Therapist

We are seeking a Full-time Licensed Therapist who can provide clinically-focused and trauma-informed care in an environment conducive to healing.  Being part of our clinically dynamic team has provided many of our therapists additional resources and advanced training in various modalities.  Our therapists are instrumental in the treatment, rehabilitation, reinvention and reintegration of our clients.  

Bradford Health Services is an industry leader in effective and affordable drug and alcohol rehab programs. We offer 25 top-quality addiction treatment facilities across 7 southeast states including Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Mississippi, North Carolina, Texas and Tennessee. Bradford has proudly served these communities for over 45 years. 

We are actively looking for experienced and caring Therapist  to join our team at our Warrior campus located in Warrior, AL. This is a great opportunity to join an established industry leader where passion and team spirit are nurtured and rewarded!   We are seeking a Full-time Licensed Therapist who can provide clinically-focused and trauma-informed care in an environment conducive to healing.  Being part of our clinically dynamic team has provided many of our therapists additional resources and advanced training in various modalities.  Our therapists are instrumental in the treatment, rehabilitation, reinvention and reintegration of our clients.  

Perks for our employees: 

• A competitive salary plus benefits
• Generous Paid Time Off for Work-Life Balance
• Opportunities to provide care through a variety of specialty treatment programs
• Professional growth opportunities

Our culture is best in class too! 

At Bradford Health Services, we understand that an industry-leading company is not built by one person. It takes an entire team to unite for a bigger purpose. This is why we believe in a company culture that values your effort and provides you with the resources you need to provide high-quality service. Your experience and expertise are highly valued, your contributions are recognized, and your professional goals are supported.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Conduct comprehensive bio-psycho-social assessments with newly admitted patients  
• Assess and document risk of harm to self or others 
• Develop a treatment plan with patient-specific goals, interventions, and timeframes  
• Collaborate with treatment team to plan appropriate aftercare 
• Conduct individual therapy sessions with patients 
• Lead process groups on a range of topics related to addiction, recovery, and wellbeing 
• Facilitate family sessions  
• Develop and lead specialty groups or sessions unique to your interests and expertise 
• Leverage de-escalation skills to ensure patient safety and reduce AMA risk 
• Maintain and promote healthy boundaries  
• Promote and protect each patient’s independence, privacy, dignity, and emotional and physical well being 
• Complete progress notes for individual, group, and family sessions 
• Update treatment plans to reflect patient progress and challenges 
• Capture any safety concerns and interventions or referrals initiated 
• Document all clinical assessments as required 
• Learn and follow company-established policies and procedures 
• Remain current with all required trainings and certifications 
• Receive biweekly supervision  
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor 
• Practice respectful, compassionate, supportive communication with patients and colleagues 
• Other duties as assigned 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• No direct supervisory responsibilities.  

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE and TRAINING:  

• Master’s degree required 
• Experience in addiction and mental health 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Desire to work collaboratively with diverse team and patient population. 
• The ideal candidate is compassionate, professional, organized, and efficient. 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:  

• State Certification 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical Demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

• The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 lbs.  
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; talk; hear.  
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. 
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel.  
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to use close vision to see computer monitors and read documents. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  

• Work environment is indoors and climate controlled. Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.