Intensive Outpatient (IOP) Therapist

Impact Life; Georgetown (DE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

11 Paid Holidays annually

Training and professional development

Wellness resources

Job summary

Impact Life in Georgetown, Delaware seeks a licensed Intensive Outpatient Therapist to join our outpatient team. The IOP Therapist delivers evidence-based counseling for individuals with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders, including assessments and treatment planning.

The role emphasizes independent practice within an interdisciplinary team, clinical documentation, and family education to support recovery goals.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field is required.
• Active Delaware license as LCSW or LPCMH is required.
• Knowledge of behavioral health treatment and evidence-based practices.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and family counseling for clients in the Intensive Outpatient Program.
• Facilitate structured groups using evidence-based practices for substance use and co-occurring disorders.
• Complete biopsychosocial assessments and determine levels of care.
• Develop individualized treatment and recovery plans based on client needs.
• Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as clinically appropriate.
• Provide crisis intervention and risk assessment when necessary.
• Coordinate care with case managers, peer recovery specialists, and medical providers.
• Educate clients and families on substance use disorders and recovery principles.
• Conduct discharge planning and referrals to continuing care services.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation within the EHR.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, supervision, and quality improvement activities.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory, licensing, and confidentiality requirements.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related behavioral health field

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Intensive Outpatient Therapist

Location: Georgetown, Delaware
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

Impact Life is seeking a licensed Intensive Outpatient Therapist to join our Georgetown Outpatient team. The IOP Therapist provides comprehensive behavioral health treatment services to individuals participating in our Intensive Outpatient Program, with a focus on substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders.

This position provides evidence-based individual, group, and family counseling and is responsible for assessment, treatment planning, therapeutic intervention, care coordination, clinical documentation, and supporting clients throughout their recovery.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and family counseling for clients enrolled in the Intensive Outpatient Program.
• Facilitate structured therapeutic groups utilizing evidence-based practices for substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders.
• Complete comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and ongoing clinical assessments to determine treatment needs and appropriate levels of care.
• Develop individualized treatment and recovery plans based on client needs, strengths, and clinical recommendations.
• Monitor and document client progress toward treatment goals and adjust treatment plans as clinically appropriate.
• Provide crisis intervention and risk assessment when necessary.
• Coordinate care with case managers, peer recovery specialists, medical providers, and community partners to support continuity of care.
• Educate clients and families on substance use disorders, recovery principles, relapse prevention strategies, and behavioral health wellness.
• Conduct discharge planning and referrals to appropriate continuing care, treatment, and recovery support services.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation within the organization’s electronic health record system.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, clinical supervision, program development, and quality improvement activities.
• Maintain compliance with applicable regulatory, licensing, payer, confidentiality, and organizational requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field required.
• Active Delaware license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor of Mental Health (LPCMH) required.
• Knowledge of behavioral health treatment, substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health conditions, and evidence-based clinical practices.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and client confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience in behavioral health, substance use treatment, or a related clinical setting.
• Experience providing individual and group therapy.
• Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions.
• Experience utilizing evidence-based practices such as Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Relapse Prevention, and trauma-informed care.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate demonstrates strong clinical judgment, active listening, critical thinking, and the ability to develop effective therapeutic relationships. This individual should be comfortable independently managing clinical responsibilities while working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team.

We are looking for a clinician who approaches treatment with integrity, respect, compassion, and a person-centered perspective and understands the importance of tailoring services to each client’s individual needs, experiences, strengths, and recovery goals.

Impact Life offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) retirement options
• Paid time off
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Wellness resources