Recovery Therapist

Overview

St. Elizabeth Physicians is seeking a skilled and compassionate Recovery Therapist to join our team. This role focuses on serving individuals with a substance use disorder. The ideal candidate will hold independent licensure in the state of Kentucky and possess a strong background in therapeutic approaches for substance use disorder.

• Deliver individual, group, and family therapy sessions through a trauma-competent lens to address substance use disorders and promote recovery.
• Enhance motivation for change, evoking change while honoring the autonomy of the individual served.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate patients  needs and progress throughout their recovery journey.
• Maintain accurate and confidential documentation of therapy and develop individual treatment plans, adhering to regulatory standards.
• Understand the disease model with particular appreciation for addiction medicine as one pathway to recovery.
• Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary care team to ensure holistic patient care.
• Meet patient care expectations for the position.

• Master s degree in counseling, social work, or a related field.
• Independent licensure in Kentucky as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPCC), or equivalent.
• Experience in addiction medicine, therapeutic counseling, or mental health services is preferred.
• Must have 80 hours of continuing education related to substance use disorders within four years of starting with the organization or obtain within two years of hire date.
• Expertise in evidence-based therapy methods, including CBT, DBT, or trauma-informed care.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills to foster trust with patients.

• Evening hours are required, with a rotation of evening group sessions.
• Full-time position with flexible scheduling to meet patient and practice needs.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, and paid time off.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education in addiction therapy.

St. Elizabeth Physicians is a physician-led, multi-specialty physician group organization serving more than 364,000 patients across Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the diversity of our associates.