Clinician

Bradford Health Services; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Domestic partner coverage

Mental health support & EAP

Pet insurance

Student loan repayment

401(k) retirement plan

Generous PTO

Part-time remote benefits

Job summary

Bradford Health Services in Texas seeks a Clinician (Primary Counselor) to deliver comprehensive treatment in a PHP setting. You will assess, plan, and provide individual and group therapy, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support recovery.

Requirements include a Master’s in a behavioral health field and active Texas licensure. Experience in substance use/behavioral health and credentialed documentation is essential. This role offers professional growth within a licensed program.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or related behavioral health field.
• Active Texas clinical license (LPC, LPC-Associate, LCDC, LCDC-I, LMSW, LCSW, LMFT, or LMFT-Associate).
• Minimum of two years of experience with behavioral health, trauma, mental health, or substance use disorders.
• Experience providing individual counseling, treatment planning, and case management services.
• Knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria and ASAM placement criteria.
• Valid Texas driver's license.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Strong written, verbal, and computer proficiency including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments using DSM-5 and ASAM criteria.
• Develop and regularly update individualized treatment and discharge plans.
• Provide individual, family, and group counseling using evidence-based approaches.
• Facilitate psychoeducational and process groups; maintain clinical documentation.
• Complete weekly progress notes, treatment records, and discharge summaries.
• Provide crisis intervention and participate in on-call rotations.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, case managers, admissions staff, and external providers.
• Maintain HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, Joint Commission, HHSC compliance; policies.
• Attend staff meetings, supervision, trainings, and quality initiatives.

Skills

Clinical Counseling

Crisis Intervention

DSM-5 / ASAM criteria

Trauma-Informed Care

CBT & Motivational Interviewing

Documentation & EHR

Education

Master's degree in Counseling or related field

Texas clinical license (LPC, LMSW, LMFT, etc.)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Benefits

• Medical Coverage – Three new BCBSAL medical plans with better rates, improved co-pays, and enhanced prescription benefits.
• Expanded Coverage – Options for domestic partners and a wider network of in-network providers.
• Mental Health Support – Improved access to services and a new Employee Assistance Program (EAP) featuring digital wellness tools like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) modules and wellness coaching.
• Voluntary Coverages – Pet insurance, home and auto insurance, family legal services, and more.
• Student Loan Repayment – Available for nurses and therapists.
• Retirement Benefits – 401(k) plan through Voya to help employees plan for the future.
• Generous PTO – A robust paid time off policy to support work-life balance.
• Voluntary Benefits for Part-Time Employees – Dental, vision, life, accident insurance, and telehealth options for those working 20 hours or more per week.

About the Role

The Clinician (Primary Counselor) is responsible for providing comprehensive clinical services to adults receiving substance use treatment at the Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) level of care. This role conducts assessments, develops individualized treatment plans, facilitates individual and group therapy, and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to support clients throughout their recovery journey. The Clinician utilizes evidence-based practices, DSM-5 and ASAM criteria, trauma-informed care, and crisis intervention techniques to address substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders while promoting long‑term recovery and wellness.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field.
• Active Texas clinical license required (LPC, LPC-Associate, LCDC, LCDC-I, LMSW, LCSW, LMFT, or LMFT-Associate).
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with individuals experiencing behavioral health, trauma, mental health, or substance use disorders.
• Experience providing individual counseling, treatment planning, and case management services.
• Knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria and ASAM placement criteria.
• Valid Texas driver's license.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Strong written, verbal, and computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in residential or outpatient substance use treatment programs.
• Experience with Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) or Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) services.
• Knowledge of 12-Step recovery principles.
• Experience conducting crisis intervention and suicide risk assessments.
• Familiarity with Joint Commission and Texas HHSC standards.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary treatment teams and insurance documentation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments, risk assessments, and diagnostic evaluations utilizing DSM-5 and ASAM criteria.
• Develop, implement, and regularly update individualized treatment plans and discharge plans.
• Provide individual, family, and group counseling using evidence-based and trauma-informed therapeutic interventions.
• Facilitate psychoeducational and process groups while maintaining timely and accurate clinical documentation.
• Complete weekly progress notes, treatment documentation, safety plans, discharge summaries, and all required clinical records.
• Provide crisis intervention utilizing non-violent crisis intervention techniques and participate in an on-call rotation.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, case managers, admissions staff, and external providers to coordinate comprehensive client care.
• Conduct collateral communication with referral sources and community providers to support continuity of care.
• Assist clients experiencing treatment resistance through therapeutic engagement and AMA prevention interventions.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, Joint Commission, HHSC, and organizational policies.
• Participate in staff meetings, clinical supervision, required trainings, competency assessments, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Promote a positive, collaborative, and recovery-oriented treatment environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

The Clinician applies advanced behavioral health knowledge to assess, diagnose, and treat individuals with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. Strong clinical documentation skills ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and insurance requirements while supporting quality patient care. Effective communication and interpersonal skills are essential for building therapeutic relationships with clients and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams. Crisis intervention, trauma-informed care, and evidence-based therapeutic approaches—including CBT, motivational interviewing, and relapse prevention techniques—are utilized daily to support client recovery. Excellent organizational, time management, and critical thinking skills enable the Clinician to manage multiple cases while maintaining high standards of ethical, compassionate, and client-centered care.