Clinical Therapist - Recovery Center

Ascension Recovery Services•Iowa City, IA

About The Position

The Clinical Therapist is a licensed behavioral health professional responsible for delivering individual, group, and family therapy services within a trauma-informed, recovery-oriented treatment setting. This role includes conducting diagnostic assessments, developing and updating treatment plans, coordinating care, and ensuring high-quality documentation aligned with state, federal, and payer standards. The Clinical Therapist functions as a collaborative, engaged member of the multidisciplinary team and plays a key role in supporting client safety, stabilization, and long-term recovery outcomes.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, or a related behavioral health field.
Current, unrestricted independent clinical license in the state of employment (e.g., LMHC, LPC, LCSW, LISW, LMFT, Licensed Psychologist).
Current CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

State-recognized addiction counseling certification (e.g., CADC, IADC, LADC).
Experience in residential, detox, or ASAM 3.5/3.7 levels of care.
Knowledge of Medicaid and commercial payer documentation requirements.
Training in trauma-specific models, culturally responsive care, or specialty treatment modalities.

Responsibilities

Conduct biopsychosocial assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and risk screenings in accordance with DSM-5 and state guidelines.
Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans aligned with ASAM criteria and client needs.
Provide structured individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based modalities (CBT, DBT, MI, etc.).
Respond to crises according to facility policy, ensuring safety and clinical integrity.
Document all therapy services accurately and on time, following Medicaid, payer, and licensing standards.
Maintain clinically appropriate progress notes, treatment plan reviews, discharge summaries, and incident documentation.
Uphold confidentiality, ethical guidelines, and trauma-informed documentation practices.
Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings, case consultations, and utilization management reviews.
Coordinate with internal clinical, medical, and RSS staff to support integrated care.
Communicate with external partners, referral sources, and family systems as appropriate.
Provide mentorship or consultation to interns or unlicensed staff within scope.
Maintain active licensure and credentials; complete required CEUs and trainings.
Engage in supervision (if applicable) and performance evaluation processes.
Participate in program improvement initiatives and clinical projects as assigned.