Primary Therapist

Title: Therapist, Full Licensed

Reports to: Executive Director

Department/Location: Onsite

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position is Fulltime (40 hrs. per week) Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm PST at the Everett, Washington Guidelight Location. Position is working with the Adult and Adolescent Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP/IOP) population.

*Must hold an independent license in WA state (LMHC, LICSW, LMFT)

Role Summary:

The Therapist will be responsible for providing high-quality care and therapeutic services to individuals dealing with various behavioral issues. The therapist will develop and implement treatment plans, conduct assessments, and work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to deliver effective behavioral health interventions.

Role Responsibilities/Competencies:

• Conduct psychological and biopsychosocial assessments and evaluations to determine clients' needs. 
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings. 
• Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions, including individual, group, and family therapy. 
• Monitor and document clients' progress and adjust treatment plans to create a cohesive case conceptualization.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including psychiatrists, social workers, and medical doctors, to provide comprehensive and continuity of care. 
• Completes suicide risk assessment within identified time frames and with appropriate thoroughness and scoring while consulting with clinical leaders.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case reviews determining length of stay and level of care. 
• Assess and identify community resources based on clients needs during treatment/ aftercare planning.
• Adhere to all standardized Group Curriculum and Treatment Planning.
• Educate clients and their families about mental health and behavioral issues while building supportive and trusting relationships 
• Comes prepared to weekly clinical supervision with relevant client updates, case formulations, and questions to support high-quality care.
• Adhere to all confidentiality and ethical guidelines as outlined by professional standards and laws. 
• Stay updated on the latest research and developments in behavioral therapy and mental health. 
• Identify with Guidelight Health’s Mission, Vision and Values
• Provide clinical supervision to Associate Licensed clinicians as appropriate/needed
• Ability to serve as point of contact for emergencies if/when Executive Director is offsite
• Participate in the hiring process of teammates as well as serving as mentor for new therapists

Required Qualifications:

• A master's degree in psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field. 
• Valid Independent state licensure in the state applicable (LMHC, LICSW, LMFT)
• Experience in behavioral therapy and counseling. 
• Experience providing group therapy and willingness to follow a curriculum
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant PHP/IOP experience

Guidelight is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are passionate about fostering an environment where everyone, irrespective of their race, gender, sexual orientation, or background, feels valued and included.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $95,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person