Licensed Therapist OR Associate Therapist

Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE POSITION: 

The Licensed Therapist I at Tatum Psychology Employment Group plays a vital role in delivering high-quality clinical services; providing direct therapeutic care through individual, group, couples, and family therapy sessions, tailored to the unique needs of each client. In addition to therapy, the Licensed Therapist I also offers case management services when necessary, ensuring clients have access to comprehensive care and support systems. The Licensed Therapist I conducts thorough initial assessments, biopsychosocial evaluations to gain a comprehensive understanding of a client’s mental, emotional, physical, and social functioning. Based on these assessments, the Licensed Therapist will develop personalized treatment plans that establish goals, interventions, and measurable outcomes. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

1. Clinical  

• Conducts individual, group, couples, and family therapy, providing direct therapeutic care under limited supervision.  
• Hold a full-time caseload, as specified by the clinical supervisor, and may take on projects involving increased clinical hours when needed.  
• Provides crisis intervention services as appropriate, ensuring patient safety and continuity of care.  
• Monitors and oversees patient progress in treatment, making clinical adjustments to ensure the level of care remains aligned with medical necessity.  
• Offer appropriate clinical consultation and actively participate in clinical consultation and supervision assessments.  

2. Assessment, Planning, and Documentation 

• Completes initial assessments, biopsychosocial evaluations, treatment plans, therapy notes, and discharge plans within required timeframes.  
• Ensures accurate, timely documentation to support medical necessity and meet all insurance and regulatory compliance standards.  
• Oversees utilization review processes and adheres to clinical programming requirements related to medical necessity.  
• Identifies opportunities for documentation and workflow improvement to support better clinical outcomes.  

3. Collaboration & Coordination 

• Coordinates care with internal and external stakeholders, including families and multi-disciplinary team members, to promote continuity and integration of services.  
• Participates in interdisciplinary staff meetings and treatment planning discussions with other professional team members.  
• Collaborates with the intake coordinator and other departments to ensure smooth client onboarding and appropriate treatment placement.  
• Supports management and contributes to broader team initiatives to improve clinical processes and service delivery.  

4. Compliance and Quality Improvement  

• Ensure compliance with legal, ethical, and regulatory standards, as well as with community and agency-specific standards of care.  
• Participate in internal quality improvement activities, helping to track outcomes and implement best practices.  
• Follows and actively contributes to the improvement of clinical objectives, procedures, and policies to enhance service quality and operational efficiency.  

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS: 

1. Performs other duties as may be assigned. 
2. Follows and supports TPEG policies and procedures. 
3. Works collaboratively and cooperatively with internal and external partners. 
4. Represents TPEG, Inc., by embodying the mission, vision and values of the organization. 
5. Travels occasionally during the workday and on occasional overnight stay. (Compensation for mileage, food and lodging provided.)  
6. Maintains regular attendance at work and company activities and demonstrates punctuality regarding deadlines. 
7. Displays creativity and vision in recommending new tactics and strategies. 
8. Expands and updates job knowledge through educational opportunities and professional learning. 

The description of job functions reflects general details as necessary to describe the principal duties, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload. Employees who hold this position may be asked to perform other duties as assigned. 

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

1. EDUCATION: Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field. 
2. LICENSURE: Applicant must have a current state license as a mental health therapist (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC) in accordance with the Board of Behavioral Services (BBS). 
3. RELATED EXPERIENCE: Minimum of two (2) years of experience in mental health / substance abuse treatment field preferred. 
4. SKILLS: Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.  
5. OTHER EXPERIENCE / SKILLS REQUIRED: 

• Experience working with culturally diverse individuals and communities or have otherwise demonstrated a commitment to strengthening the engagement of a diverse community and skill in communicating with diverse populations.  
• Familiarity with equity and/or diversity initiatives within an organization.  
• Written and oral communication skills sufficient to perform essential functions.  
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions independently and use initiative to accomplish complex assignments with general instruction and guidance.  
• Demonstrated ability to exercise judgment and integrity on the job with confidentiality, tact, and diplomacy.  
• Demonstrated ability to organize time and other resources to perform multiple tasks.   
• Demonstrated ability to complete work accurately and in a timely manner with attention to detail.  
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others and to provide effective team leadership.  
• Proficiency in word processing and database and/or spreadsheet applications.  
• Physical and mental attributes are sufficient to perform essential functions.  
• Demonstrated ability to recognize merit, excellence and intelligence in staff and potential employees.  
• Valid Driver's License  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

1. Proficient in English Language 
2. Proficient communicator 

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

1. Work settings vary from offices, program sites, and stakeholder locations 
2. Travel modes can include the use of company or personal transportation