Eating Disorders Therapist (CEDS) Full-Time $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

WHO WE ARE:

River Oaks Hospital (a UHS affiliated hospital), located in metropolitan New Orleans, Louisiana, is a private psychiatric facility for adults, adolescents and children. Since 1970, River Oaks has established a tradition of excellence in the treatment of acute psychiatric illness, dual diagnosis, alcohol and drug detoxification, trauma-based disorders, compulsive behaviors, and eating disorders, River Oaks has provided quality treatment to service individuals suffering from mental illness, and/or addictive disorders. Situated on a 14-acre campus, services are available at all levels of care (inpatient, day or partial hospitalization, outpatient, and intensive outpatient). For more information please visit: https://riveroakshospital.com/

Eating Disorders Therapist (CEDS) – Nationally Recognized Specialty Program

River Oaks Hospital | Harahan, LA

Join a Nationally Recognized Specialty Program and Help Transform Lives

River Oaks Hospital is seeking a passionate and experienced Eating Disorders Therapist to join our highly specialized team dedicated to providing exceptional care for individuals struggling with eating disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions.

As a member of our nationally recognized specialty programming, you'll work alongside experienced psychiatrists, therapists, dietitians, nurses, and clinical leaders who are committed to delivering evidence-based treatment and helping patients achieve lasting recovery. This is more than a therapist role; it's an opportunity to collaborate, innovate, and make a meaningful impact within one of the region's premier behavioral health programs.

The Eating Disorders Therapist plays a vital role within our interdisciplinary treatment team, providing individual, family, and group therapy while collaborating closely with medical, nutritional, and psychiatric providers to ensure comprehensive patient care.

This position offers the unique opportunity to contribute to a highly specialized treatment environment where teamwork, clinical excellence, and innovation drive positive patient outcomes.

What You'll Do

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based interventions.
• Facilitate eating disorder-focused therapeutic and psychoeducational groups.
• Actively participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings, case consultations, and care coordination efforts.
• Partner closely with psychiatrists, dietitians, nursing staff, and case managers to ensure integrated treatment planning.
• Support patients and families throughout the recovery process while fostering hope and resilience.
• Monitor treatment progress and adjust interventions as clinically appropriate.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in accordance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Assist with discharge planning and continuum-of-care recommendations.

The River Oaks Difference

At River Oaks Hospital, collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Our clinicians work in a highly engaged team environment where every discipline contributes valuable expertise to the treatment process.

As part of our specialty programming, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Collaborate daily with nationally respected eating disorder treatment professionals.
• Participate in comprehensive case reviews and integrated treatment planning.
• Expand your expertise through ongoing clinical consultation and professional development.
• Contribute to a culture focused on excellence, compassion, and recovery.
• Help shape the treatment experience for patients receiving specialized behavioral healthcare.

Why Join River Oaks Hospital?

• $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Be part of a nationally recognized Eating Disorders Treatment Program
• Collaborate with an experienced, multidisciplinary team of behavioral health professionals
• Deliver specialized, evidence-based care in a supportive clinical environment
• Opportunities for professional growth, continuing education, and specialty development
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Education Assistance
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Make a lasting difference for patients and families navigating recovery

Qualifications

Required

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, Psychology, or related behavioral health field.
• Current Louisiana licensure (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent) or license eligible.
• Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS) credentialing
• Experience working with patients diagnosed with eating disorders and/or co-occurring behavioral health conditions.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.

Preferred

• Experience in inpatient, residential, PHP, or IOP behavioral health settings.
• Training in CBT-E, DBT, ACT, FBT, or other evidence-based eating disorder treatment models.
• Experience collaborating within multidisciplinary treatment teams.

Join Our Team

If you're looking for an opportunity to advance your specialty practice, collaborate with accomplished clinicians, and be part of a nationally recognized eating disorder treatment program, we invite you to apply.

Join River Oaks Hospital and help empower recovery—while receiving a $10,000 Sign-On Bonus.

Together, we make recovery possible.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• eating disorders: 1 year (Required)
• Behavioral health hospital: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Required)
• Certified Eating Disorders (Required)

Work Location: In person