Therapist in Chattanooga, Tennessee at ADDICTION AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES, LLC

About Company:

We’re officially a Great Place To Work®! We’ve always believed that supporting our team is just as important as supporting our patients. Now, we’re proud to share that we’ve earned Great Place To Work® Certification - based entirely on feedback from our own employees.

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This certification reflects the culture we’ve worked hard to build - one rooted in trust, inclusion, and purpose-driven leadership.

At Bradford Health Services, we are committed to providing exceptional care to our patients while fostering a supportive and rewarding workplace for our employees. We believe that taking care of our team allows them to take better care of others, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being.

Our benefits include:

• Medical Coverage – Three new BCBSAL medical plans with better rates, improved co-pays, and enhanced prescription benefits.

• Expanded Coverage – Options for domestic partners and a wider network of in-network providers.

• Mental Health Support – Improved access to services and a new Employee Assistance Program (EAP) featuring digital wellness tools like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) modules and wellness coaching.

• Voluntary Coverages – Pet insurance, home and auto insurance, family legal services, and more.

• Student Loan Repayment – Available for nurses and therapists.

• Retirement Benefits – 401(k) plan through Voya to help employees plan for the future.

• Generous PTO – A robust paid time off policy to support work-life balance.

• Voluntary Benefits for Part-Time Employees – Dental, vision, life, accident insurance, and telehealth options for those working 20 hours or more per week.

At Bradford Health Services, we don’t just invest in our patients—we invest in our people.

About the Role:

As a Therapist, you will play a critical role in supporting individuals, families, and groups to improve their mental health and overall well-being. You will provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions tailored to the unique needs of each client, helping them navigate life transitions, manage emotional challenges, and develop coping strategies. Your work will involve assessing clients' mental health status, creating treatment plans, and facilitating individual and group therapy sessions. You will collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care and contribute to crisis intervention efforts when necessary. Ultimately, your goal is to empower clients to achieve healthier behavioral patterns and improved quality of life through compassionate and professional therapeutic support.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or higher in Counseling Psychology, Social Work, or a related mental health field.
• Valid state licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience in mental health counseling, psychotherapy, and crisis intervention.
• Strong knowledge of behavioral health principles and evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with diverse client populations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification or specialized training in group therapy, family therapy, or anger management.
• Experience working with clients undergoing significant life transitions or trauma recovery.
• Familiarity with integrated care models and collaboration within multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Additional credentials such as Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) or equivalent.
• Proficiency in teletherapy platforms and digital mental health tools.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough psychological assessments and develop individualized treatment plans based on client needs.
• Provide individual, family, and group therapy sessions using various therapeutic modalities including psychotherapy and behavioral health techniques.
• Facilitate crisis intervention and provide immediate support to clients experiencing acute mental health episodes.
• Implement anger management and coping strategies to assist clients in managing emotional and behavioral challenges.
• Document client progress, maintain confidential records, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care.

Skills:

The required skills such as Counseling Psychology and Mental Health Counseling are essential for conducting accurate assessments and delivering effective psychotherapy tailored to client needs. Group Therapy and Family Therapy skills enable the therapist to facilitate sessions that address relational dynamics and promote collective healing. Crisis Intervention and Anger Management skills are critical for providing immediate support and teaching clients strategies to manage acute emotional distress. Life Transitions expertise helps the therapist guide clients through significant changes, fostering resilience and adaptation. Behavioral Health knowledge underpins all therapeutic interventions, ensuring that care is holistic, evidence-based, and aligned with best practices in mental health treatment.