Weekend Licensed Therapist

Ascent360; Brandon (MS); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing education opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Defining Wellness Centers in Brandon, MS is seeking a PRN Licensed Therapist (LPC, LCSW, LMFT) to provide trauma‑informed individual, family, and group therapy within a structured residential and PHP environment.

Responsibilities include conducting clinical assessments, developing tailored treatment plans, maintaining EMR documentation, and supporting clients with coping strategies and relapse prevention in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in counseling, social work or related field.
• Active Mississippi license (LPC, LCSW, LMFT).
• Experience providing evidence-based family therapy preferred.
• Certification in EMDR, CPT and/or PE preferred.
• Experience working with first responders and veterans highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of trauma, addiction, and co-occurring disorders.
• Familiarity with ASAM criteria and individualized treatment planning.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-informed individual and group therapy sessions.
• Facilitate therapeutic programming within a full continuum of care.
• Conduct clinical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EMR system.
• Support clients in developing coping strategies and relapse prevention plans.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Family therapy

EMDR/CPT/PE knowledge

First responders/veterans experience

ASAM criteria familiarity

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in counseling/social work

Mississippi license (LPC/LCSW/LMFT)

Job description

Defining Wellness Centers – a premier full-continuum substance abuse treatment facility located in Brandon, Mississippi and Ridgeland, Mississippi, is seeking a PRN Licensed Therapist (LPC, LCSW, LMFT). This position is weekend (PRN) and offers a competitive salary.

Position Overview

The therapist will provide individual, family, and group therapy to clients in a structured residential and PHP environment, addressing co‑occurring substance use disorders and mental health. This role focuses on evidence‑based, trauma‑informed care and plays a vital part in the recovery journey of individuals seeking long‑term healing.

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma‑informed individual and group therapy sessions
• Facilitate therapeutic programming within a full continuum of care
• Conduct clinical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EMR system
• Support clients in developing coping strategies and relapse prevention plans

Qualifications

• Master's degree in counseling, Social Work, or a related field
• Active Mississippi license (LPC, LCSW, LMFT)
• Experience providing evidence‑based family therapy preferred
• Certification in EMDR, CPT, and/or PE preferred
• Experience working with first responders and veterans is highly preferred
• Strong knowledge of trauma, addiction, and co‑occurring disorders
• Familiarity with ASAM criteria and individualized treatment planning
• Ability to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Continuing education opportunities
• Supportive and mission‑driven team environment

To apply: Submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest in trauma‑informed addiction treatment.