Weekend Mental Health Therapist (Part-Time)
Embark Behavioral Health
Summary
Part-Time Weekends (Group Therapist). Embark Behavioral Health adolescent residential treatment center in Alexandria, VA, is looking for licensed therapists to lead weekend group sessions that make a real impact.
Job description
Overview
Part-Time Weekends (Group Therapist). Embark Behavioral Health adolescent residential treatment center in Alexandria, VA, is looking for licensed therapists to lead weekend group sessions that make a real impact.
As Licensed Mental Health Therapist, you'll collaborate with your team to discuss client progress and strategies, primarily assist in group therapy sessions at our short-term residential home. You will utilize relational and systemic modalities, along with experiential therapy to create a holistic approach that supports clients in processing emotions, strengthening relationships, and developing effective coping strategies.
Responsibilities
- Conduct one group therapy session and attend Nurse group therapy sessions.
- Ensure compliance with treatment standards through required notes and MTP
- Meet program goals through outcomes testing and standards
- Collaborate with an experienced clinical team for best client outcomes
Qualifications
- Minimum master's Degree in Behavioral Sciences - Social Work (MSW), Clinical Social Work (CSW), Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) or a related discipline.
- Active Virginia licensure or eligibility for one of the following: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP); Associate: Resident in Counseling (RIC), Supervisee in Social Work (SSW).
- Strong clinical skills with a commitment to evidence-based practices, preferred
- Passion for counseling teens and young adults struggling with mental health issues
- Ability to incorporate clinical diagnostic and assessment instruments to monitor client progress and treatment outcomes
- Experience in residential settings and relational, experiential, and systemic modalities, preferred
Requirements
- Minimum master's degree in Behavioral Sciences - Social Work (MSW), Clinical Social Work (CSW), Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) or a related discipline
- Active Virginia licensure or eligibility as LCSW, LPC, LCP, RIC, or SSW
- Strong clinical skills with a commitment to evidence-based practices, preferred
- Passion for counseling teens and young adults struggling with mental health issues
- Ability to incorporate clinical diagnostic and assessment instruments to monitor client progress and treatment outcomes
- Experience in residential settings and relational, experiential, and systemic modalities, preferred
Company overview
Embark Behavioral Health is a leading national network of behavioral health treatment centers specializing in comprehensive mental health care for adolescents and young adults. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, the organization operates more than 30 outpatient centers and residential treatment programs across the United States. Embark offers a full continuum of evidence-based services including wilderness therapy, residential treatment centers, partial hospitalization programs, intensive outpatient programs, and virtual counseling. The company is distinguished by its bold mission to reverse the trends of adolescent and young adult anxiety, depression, and suicide by 2028. With over 25 years of specialized experience, Embark utilizes innovative therapeutic approaches like their CASA framework (Commitment, Acceptance, Security, and Attunement) to build healing bonds with patients and families. The organization serves thousands of clients annually through its nationwide network, providing personalized treatment plans for conditions including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, substance use, and trauma-related disorders. Embark accepts most major insurance plans and maintains accreditation from organizations including The Joint Commission, demonstrating its commitment to quality care standards.