Substance Use Clinical Psychotherapist

Black Women's Mental Health Institute; Maplewood (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Women's Mental Health Institute seeks a Staff Psychotherapist to provide individual and group psychotherapy to adults with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions in residential and outpatient settings. The role includes conducting biopsychosocial assessments, developing personalized treatment plans, and delivering evidence-informed therapy.

This position emphasizes crisis intervention, risk management, interdisciplinary collaboration, and thorough documentation,

Qualifications

• Experience treating adults with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions.
• Ability to deliver biopsychosocial assessments and develop person-centered treatment plans.
• Strong written and verbal communication; teamwork in multidisciplinary settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized, person-centered treatment plans.
• Deliver evidence-informed individual and group therapy.
• Provide crisis intervention and support risk management as needed.
• Coordinate care across services and participate in interdisciplinary case collaboration.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Participate in case consultation, supervision, and ongoing training.

Skills

Clinical expertise

Trauma-informed care

Assessment & crisis management

Communication & teamwork

Documentation & care coordination

Job description

Staff Psychotherapist provides individual and group psychotherapy to adults with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions in residential and outpatient settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized, person-centered treatment plans
• Deliver evidence-informed individual and group therapy
• Provide crisis intervention and support risk management as needed
• Coordinate care across services and participate in interdisciplinary case collaboration
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation
• Participate in case consultation, supervision, and ongoing training

Qualifications & Skills

• Clinical expertise working with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders
• Trauma-informed, recovery-focused approach
• Strong assessment, treatment planning, and crisis management skills
• Effective communication and teamwork in a multidisciplinary setting
• Proficiency with documentation and care coordination

Growth Opportunities

Supports leadership and program development within a recovery-focused environment.