Injury Recovery Therapist — Trauma-Informed (LPC/LCSW)

Empower Mental Health; Atascadero (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Empower Mental Health in California is seeking an LPC or LCSW to provide short-term therapy for clients who have sustained personal injuries. The role focuses on trauma recovery, emotional healing, and coping within a structured time frame.

You will assess, develop treatment plans, apply CBT, mindfulness, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. Licensure and trauma-focused experience are required to support clients through crisis and healing.

Qualifications

• Licensed mental health professional.
• Trauma-focused therapies training or experience.
• Experience with short-term therapy and personal injury recovery preferred.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and develop individualized short-term treatment plans.
• Provide evidence-based therapies addressing trauma, anxiety, depression, and related issues.
• Respond to crises and coordinate with emergency services when needed.
• Educate clients on coping strategies and resilience building.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and share progress updates.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in counseling, psychology, social work

Doctoral degree (PhD/PsyD) in related field

Job description

Empower Mental Health in California is seeking an LPC or LCSW to provide short-term therapy for clients who have sustained personal injuries. The role focuses on trauma recovery, emotional healing, and coping within a structured time frame.

You will assess, develop treatment plans, apply CBT, mindfulness, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. Licensure and trauma-focused experience are required to support clients through crisis and healing.