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 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 for 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' mental health concerns, strengths, and challenges; Develop individualized treatment plans and facilitate treatment team meetings; Provide counseling and support, including in-the-moment milieu support; Educate patients about mental health and/or substance use conditions, self-care, treatment options, and aftercare plans; Document patient progress, goals, and interventions within required timeframes; Collaborate with internal and external professionals such as psychiatrists, social workers, and case managers; Follow ethical guidelines and maintain confidentiality; Participate in continuing education; Report suspected physical or sexual abuse and/or neglect per law and System policy; Support staffing/scheduling changes when needed; Participate in clinical initiatives for system-wide continuous improvement; Comply with Joint Commission, State, and regulatory requirements; Provide for patient and facility safety; Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field, from an accredited school of Social Work, Professional Counseling, or Family Therapy; Minimum of two (2) years' experience in health care and at least two (2) years in a psychiatric setting (preferred); Cross-train in minimum two (2) other programs and/or levels of care; Full, independent licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or equivalent in state practicing (e.g., LPCC, LMHC); SAC-IT, SAC, or CSAC required if working in a program requiring substance use credentialing in Wisconsin; Substance use specialty authorization applicable to the state hired in (if applicable); Working knowledge of therapeutic intervention and techniques for all age groups, and the dynamics of human growth and behavior; Compliance with Residential Care Center (RCC) and Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF) (required for Residential Inpatient programs, preferred for all levels of care); American Heart Association CPR certification within thirty (30) days of hire, with bi-annual re-certification; Training in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) within sixty (60) days of hire/transfer, with annual re-certification; Attend all mandatory and relevant in-services; Current and active driver's license in good standing (preferred for all levels of care, required for Residential programs)

Nice to have

Minimum of two (2) years' experience in health care; At least two (2) years in a psychiatric setting; Cross-training in two (2) other programs and/or levels of care; Substance use credentialing (SAC-IT, SAC, or CSAC); Current and active driver's license in good standing

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)