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Clinical Therapist

A Hiring Company, Sterling, Virginia, United States, 22170

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Company At Alpas Wellness Centers, our mission is to provide a safe, inclusive, and forward‑thinking environment where people heal their minds and bodies, rediscover their purpose, and forge a path of recovery toward a brighter future. Guided by our values—Authenticity, Innovation, Patient and Staff Experience, Compassion, Safety, and Autonomy—we integrate traditional, holistic, and alternative therapies to create individualized treatment plans that truly meet each person where they are.

Job Summary The Clinical Therapist works collaboratively with the client to plan, develop and monitor the individualized service plan. Treatment plans will address co‑occurring disorders, leverage Alpas Clinical programming, address family systems and other factors influencing patient’s recovery. The Clinical Therapist inspires and motivates clients and helps them develop tools to work toward recovery using evidence‑based and person‑centered practices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Evaluate client’s mental and physical health, addiction, or problem behavior and assess their readiness for treatment

Facilitate daily group therapy sessions

Complete all clinical case notes the same day as services are provided

Help clients develop individualized treatment plans, goals, and objectives, including education about medically assisted treatment options and referral to or collaboration with other resources on the medical and psychiatric teams

Review and recommend treatment options with patients and their families

Help clients develop skills and behaviors necessary to aid their individual recovery journey from addiction and work toward behavior modification

Work with patients to identify behaviors or situations that interfere with their recovery

Teach families about addiction or behavior disorders and help them develop strategies to cope with those problems

At times, provide case management services such as community resources and referrals for employment

Perform any other job-related duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

Must hold a valid State of VA or Credential that allows for practice of Drug and Alcohol Counseling

Must have 2 years minimum post‑licensure experience treating clients with substance abuse, mental health, and co‑occurring disorders

Knowledge of case management for dual‑diagnosis patients

Knowledge of medically assisted treatment options in the field of substance use disorder treatment

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines

Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands

Willingness and comfort working independently

Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving skills

Proven ability to handle multiple projects under pressure

Strong knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations (Google Suites and Microsoft Office)

Understanding of diverse cultures and gender‑specific issues and the ability to incorporate the needs of gender and culturally diverse groups into the organization

Understanding of the need for, and maintenance of, appropriate confidentiality at all times when interacting with patients, residents, families, visitors, referral sources, and all other contacts

Exhibits excellent customer‑relation skills as evidenced by supportive and constructive communication with all contacts including coworkers, clients, visitors, families, and referral sources

Compensation $80,000 to $90,000 annually, depending on experience.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k)

Training and Education Allowance

Equal Opportunity Employment Alpas Wellness is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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