.
• Employee Assistance Program with digital wellness tools, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy modules and wellness coaching.
• Voluntary coverages including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, and family legal services.
• Student loan repayment available for nurses and therapists.
• 401(k) plan through Voya.
• Generous paid time off.
• Part-time employees working 20 hours or more per week may access voluntary dental, vision, life, accident insurance, and telehealth options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time