Adult D&A Therapist

PATH (People Acting to Help), Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Annual increases

Bonuses

Comprehensive benefits

Paid holidays

Pension plan

Professional development

Advancement opportunities

PSLF eligibility

Referral bonus

Job summary

PATH (People Acting to Help), Inc. in Philadelphia is seeking a qualified clinician to provide individual, couples, or group therapy using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, motivational interviewing, and related evidence-based practices to deliver trauma-informed and culturally sensitive care.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the Outpatient Program Director, comprehensive assessments, and coordination with billing to secure third-party resources.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited college/university with a human services major (psychology, social work, or equivalent) required.
• One-year supervised experience as a clinician or therapist in a drug and alcohol treatment facility required.
• License eligible and/or CADC preferred. Good organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and/or couples therapy for individuals assigned by the Outpatient Program Director.
• Evaluate and assess the needs of assigned individuals.
• Collect all pertinent information including demographic history, history of presenting problem, family background, testing evaluations, medical evaluation, etc., as indicated for ongoing treatment.
• Ensure that delivery of clinical treatment is congruent with models and practices listed in job summary.
• Be aware of individuals’ financial liabilities, coordinate any financial changes with the billing department, and assist individuals in securing third party resources when indicated.

Skills

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Motivational Interviewing

Trauma-informed care

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Master's degree in Human Services

Job description

Job Summary

To promote the mission of PATH to help individuals achieve a more independent and fulfilling life by being an effective team member and by providing individual, couples, or group therapy utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy, motivational interviewing, and other evidence based practices to provide trauma informed and culturally sensitive treatment.

Job Summary

To promote the mission of PATH to help individuals achieve a more independent and fulfilling life by being an effective team member and by providing individual, couples, or group therapy utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy, motivational interviewing, and other evidence based practices to provide trauma informed and culturally sensitive treatment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Minimal in Nature

Qualifications

Master’s degree from an accredited college/university with a human services major (psychology, social work, or equivalent) required. One-year supervised experience as a clinician or therapist in a drug and alcohol treatment facility required. License eligible and/or CADC preferred. Good organizational skills.

WHY WORK AT PATH?

A Career with Meaning

At PATH, our team members are at the heart of what we do, so we work hard to give them the best reasons to work here — and to stay here.

In addition to the satisfaction of making a real difference in people's lives, we offer:

• Competitive pay
• Annual increases
• Performance and longevity bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package for staff and family
• Generous number of paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time
• No-cost pension plan
• Ongoing professional development opportunities, including licensure supervision
• Cutting-edge treatment facility, resources, and treatment modalities
• Opportunities for advancement and growth within the organization
• Eligible for the Federal Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
• Referral bonus for referring a friend who accepts employment

Specific Duties

• Provide individual, group, and/or couples therapy for individuals assigned by the Outpatient Program Director.
• Evaluate and assess the needs of assigned individuals.
• Collect all pertinent information including demographic history, history of presenting problem, family background, testing evaluations, medical evaluation, etc., as indicated for ongoing treatment.
• Ensure that delivery of clinical treatment is congruent with models and practices listed in job summary.
• Be aware of individuals’ financial liabilities, coordinate any financial changes with the billing department, and assist individuals in securing third party resources when indicated.