Clinical Therapist

Advanced Recovery Systems; Dickson (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Medical, dental & vision coverage

Why not included – see benefits

Job summary

Promises Behavioral Health in Lewisville, TX seeks a Full-Time Counselor to provide individual, group and family therapy and crisis intervention for clients and families within the Advanced Recovery Systems family. The role supports recovery-focused care across programs, emphasizing evidence-based practices and holistic outcomes.

The position requires a Master's or Ph.D. in a counseling-related field, appropriate licensure (LPC/LMHC/LCSW/LMFT), at least three years of related experience, and

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in counseling, social work, psychology or related field required.
• Three (3) years' experience in social work or related field.
• Experience with addictions and/or mental health.
• Knowledge of DBT, CBT, Family Systems and related models.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides individual, group and family therapy, crisis intervention and psychoeducation for clients and families.
• Provides oversight of residential facilities.
• Provides clinical consultation for clients and families and referents upon request.
• Produces psychosocial assessments, treatment plans and clinical discharge summaries.
• Collaborates with clinical case manager and family therapist to deliver comprehensive client care.

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in counseling, social work, psychology or related field

Job description

Promises Behavioral Health is seeking a Full-Time Counselor!

About Our Organization

This position supports one of the trusted behavioral health programs within the Advanced Recovery Systems family. Advanced Recovery Systems is the parent organization of Promises Behavioral Health, The Right Step, and The Ranch, bringing together established treatment brands with a shared commitment to expanding access to high-quality, evidence-based addiction and mental health care.

While you may work primarily with a specific facility or brand, you will be part of a larger, growing organization focused on improving patient outcomes, supporting our employees and strengthening the communities we serve.

At our rehab center, Promises DFW in Lewisville, TX (part of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex), treatment for addictions is designed to guide individuals through different phases of recovery with clarity and intention. This structure helps reduce uncertainty and allows individuals to better understand how care progresses over time. Rather than focusing only on stopping substance use, our addiction treatment approach supports long‑term change by helping individuals rebuild stability, strengthen coping skills, and reconnect with a sense of purpose.

JOB SUMMARY

The Primary Therapist provides individual, group and family therapy, crisis intervention services, psychoeducation presentations and experiential learning groups for clients and their families.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides clinical services including individual, group and family therapy, crisis intervention services, primary process groups, psychoeducation presentations and experiential learning groups for clients and families.
• Provides oversight of residential facilities.
• Provides clinical consultation for clients and their families, and referents upon request.
• Provides psychosocial assessments, treatment plans and clinical discharge summaries.
• Works closely with clinical case manager and family therapist to provide comprehensive client care.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in counseling, social work, psychology or other counseling-related field required.
• LPC/LMHC, LCSW or LMFT and clinical qualifications or intern status licensure required.
• Three (3) years' experience in social work or related field.
• Experience working with addictions and/or mental health.
• Experience using a variety of interventions including DBT, CBT, Family Systems, Ability to demonstrate understanding of a variety of models and theories of addiction, mental illness and related issues.
• Knowledge of philosophies, practices, policies and outcomes of models of treatment, recovery, relapse prevention and continuing care for dually diagnosed populations.
• Understanding of diagnostic criteria for dual conditions and the ability to conceptualize modalities and placement criteria within the continuum of care.
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding of diverse cultures and gender-specific issues and ability to incorporate needs of gender and culturally diverse groups into practice setting.
• Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize workload and work independently.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Expressive or training in Therapies preferred.
• CPR/First Aid Certification is required for this position. If not CPR/First Aid certified at time of hire, certification must be obtained within the state mandated time frame after first day of employment.

Benefits

• Enjoy a range of benefits, including a 401(k) plan, paid time off, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, and so much more!

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