Clinical Therapist II

The Women's Home; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k) match

PTO 20 days + 10 holidays + floating

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Job summary

The Women’s Home is seeking a Clinical Therapist II - Aftercare in Houston. This role focuses on individual and group counseling for clients with substance use and co-occurring disorders, including developing treatment and discharge plans and providing crisis support.

Responsibilities include delivering therapy in residential and outpatient settings, assessing clients, coordinating with a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring timely documentation and compliance.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or related field.
• LPC or LCSW licensure or eligibility within 3 months.
• Practice from a client-centered, trauma-informed perspective.
• Chemical Dependency treatment experience preferred.
• Knowledge of models: 12-step, CBT, Motivational Interviewing.
• Co-occurring experience strongly preferred.
• Basic knowledge of community resources.
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Experience with community collaborations preferred.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual therapy to clients in residential and outpatient programs.
• Facilitate or co-facilitate group sessions for adults.
• Conduct full clinical assessments of each client.
• Develop treatment and discharge plans with clients.
• Provide crisis counseling and suicide assessments as needed.
• Document and file notes timely and compliant.
• Advocate and liaise with other service providers.
• Provide relapse prevention services.
• Offer psycho-educational groups and programs.
• Participate in treatment and discharge planning.
• Attend Treatment Team meetings and case staffings.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Client-centered

Crisis counseling

Recovery models knowledge

Co-occurring disorders experience

Community resources knowledge

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

Community collaborations experience

Driver's license

Education

Master’s degree in social work/psychology/counseling

LPC or LCSW licensure or eligibility

Job description

Clinical Therapist II - Aftercare

Job Description

Salary: $60K–$70K

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Schedule: Semi-monthly

Location: Houston, TX 77006

Reports To: Manager of Clinical Services

Department: Clinical Services

Travel Percentage: 10%

Position Summary

This position is responsible for providing direct services to clients who have a substance use disorder diagnosis, a co-occurring disorder, or other mental health diagnosis. Services include individual and group counseling, family counseling, couple counseling and psychoeducational groups, sober community building activities.

Summary of Duties

I. Clinical Services

A. Provide Individual therapy to clients participating in the Residential treatment and Outpatient programs that stem from residential treatment.

B. Facilitate or co-facilitate various group for adults.

C. Facilitate/supervise client study of recovery-oriented materials and offer support/guidance.

D. Conduct full clinical assessments of each client.

E. Develop treatment and discharge plans with clients, including providing outpatient counseling services for clients who have completed residential treatment at The Women's Home or any other community residential treatment program.

F. Provide crisis counseling, suicide assessments and support as needed to clients.

G. Document and file all notes in a timely manner that meets all compliance regulations.

H. Act as advocate and liaison w/other service providers and staff members when appropriate.

I. Provide services aimed at relapse prevention.

J. Provide psycho-educational groups/ programs.

K. Participate in treatment and discharge planning for clients.

L. Participate in Treatment Team meetings.

M. Participate in case staffings.

II. Other Responsibilities

A. Participate in clinical staff meetings, WholeLife® collaborative team meetings, and supervision.

B. Participate in all-staff and other meetings designated by The Women’s Home.

C. Assist in marketing of Aftercare Services.

D. Assist in the recruitment and selection of on-site counseling and supportive services that will complement existing services and fill a community need.

E. Attend and assist with planning, organizing, and facilitating events and activities at both campuses.

F. Develop and conduct in-service training for staff, interns and volunteers on chemical dependency topics and issues as requested.

G. Other duties as assigned.

III. Qualifications

A. Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or other related field.

B. LPC or LCSW required or eligible for full licensure within 3 months.

C. Practice from a client centered, trauma informed perspective.

D. Chemical Dependency treatment experience preferred.

E. Knowledge and experience with various chemical dependency models (i.e., 12 step, CBT, Motivational Interviewing).

F. Working with co-occurring experience strongly preferred.

G. Basic knowledge of how to access community resources.

H. Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.

I. Experience working with community collaborations preferred.

J. Valid Texas Driver’s License.

IV. Physical Requirements

Person in this position must be able to sit, stand, bend, stoop and use desktop technology for long periods of time. They must be able to lift up to 20 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these duties.

Reasonable Accommodation Notice

We are committed to providing equal access to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position or participate in the interview process, please contact The Women's Home.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Healthcare: Choose from three medical plans, two of which are 100% employer paid. Our plans provide comprehensive coverage to ensure your well-being.
• Retirement: We provide a 401(k) plan with a 4% company match, helping you secure your financial future.
• Paid Time Off: Enjoy 20 days of paid time off (PTO), plus 10 holidays and a floating holiday for flexibility in your time management.
• Wellness Programs: Initiatives to support your physical and mental well-being, ensuring a healthy work-life balance.
• Long Term Disability: We offer 100% employer-paid Long Term Disability coverage, providing financial protection in case of extended absence due to illness or injury.
• Life Insurance: Benefit from 100% employer-paid life insurance option, ensuring the security of your loved ones.

Professional Development

At the Women's Home, we are committed to your professional growth and development. We provide ongoing training and learning opportunities to help you excel in your role and advance in your career. You'll have access to:

• On-the-job training and mentorship.
• Workshops and seminars related to your role.
• Opportunities to participate in industry specific conferences.
• Reimbursement of the cost of role-related organization memberships.

Imagine Your Impact…

• Making a Daily Difference: Picture yourself in a role where your work directly impacts the lives of women in need. Every task, every decision, contributes to positive change.
• A Culture of Dignity: Envision a workplace where dignity is not just a word, but a way of life. Here, you'll be respected and honored, and you'll extend that same respect to those we serve.
• Integrity in Action: See yourself upholding the highest ethical standards in all you do, knowing that your integrity is the foundation upon which our organization is built.
• Stewardship with Purpose: Imagine being part of a team that is not only responsible with resources but is driven by the purpose of creating a better future for our clients and our community.
• Holistic Growth: Envisage a career where you're not only growing professionally but also personally. We invest in your development, helping you reach your full potential.

Who We Are

The Women's Home is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering women and building stronger communities. Since 1957, we have been providing vital support and services to women in need. Our mission is to build communities that strengthen women and support families as they reclaim their stability.

At the Women's Home, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment where every employee can thrive. We value diversity and believe that our differences make us stronger. Our team is passionate about our mission, and we work collaboratively to make a meaningful impact on the lives of the women we serve.

We believe in the power of every individual to make a difference. When you join our team, you become part of a community dedicated to building whole lives and empowering women to achieve their fullest potential.

Are you ready to imagine a brighter future with us?