Position: Associate Therapist (LMSW)The Associate Therapist will provide individual and/or couples/relationship/family therapy services under the supervision of a licensed clinical supervisor. This role offers valuable experience in delivering evidence-based therapy, while ensuring guidance and support from a supervisor. The Associate Therapist is expected to gradually build client retention and clinical proficiency. In this capacity, you will perform duties and responsibilities that are consistent with an associate-level position, as outlined below. You will report directly to a Staff Supervisory Therapist, who will provide regular supervision and feedback to support your professional growth.Responsibilities of the Associate Therapist:Client Care and Therapy SessionsConduct a minimum of 23 supervised therapy sessions per week, unless otherwise discussed [expectation upon reaching full caseload].Facilitate individual therapy sessions, adapting evidence-based approaches under supervision to address clients' unique needs and goals.Perform assessments and develop treatment plans, with supervisor guidance, that address clients' mental health concerns.Create a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to share their thoughts, emotions, and experiences.Treatment Planning and InterventionCollaborate with clients, under supervision, to set treatment goals and monitor progress.Apply various therapeutic modalities, emphasizing evidence-based practices, with guidance.Regularly assess client progress, adjusting strategies in collaboration with the supervisor to enhance treatment efficacy.Documentation and Record-KeepingMaintain accurate, timely, and confidential client records, including session notes, assessments, and treatment plans, in compliance with organizational and ethical standards.Ensure all documentation is reviewed by your supervisor.Collaborative and Ethical PracticeCommunicate effectively with other healthcare professionals when coordinating care, under supervisor oversight.Adhere to ethical and legal standards as set forth by the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council (BHEC) or relevant licensing body, seeking supervisor guidance for ethical decision-making as needed.Commit to a stigma-free and inclusive approach to care, embodying DTSs values of diversity, empathy, authenticity, and safety.Professional DevelopmentEngage in ongoing professional development, including regular individual and group supervision sessions with your clinical supervisor.Stay informed of developments in evidence-based therapies, bringing new ideas to supervision for potential integration into your practice.Actively participate in team meetings, case consultations, and in-service training as part of your growth as a clinician.Seek consultation or supervision in challenging cases and crisis interventions to build skills in effective clinical responses.Additional DutiesParticipate in duties or projects that support DTSs mission, vision, and values, as may be assigned by your supervisor. recblid lhgxxe69om7kbl9diwbm26t2bbn90i