Outpatient Group Clinician

Description

About the Position:

We’re looking for a passionate and dynamic clinician to join our outpatient team and lead meaningful group experiences that support clients on their recovery journey. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, values holistic care, and is energized by helping individuals build sustainable, life-changing progress. If you’re a clinician who believes in the power of group work and wants to help individuals build meaningful, lasting recovery, we’d love to connect with you.

As an Outpatient Group Clinician, you’ll facilitate engaging, clinically sound group sessions that support clients in Intensive Outpatient (IOP) and Outpatient (OP) levels of care. You’ll play a key role in creating a safe, supportive, and transformative space where clients can explore recovery through a whole-person approach—mind, body, and spirit. 

Schedule:

Monday, Tuesday, & Thursday: 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Your Role:

• Lead engaging IOP and OP group therapy sessions using evidence-based and holistic approaches
• Create a supportive and inclusive group environment that fosters connection and growth 
• Collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality, coordinated care 
• Respond to clinical needs in real time, including crisis intervention when necessary 
• Support drug and alcohol screening processes as needed 
• Complete timely, accurate clinical documentation in the electronic medical record 
• Participate in supervision, team meetings, and ongoing professional development 

Qualifications:

• Graduate Degree in Mental Health Counseling, Marriage/Family Therapy, Social Work, Psychology, or related field, required.
• Holds and maintains independent or provisional licensure as an LCSW/LMSW, LPC/LPC-A, or LMFT/LMFT-A in the state of Connecticut, required.
• Previous experience facilitating group therapy, required.
• Previous experience working in an outpatient setting, preferred.

Compensation:

Rates vary based on the nature of the work performed (clinical vs. non-clinical responsibilities), as well as experience and credentials. Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors including skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities, geographic location, performance, and working conditions. This is not a fee-for-service position.

• Non-clinical hours: $20.00 - $35.00 per hour  
• Clinical hours: $45.00 – $75.00 per hour 

Benefits:

• Paid Sick Time
• 401(k) with employer matching

About Mountainside:

Mountainside Treatment Center is a dynamic, fast-paced and growing recovery facility that values innovation and an obsession with providing Best in Class service to our Clients. Founded in 1998, we are a leading behavioral healthcare provider dedicated to treating alcohol dependency and drug addiction. Accredited by The Joint Commission and CARF for its high standards of care, Mountainside seeks out passionate and talented individuals to join its staff. We believe that every employee, regardless of position, plays a vital role in our success.