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Staff Therapist

Cedar Recovery
Nashville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2026
Overview

The staff therapist is expected to demonstrate expertise in: the ability to conduct group therapy, individual therapy, complete assessments, treatment planning and the utilization of SMART goals. The staff therapist needs to be proficient in completing clinical documentation within a timely manner, and collaborating with the lead therapist, medical and administrative departments to provide best patient care. The focus of this position requires extensive knowledge in psychoeducation, crisis intervention, case management, substance abuse knowledge, appropriate referral sources, assessment completion, and treatment/discharge planning. This position will also perform other tasks related to the therapy needs of the office and the treatment needs of the patients.

This position requires an extensive knowledge of: Microsoft Office, Google Drive, zoom and an EMR system.

Responsibilities

  • Fulfill the care values of Cedar Recovery: love unconditionally, forgive habitually, and demonstrate mercy.
  • Treat patients better than they expect to be treated.
  • Support the patient’s progress toward recovery goals, improved social determinants of health scores, and patient health outcomes.
  • Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team of medical providers, therapy providers, and admin professionals to provide best-in-class care to our patients.
  • Conduct group and individual sessions.
  • Administer patient assessments as clinically indicated.
  • Orient patients to the treatment program’s policies and procedures.
  • Establish and build rapport with clients.
  • Establish SMART goals with each patient and monitor progress.
  • Conduct initial assessments and formulate individual plans of care. Includes activities related to managing and improving the care of the patient population across health, substance abuse and mental health treatment, and social service providers.
  • Maintain licensure/certification and complete required CEU’s.
  • Provide referrals outside of Cedar Recovery as clinically indicated.
  • Report to the lead therapist in the office for supervision, guidance, and direction.

Qualifications

  • A master’s level degree in counseling or related field.
  • A licensed clinician preferred. (LPC-MHSP, LCSW)
  • Consideration of applicants will be weighed based on:
    • Experience in the field
    • Educational background: Master’s or higher in social work, counseling, and/or related field of study
Work Environment: This job operates in a professional treatment environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and fax machines.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time position (40 hours per week). Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The clinician must also be available to respond to questions from their clinical team, as needed.

Compensation: Competitive salary will be determined by experience and education.

We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. and to compliance with all Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, natural origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition, disability or veteran’s status or any other classification protected by State/Federal laws.

Job Type: Full-time

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