What are the responsibilities and job description for the Master Level Therapist position at Samba Recovery?
We are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and motivated Master’s Level Therapist to provide mental health and substance abuse counseling services to adolescents, adults, and families. The ideal candidate will have experience in behavioral health, knowledge of ASAM criteria, co-occurring disorders, crisis intervention, and individualized treatment planning. This role involves conducting assessments, facilitating therapy sessions, coordinating care, and supporting clients on their path to recovery and wellness.
Key Responsibilities- Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
- Provide individual, group, and family therapy for clients experiencing mental health and substance use disorders
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with agency, state, and federal standards
- Monitor client progress and adjust treatment interventions as needed
- Provide crisis intervention and relapse prevention support
- Collaborate with psychiatrists, case managers, medical providers, and community resources to coordinate client care
- Educate clients and families on mental health, addiction, coping strategies, and recovery resources
- Maintain confidentiality and ethical standards in compliance with HIPAA and professional licensing regulations
- Participate in clinical supervision, staff meetings, and ongoing professional development
- Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related behavioral health field
- Experience working with mental health and/or substance abuse populations preferred
- Knowledge of evidence-based treatment modalities such as CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Informed Care, and 12 Steps
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Co-occurring disorders treatment
- Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), Intensive outpatient (IOP), or outpatient behavioral health services
- Crisis stabilization or community mental health experience
- Electronic Health Record (EHR) documentation systems
- Monday–Friday
- Evening hours may be required based on client needs