Primary Therapist (LPC, APC, LMSW, LCSW)

NANA Healthcare Management, LLC; Dunwoody (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Free CPI Training

Free CPR Training

Job summary

Atlanta Recovery Place (ARP) is hiring a Primary Therapist to provide individual, group, and family therapy in a substance use and mental health setting. The role emphasizes clinical judgment, proactive care, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

The position requires active GA licensure (APC, LPC, LMSW, LCSW, LMFT) and prior experience with high-acuity clients; CPI/CPR certification is preferred. On-site schedule, with daytime hours, supporting a mission-driven team at ARP.

Qualifications

• Active Georgia licensure or associate-level license in a relevant field.
• Experience with high-acuity mental health clients preferred.
• Experience leading group therapy and delivering individual/family therapy.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and family therapy services.
• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and determine treatment adequacy.
• Develop and update individualized treatment plans.
• Monitor client progress and clinical needs throughout care.
• Deliver crisis intervention and follow protocols.
• Conduct intake interviews and referrals as needed.
• Document services in compliance with standards.
• Notify Clinical Director of significant incidents.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary treatment teams.
• Uphold mission and values of Southern Live Oak Wellness, LLC.

Skills

Active Georgia licensure

Independent work style

Team collaboration

Education

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

Associate Professional Counselor (APC)

Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

Job description

Primary Therapist

Atlanta Recovery Place (ARP)

Location: On-Site

Schedule: Monday-Friday | Daytime

Salary: $50,000+ annually (based on experience)

About Atlanta Recovery Place (ARP)

Atlanta Recovery Place (ARP) provides personalized, structured aftercare that supports lasting recovery through mental, physical, and emotional healing. Our team is collaborative, compassionate, and deeply committed to client-centered care. If you thrive in a supportive, team-based environment and want to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to meet you.

Position Overview

ARP is seeking a Primary Therapist to deliver high-quality therapeutic services to clients in a substance use and mental health treatment setting. This role is ideal for clinicians who are clinically strong, proactive, and passionate about recovery-focused care.

Acceptable Licensure

• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
• Associate Professional Counselor (APC)
• Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and family therapy services
• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and determine clinical appropriateness for treatment
• Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment and service plans
• Monitor client behavior and progress throughout treatment
• Deliver crisis intervention services and follow established protocols
• Conduct intake interviews and make referral recommendations as needed
• Document services accurately and in compliance with clinical standards
• Communicate significant incidents to the Clinical Director
• Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary treatment team
• Uphold and embody the mission, vision, and values of Southern Live Oak Wellness, LLC

Minimum Qualifications

• Active Georgia licensure or associate-level license (APC, LPC, LMFT, LMSW, LCSW)
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with high-acuity mental health clients
• 3-5 years of experience in substance use and/or mental health treatment preferred
• Experience leading group therapy and providing individual and family therapy
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-based environment
• High level of initiative, professionalism, and clinical judgment
• CPI and CPR/First Aid certification preferred (training provided if needed)

Why Join ARP?

At ARP, you’ll be part of a mission-driven organization that values growth, support, and clinical excellence. We offer:

• The opportunity to positively impact lives every day
• A collaborative and supportive workplace culture
• Career advancement across multiple levels of care
• Comprehensive benefits, including:
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid holidays
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life, short-term, and disability insurance
  • Free CPI Training
  • Free CPR Training