Outpatient Mental Health Therapist

Overview

Piedmont Eastside

The Outpatient Mental Health Therapist provides individual counseling, group therapy, and psychoeducation to clients receiving outpatient services. This role supports individuals with mental health and/or co-occurring substance use disorders, helping them develop coping strategies and achieve treatment goals.

Schedule

Full-time with some evening availability (variable shift)

Responsibilities

• Facilitate individual therapy sessions and create personalized treatment plans.
• Conduct intake assessments, including psychosocial evaluations and risk assessments.
• Provide group therapy sessions focused on mental health, coping skills, and relapse prevention.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, nurses, and case managers to ensure integrated care.
• Document all sessions and maintain compliance with HIPAA and program standards.
• Offer crisis intervention and support as needed.
• Educate clients on emotional regulation, life skills, and recovery strategies.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in ongoing training.
  
  

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field.
• Licensure: LPC, LCSW, LMFT (associate licensure accepted if working toward full licensure).
• Experience: Prior experience in outpatient mental health or substance use treatment preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and group facilitation skills.
  
  

Business Unit : Name: Eastside Medical Center LLC