Virtual Group Therapist for Outpatient Facility

Sage Recovery & Wellness•West Lake Hills, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Sage Recovery & Wellness Center is an outpatient recovery center for adults and adolescents struggling with mental health, alcohol or substance abuse. We offer group counseling, couples & family counseling, group therapy and intensive outpatient group therapy programs. Sage is located in Austin, TX approximately one mile west of the Capital of Texas Highway on Bee Caves Rd. in Westlake. We are seeking a Group therapist to work with adults struggling with substance use and/or mental health in a virtual/hybrid IOP. Opportunities to work with Adults, adolescents, couples or families are available upon request.

Requirements

Texas master’s license in counseling, or social work (LMSW, LCSW, LPC-A, LPC, LMFT)
Degree from an accredited institution, verified by State and/or National boards
Proficiency in the diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders using evidence-based methodology
Knowledge of efficient and effective treatment and management of clients with chronic mental health and substance abuse issues.
Knowledge of 12-step and other sober support groups
Knowledge of evidence-based behavioral assessments and interventions relevant to mental health conditions, i.e., disease model, motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy.
Knowledge of basic psychopharmacology and medical terminology.
Familiarity with the stages of change and stages of recovery.
Case-management skills and knowledge of local resources for outside referrals.
Experience conducting therapeutic groups.

Nice To Haves

Training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, a plus
Experience/ Training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (Basic or Intensive Training), a BIG plus.
Experience with substance use, beneficial

Responsibilities

Facilitate virtual individual and group therapy
Conduct psychosocial, diagnostic assessments within the 72 hour intake timeframe
Fill out and maintain client-related paperwork including daily treatment notes, master treatment plans, treatment plan updates, progress-based notes, and discharge summaries
Help clients develop relapse-preventative plans, promote continuity of care/improvement, and assist in the step-down process from treatment; including, but not limited to, referring clients or family members to community resources or specialists as needed
Maintain contact with each client’s professional and personal support system, as needed
Counsel family members on how to understand and support your client through their treatment
Attend weekly staff meetings, consultation meetings, and on-site trainings at regular intervals
Maintain requirements to keep license current (LPC, LCSW, LMSW, LPC-A, LMFT, LCDC, etc)
Provide coverage at the Westlake location as needed for assessments, group therapy, etc