Outpatient Therapist

Outpatient Therapist – DBT IOP

Location: High Focus Centers – Center City Philadelphia, PA

High Focus Centers has a longstanding reputation for providing high-quality outpatient treatment across southeastern Pennsylvania through its subsidiary programs: Rehab After Work, The Light Program, and Seeds of Hope. Our individualized treatment plans make us an invaluable resource for adults and adolescents struggling with mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders.

We are currently seeking an Outpatient Therapist to facilitate Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) groups and provide exceptional care to our clients. DBT-specific experience is not required — High Focus Centers provides and covers the cost of DBT training and certification for selected candidates. If you have a passion for helping others and interest in learning DBT, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

Schedule

Monday–Thursday: 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Compensation

$55,000 – $56,000, dependent on experience, education, and licensure

Responsibilities

Facilitate DBT skills groups within an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), focusing on emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness

Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans using DBT-informed interventions

Provide psychoeducation and coaching on DBT principles to support client progress

Maintain timely and accurate documentation, including progress notes, treatment plans, and insurance reviews

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary treatment team to ensure continuity of care

Communicate and coordinate treatment with referral sources, families, and external providers as appropriate

Maintain a minimum average of 25 billable sessions per week while meeting program needs

Participate in team meetings, case consultations, and ongoing DBT training

Perform additional duties as needed to support clinical operations

Qualifications

Education: Master’s Degree in chemical dependency, psychology, social work, counseling, nursing (with a clinical specialty in human services), or a related field, with a clinical-based internship completed.

DBT experience or training is preferred but not required. Employer-sponsored DBT training and certification opportunities are available.