Clinical Mental Health Associate Therapist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Deliver treatment services as part of a vibrant multidisciplinary team in alignment with the Discovery Clinical Model.

• Ensure patient safety while implementing milieu interventions.

• Lead psychoeducational and process-focused therapy groups.

• Conduct clinical assessments and facilitate therapy sessions.

• Complete clinical documentation promptly during service delivery.

• Build therapeutic relationships with patients and their families/loved ones.

• Oversee admission assessments and manage the admission process.

• Engage in weekly treatment team meetings to discuss and communicate treatment objectives.

• Manage a caseload of 5–6 patients in Residential Treatment Center (RTC) and 10–15 in Outpatient (OP) care.

• Conduct assigned therapy sessions, including those involving family/support systems.

• Facilitate both process-oriented and psychoeducational group sessions.

• Participate in at least one meal or snack time each week.

• Lead multi-family groups, family programs, and/or family weekends.

• Provide utilization reviews to insurance providers for initial and ongoing stay authorization.

• Respond to family inquiries via calls and emails within designated timeframes.

• Evaluate patients for suicidality and potential harm to themselves or others.

• Offer clinical support to fellow team members as necessary.

• Collaborate with the Utilization Review and Business Departments regarding authorization and payment processes.

• Initiate discharge planning on the day of admission.

• Conduct discharge sessions to ensure understanding of coping skills, transition plans, and available resources.

• Confirm discharge appointments with patients and their loved ones.

• Communicate with referral sources and outpatient providers to ensure continuity of care.

• Manage transfers to higher levels of care as required.

• Participate in clinical outreach activities and program tours.

• Handle crises during sessions and within the milieu.

• Support milieu staff in their interactions with patients and families.

• Collaborate with the treatment team and milieu staff to maintain clinical quality.

• Provide monthly on-call facility support for RTC roles and respond to program calls within 20 minutes while on duty.

⛳️ Requirements

• Master's or Doctorate degree in a relevant discipline is required.

• Completion of state-mandated requirements for conducting therapeutic interventions is essential.

• Operates under supervision and is not fully licensed.

• Must possess a current driver's license in good standing.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and compensation package.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.

• Supportive work environment within a committed team.

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.