Therapist - PHP/IOP

This position will help support our upcoming Eau Claire and Chippewa Falls PHP/IOP locations opening September / October 2026! The therapist leads the collaboration among an interdisciplinary team to develop, coordinate, and facilitate all direct social services interventions to patients assigned to their caseload and their support systems. The therapist utilizes empirically supported therapeutic techniques, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), or family therapy, to aid in the stabilization and recovery of individuals with mental and behavioral health concerns. The therapist creates a safe and supportive environment where patients gain insight into the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and work towards achieving their goals. The Therapist will work in an acute care setting that includes inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization and/or intensive outpatient services. Schedule: Full-time 40 hours / week, Monday - Friday, typical shift 8am - 4:30pm.

Responsibilities

Lead collaboration among an interdisciplinary team to develop, coordinate, and facilitate direct social services interventions to assigned patients and their support systems; Use empirically supported techniques such as CBT, DBT, or family therapy; Conduct individual, group, and family therapy sessions; Assess patients' needs and identify mental health concerns, strengths, and challenges; Develop individualized treatment plans and facilitate treatment team meetings; Provide counseling and support within sessions and in the milieu; Educate patients about mental health and/or substance use conditions, self-care, and treatment options; Maintain detailed clinical documentation within required time; Collaborate with psychiatrists, social workers, case managers, and external professionals; Follow ethical guidelines and maintain confidentiality; Participate in continuing education; Report suspected physical, sexual abuse and/or neglect according to law and System policy; Demonstrate understanding of Joint Commission, State, and regulatory compliance; Provide for patient safety and facility safety; Support staffing/scheduling changes when needed; Participate in clinical initiatives and continuous improvement projects

Requirements

Master's Degree in Social Work, or related field, from an accredited school of Social Work, Professional Counseling, or Family Therapy; At minimum, an in-training as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC-IT), Marriage and Family Therapist Training License (MFT-TL), Advance Practice Social Work (APSW) or equivalent in state practicing; SAC-IT, SAC, or CSAC required in Wisconsin if working in a program requiring substance use credentialing; A substance use specialty authorization applicable to the state hired in is required for substance use programs; Working knowledge of therapeutic intervention and techniques for all age groups, as well as the dynamics of human growth and behavior; American Heart Association CPR certification within thirty (30) days of hire; Training in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) within sixty (60) days of hire/transfer; Attend all mandatory in-services and other in-services relevant to the position; Be responsible for all educational requirements related to the license of the program/unit

Nice to have

Master's Degree with experience in health care and in a psychiatric setting; Compliance with Residential Care Center (RCC) and Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF) requirements; American Heart Association CPR certification bi-annual re-certification; Current and active driver's license and good standing for residential programs

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage for you and your family; 401(k) retirement plan; Employee share program; Life/disability insurance; Flex spending accounts; Tuition reimbursement; Health and wellness program; Employee assistance program (EAP)