Clinical Therapist BHOP $5,000 retention bonus

The Providence Center; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$5,000 retention bonus

Job summary

A community-based mental health provider in Providence, Rhode Island is seeking a Clinical Therapist for its Behavioral Health Outpatient Program. The position involves providing individual, group, and family therapy, conducting assessments, and developing care plans. Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a relevant field and possess appropriate Rhode Island licensure. This is a full-time, on-site role, offering a $5,000 retention bonus.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree Required in Human Services or related field.
• Rhode Island licensure required: LICSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, etc.
• Experience in Human Services field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and family therapy for mental health issues.
• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans.

Skills

Individual therapy

Group therapy

Family therapy

Crisis intervention

Clinical assessment

Education

Master's Degree in Human Services, Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or related field

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Clinical Therapist BHOP $5,000 retention bonus

This position is eligible for $5,000 retention bonus.

Job Summary:

The Providence Center helps adults, adolescents and children affected by psychiatric illnesses, emotional problems and addictions by providing treatment and supportive services within a community setting.

The Clinical Therapist, Behavioral Health Outpatient Program (BHOP) will provide outpatient psychotherapy at The Providence Center or in the community. This position is full time and on-site.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide individual, group, and family therapy for mental health and/or substance use issues using various treatment modalities, including evidence-based practices.
• Provide services to assigned caseload of clients, ensuring service intensity meets program standards, including required in-person contacts provided in both office- and community-based settings. Also provides services to other clients in need at Center programs. (See addendum for program standards)
• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and mental status examinations. Provide evaluations and monthly reporting requirements to external agencies.
• Develop, present and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the care team, clients and their families as appropriate.
• Identify, assess and respond to clinical emergencies and crisis situations, including suicide risk and danger to others. Perform crisis intervention and risk management as needed, escalating to appropriate resources when indicated (Qualified Mental Health Professionals/QMHPs or Emergency Services). For Clinical Therapists that are QMHPs, they complete crisis evaluations as indicated.
• Collaborate with the care team, other providers, and community agencies to coordinate care.
• Use psychiatric consultation and determine appropriate levels of care within the continuum.
• Apply knowledge of psychiatric diagnoses, as outlined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, Text Revision (DSM-5-TR), in clinical practice.
• Attend team meetings and case reviews to share updates and collaboratively address client challenges.
• Conduct home visits, school meetings, and community outreach to support clients in their natural environments.
• Assist clients with daily activities and life skills through modeling and providing education to promote independence. This includes medication management and budgeting as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate, detailed, and timely records of all client interactions and services provided, including clinical documentation as required.
• Ensure compliance with agency policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Transport clients safely to appointments and activities as needed.
• Foster cooperative relationships with staff, clients, and community partners.
• Attend trainings and case presentations, and complete professional development activities necessary to maintain valid licensure/certification.
• Serve on committees and participate in agency initiatives as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support client goals and program needs.

Requirements:

Master's Degree Required

Field of Study: Human Services, Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field

Experience in Human Services field preferred

Rhode Island licensure required: LICSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMHC‑A, LMFT, or LMFT‑A; certification as Principal Counselor or Counselor accepted in lieu of licensure

Must have valid driver's license, registration, current inspection sticker and insured auto.

Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job‑specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case‑by‑case basis.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.