Remote Group Therapist

Alsana; Westlake Village (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alsana is a national leader in eating-disorder treatment offering a holistic recovery approach. This role provides virtual group therapy, case management, and individual/family therapy to clients with complex needs, including crisis stabilization and ongoing assessment.

You will collaborate with the outpatient team, participate in trainings, and support clients and families in developing and following through with personalized treatment plans.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work, clinical counseling, or related health field.
• 2 years’ experience with eating-disordered clients or equivalent.
• Eligible for registration with relevant professional association.

Responsibilities

• Provide group therapy, case management and therapy for individuals with eating disorders.
• Complete progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries within established timelines.
• Coordinate with outpatient team to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Group therapy

Case management

Assessment

Crisis intervention

Family therapy

Education

Master’s degree in social work or related field

Tools

EHR software

Treatment planning

Job description

Who We Are

Be a part of a soul-hearted approach to healing

Alsana is a national leader in eating disorder treatment, offering a holistic, soul-hearted approach to recovery for adults and adolescents of all genders.

We exist to be a source of hope and healing, creating safe, nurturing spaces where individuals can cultivate the roots of their own recovery story.

What You’ll Do

As a Virtual Group Therapist at Alsana, you will provide consultation, case management and therapy on complex cases to individuals who have and are affected by serious eating disorders. You will assess clients, determine referral needs, provide group therapy, family therapy and group education and formulate and implement treatment plans.

• Performs, interprets, and provides feedback to clients on various assessments relevant to eating disorder treatment (e.g., psychosocial assessment, suicide risk assessment, core assessment packet)
• Provides individual therapy sessions for clients, utilizing appropriate interventions adapted to the needs of the client.
• Completes appropriate and thorough documentation within established time frames, including progress notes for individual and family sessions, weekly therapy assessments, treatment plans, and discharge summaries.
• Communicates with outpatient team to provide updates on client progress and to provide continuity of care.
• Attends weekly training and individual/group supervisions as assigned.
• Assists direct care in providing observations for clients, managing milieu conflict, and supporting clients.
• Participates in meals and snacks with clients as assigned.
• Provides crisis stabilization for clients in the milieu who may become de-escalated at times.
• Provides “check-ins” with clients as needed based on the needs of the client and the appropriateness of the check-in.
• Provides “on-call” coverage during assigned times.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work, Clinical Counseling, or other relevant health related discipline (ALC, LCSW, LPC, PhD)
• Two years’ recent related experience working with eating disordered clients or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Eligible for registration with relevant professional association
• Ability to educate and provide consultation to clients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Comprehensive knowledge of psychiatric diagnosis and professional practice guidelines for the treatment of various disorders
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant Acts such as Mental Health Act, Freedom of Information Act, pertinent regulations, policies and procedures, and other statutory duties

Join us in helping people feel rooted, engaged, and respected as they find their path to recovery. Together, we foster a community built on compassion, mutual respect, and whole-hearted care.