Therapist

Bradford Health Services; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Domestic partner coverage

Mental health support

Voluntary benefits

Student loan repayment

Retirement plan

Generous PTO

Voluntary benefits for part-time

Job summary

Bradford Health Services is seeking a licensed Therapist to deliver evidence‑based treatment for adults with behavioral health disorders. You will conduct individual, group, and family sessions using CBT, DBT, MI, and other modalities, with biweekly supervision and ongoing professional development.

Join a team focused on recovery, compassionate care, and patient-centered planning in a supportive work environment. Comprehensive benefits and a strong workplace culture are offered.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• Experience in addiction and mental health.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Desire to work collaboratively with diverse team and patient population.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive bio-psycho-social assessments with newly admitted patients.
• Assess and document risk of harm to self or others.
• Develop a treatment plan with patient-specific goals, interventions, and timeframes.
• Collaborate with treatment team to plan appropriate aftercare.
• Conduct individual therapy sessions with patients.
• Lead process groups on topics related to addiction, recovery, and wellbeing.
• Facilitate family sessions.
• Develop and lead specialty groups or sessions.
• Leverage de-escalation skills to ensure patient safety and reduce AMA risk.
• Maintain and promote healthy boundaries.
• Promote and protect patient independence, privacy, dignity, and wellbeing.
• Complete progress notes for sessions and update treatment plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Reprieve offers a phased, holistic recovery program focused on rebuilding connections to self, spirituality, and community. Through personalized care, therapeutic support, and family involvement, residents gain the tools needed for sustainable sobriety and a purposeful life. We believe that recovery involves more than just stopping abusing dangerous substances; it’s about rebuilding connections with oneself, the community, and spirituality. Our unique phased approach to long‑term addiction recovery emphasizes individual growth, therapeutic support, and community building, equipping residents with the necessary tools for sustainable sobriety and a meaningful life.

We are seeking a Therapist to add to our dynamic team. Therapists have the primary role in the planning and delivery of evidence‑based treatment to a cohort of adult patients with behavioral health disorders. You will conduct therapeutic sessions with individuals, groups, and families. You will use your understanding of different therapy modalities; motivational interviewing (MI); and the tenets of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) to help patients progress towards their goals and live out their best future.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive bio‑psycho‑social assessments with newly admitted patients
• Assess and document risk of harm to self or others
• Develop a treatment plan with patient‑specific goals, interventions, and timeframes
• Collaborate with treatment team to plan appropriate aftercare
• Conduct individual therapy sessions with patients
• Lead process groups on a range of topics related to addiction, recovery, and wellbeing
• Facilitate family sessions
• Develop and lead specialty groups or sessions unique to your interests and expertise
• Leverage de‑escalation skills to ensure patient safety and reduce AMA risk
• Maintain and promote healthy boundaries
• Promote and protect each patient’s independence, privacy, dignity, and emotional and physical well being
• Complete progress notes for individual, group, and family sessions
• Update treatment plans to reflect patient progress and challenges
• Capture any safety concerns and interventions or referrals initiated
• Document all clinical assessments as required
• Learn and follow company‑established policies and procedures
• Remain current with all required trainings and certifications
• Receive biweekly supervision
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor
• Practice respectful, compassionate, supportive communication with patients and colleagues

Education & Experience

• Master’s degree required
• Experience in addiction and mental health
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Desire to work collaboratively with diverse team and patient population.
• The ideal candidate is compassionate, professional, organized, and efficient.

Licenses/Certificates

• State Certification/Licensure

We’re officially a Great Place to Work®! We’ve always believed that supporting our team is just as important as supporting our patients. Now, we’re proud to share that we’ve earned Great Place to Work® Certification - based entirely on feedback from our own employees. This certification reflects the culture we’ve worked hard to build - one rooted in trust, inclusion, and purpose‑driven leadership.

At Bradford Health Services, we are committed to providing exceptional care to our patients while fostering a supportive and rewarding workplace for our employees. We believe that taking care of our team allows them to take better care of others, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well‑being.

• Medical Coverage – Three new BCBSAL medical plans with better rates, improved co‑pays, and enhanced prescription benefits.
• Expanded Coverage – Options for domestic partners and a wider network of in‑network providers.
• Mental Health Support – Improved access to services and a new Employee Assistance Program (EAP) featuring digital wellness tools like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) modules and wellness coaching.
• Voluntary Coverages – Pet insurance, home and auto insurance, family legal services, and more.
• Student Loan Repayment – Available for nurses and therapists.
• Retirement Benefits – 401(k) plan through Voya to help employees plan for the future.
• Generous PTO – A robust paid time off policy to support work‑life balance.
• Voluntary Benefits for Part‑Time Employees – Dental, vision, life, accident insurance, and telehealth options for those working 20 hours or more per week.