Recovery Therapist - Behavioral Health & SUD

Recovery Centers of America; Westminster (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Recovery Centers of America is seeking a therapist to plan, direct and coordinate medically approved programs for patients in hospitals, addiction facilities, or other settings, inspiring clients to recover using evidence-based and person-centered practices.

The role requires a master's degree in a clinical field and licensure preferred, with strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in clinical psychology, education-counseling, medicine, psychology, rehabilitative counseling, or social work.
• One year of supervised substance use disorder counseling experience.
• MHC, LMHC, LMSW, LCSW, or Ph.D. in Psychology preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate clients' mental and physical health, addiction, or problem behavior and assess their readiness for treatment
• Help clients develop treatment goals and plans
• Review and recommend treatment options with clients and their families
• Help clients develop skills and behaviors necessary to recover from their addiction or modify their behavior
• Work with clients to identify behaviors or situations that interfere with their recovery
• Teach families about addiction or behavior disorders and help them develop strategies to cope with those problems
• Refer clients to other resources and services, such as job placement services and support groups
• Conduct outreach programs to help people identify the signs of addiction and other destructive behavior, as well as steps to take to avoid such behavior
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office skills

Evidence-based practice

Education

Master's in clinical psychology / related field

Licensure preferred (MHC/LMHC/LMSW/LCSW/Ph.D.)

Job description

Recovery Centers of America is seeking a therapist to plan, direct and coordinate medically approved programs for patients in hospitals, addiction facilities, or other settings, inspiring clients to recover using evidence-based and person-centered practices.

The role requires a master's degree in a clinical field and licensure preferred, with strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining confidentiality.