Therapist

Gateway Rehab; Washington, Northern (Washington County, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Gateway Rehab Center in Washington, PA is seeking a full-time Substance Use Disorder Inpatient Therapist to join our inpatient team. You will deliver trauma-informed individual, group, and family therapy to support recovery and collaboration with the treatment team.

The role emphasizes developing comprehensive treatment plans, accurate documentation, and progress assessments to empower clients toward lasting change, with a focus on accessibility and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in health and human services or related field.
• Minimum 1 year of health and human services experience.
• Pass PA background checks and FBI/clearances.
• Ability to perform trauma-informed assessments.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct individual, group, and family therapy.
• Develops and updates patient treatment plans with the treatment team.
• Completes clinical documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Monitors progress and coordinates continuing care and referrals.
• Ensures HIPAA compliance and maintains patient confidentiality.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Therapy (SUD)

Assessment skills

Care plan development

Excellent communication

HIPAA compliance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in health and human services

Job description

Description

ATTENTION! $3,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!

Ready to elevate addiction recovery? If you’re looking to redefine the way care is delivered and be at the forefront of addiction recovery, we have the career for you! Your expertise and compassion can change lives—one session at a time!

Gateway Rehab Center (GRC) is seeking a passionate and skilled full-time Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Inpatient Therapist in Washington, PA. This position allows you to bring compassion, innovation, and expertise to individuals on their journey to recovery.

If you’re driven by the mission of making high-quality, accessible care a reality for all, we want to hear from you!

Why Choose Gateway Rehab?

• Make an impact through Gateway’s mission “to help all affected by addictive disease to be healthy in body, mind, and spirit.”
• Be a part of an organization that has been leading the way in addiction treatment for over 50 years.
• Enjoy some flexibility in how you conduct your groups.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including contribution toward the medical insurance plan of your choice: Highmark or UPMC, plus access to employee discount programs and additional supportive benefits!

Why This Role is Important to SUD Treatment?

GRC’s Inpatient team in Washington is changing lives, and as a Therapist, you’ll be at the forefront of this movement. Your work will expand access to critical services and empower clients on their way to recovery. This is more than just a job. It’s a mission-driven career where you can make a lasting impact every single day!

Responsibilities

• Utilizes and promotes trauma-informed treatment through the provision of evidence-based practices.
• Participates in developing the patient’s treatment plan and outcomes in cooperation with the treatment team.
• Provides direct therapeutic services consisting of individual, group, and/or family therapy dependent on the patient's needs.
• Makes ongoing assessments regarding the patient’s progress in treatment and revises the treatment plan according to patient needs.
• Completes clinical documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Establishes and maintains contact and relationships with referral sources related to patient caseload.
• Plans for continuing care of patients and makes appropriate referrals.
• Monitors and completes insurance authorizations for patient caseload.li>
• Provides referrals for additional care or services when required
• Achieves and maintains expected productivity of 50% on an ongoing basis.
• Participates in regular supervision with the manager and seek additional supervision as needed.
• Adheres to all applicable provisions of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).
• Adheres to the Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (OMHSAS), Department of Public Welfare (DPW), and Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) regulations.
• Completes mandatory orientation and annual training programs; completes applicable attendance documentation.
• Provides coverage for other programs as needed.
• Performs other similar and related duties as necessary and/or as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients, families, and other professionals.
• Understands the nature of addiction, including its psychological, physiological, and social aspects.
• Ability to conduct thorough assessments to diagnose substance use disorders and/or co-occurring conditions.
• Ability to provide individual and/or group therapy to help patients understand their addiction and develop coping strategies.
• Skilled at analyzing complex situations and making sound decisions regarding treatment and intervention strategies.
• Has the capacity to manage personal stress and maintain professionalism in challenging situations.
• Ability to uphold strict confidentiality to protect patients’ privacy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree with 1 year experience in a health and human services field.

Additional Requirements

• Pass a PA Criminal Background Check
• Obtain PA Child Abuse and FBI Fingerprinting Clearances
• Pass Drug Screen
• 2-Step TB Test
• Obtain CPR/First Aid Certification

Work Conditions

• Favorable working conditions.
• Minimal physical demands.
• Significant mental demands include those associated with treating patients with substance use and co-occurring disorders.

GRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We value different backgrounds, voices, and experiences.