Therapist

About the Role

Canvas Outpatient PLLC is seeking a full-time, in-person Group & Intake Therapist to join our collaborative behavioral health team in Fort Worth. This role is ideal for a compassionate, team-oriented clinician who enjoys both assessment and group facilitation work. You will provide comprehensive intakes, lead therapy groups, and support individuals in our intensive outpatient and outpatient programs using evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches.

Schedule

• Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays: 12:30 PM – 8:30 PM
• Wednesdays and Fridays: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• (Full-time, on-site schedule. Some flexibility may be required to meet program and client needs.)

Key Responsibilities

Intake & Assessment

• Conduct in-person biopsychosocial assessments and diagnostic evaluations.
• Gather clinical history, assess presenting concerns, and establish treatment goals.
• Orient new clients to program expectations, confidentiality, and structure.
• Collaborate with the Clinical Director and treatment team for care coordination.

Group & Individual Therapy

• Facilitate on-site group therapy sessions focused on coping skills, trauma recovery, emotional regulation, and interpersonal growth.
• Provide individual therapy as needed to reinforce treatment objectives.
• Apply evidence-based modalities (CBT, DBT, EMDR, IFS, or mindfulness-informed interventions).

Treatment Planning & Case Collaboration

• Develop, implement, and revise individualized treatment plans.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case staffing, clinical meetings, and consultations.
• Communicate effectively with team members to ensure coordinated care.

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete intake summaries, progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge documentation promptly.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, Joint Commission, and Texas behavioral health standards.
• Uphold professional and ethical standards of clinical practice.

Crisis Management

• Respond to and de-escalate crisis situations using established safety protocols.
• Conduct risk assessments and collaborate with supervisory staff when needed.

Professional Development

• Attend ongoing supervision, training, and continuing education.
• Stay informed of best practices in trauma-informed and evidence-based behavioral health care.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field.
• Active Texas license: LMSW, LCSW, LPC, LPC-Associate, LMFT, or LMFT-Associate.
• Minimum one (1) year of clinical experience in behavioral health, IOP, PHP, or outpatient settings preferred.
• Strong assessment, documentation, and communication skills.
• Team-oriented, ethical, and compassionate in approach.

Preferred Experience

• Familiarity with trauma-informed models, EMDR, or integrative treatment approaches.
• Experience facilitating therapy groups and collaborating within a multidisciplinary team.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive full-time salary range of $55,000–$65,000, based on licensure level and experience.
• Free EMDR training and consultation.
• Free LCSW supervision (if applicable).
• Supportive and collaborative clinical environment with opportunities for professional advancement.

Physical & Emotional Requirements

• Must be present on-site during scheduled hours.
• Ability to sit, stand, and move between therapy and intake spaces throughout the day.
• Maintain emotional stability and professionalism while engaging with clients experiencing distress or crisis.