Licensed Mental Health Therapist

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Licensed Mental HealthTherapist!

SIGN ON BONUS OFFERED FOR FULL TIME POSITION*** $1,500.00***

The Program Therapist performs social services functions to include assisting patients in meeting their bio-psychosocial needs while enabling them to access therapeutic treatment skills to achieve their optimal level of emotional health, including providing basic consultation, teaching, completing specialized clinical social work services for patients/families receiving care, crisis intervention, short-term and long-term family therapy, and providing information and referrals as needed.

Education: Master's Degree from an accredited college or university, in Social Work or a clinical related mental health field preferred. MSW, APC, LPC and LCSW preferred.

Experience: A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a psychiatric health care facility, with direct experience in family and group therapies, crisis intervention, and treatment skills; and have strong clinical assessment skills preferred.

Additional Requirements: CPR/First Aid and CPI Training. May be required to work flexible hours and overtime.

Ridgeview Institute offers competitive rates and benefits including:

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

Short Term and Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

401k Retirement Plan with Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Cafeteria on-site

Free Parking

At Ridgeview Institute we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Company Description

Ridgeview Institute has been a staple in the state of Georgia and nationwide for the treatment of both addiction and behavioral health for over 40 years. We provide a comprehensive continuum of mental health and substance abuse treatment services based upon a commitment to excellence and quality care to patients and their loved ones.

Located on a 37-acre wooded campus in the city of Smyrna, GA, on the outskirts of Atlanta, Ridgeview Institute provides a safe, caring environment with Psychiatrists, Nurses, Social Workers, Counselors, Activity Therapists, and Mental Health Technicians. Treatment services include inpatient and outpatient services and aftercare.

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