Outpatient Therapy Clinician - New Grads Welcome -Portland or Biddeford

Description

Imagine a career where your growth is prioritized, your contributions are celebrated, and you make a profound impact every day. At Alternative Wellness Services (AWS), we're not just an agency; we're a community dedicated to empowering both our staff and our clients.

Why Choose a Career at AWS? Because We Invest in You:

• Celebrate Success: Picture yourself as our next Employee of the Year, rewarded with a paid vacation to Florida and an extra week of PTO!
• Foster Connection: Experience genuine collaboration through weekly group supervision, individual supervision, monthly open-door meetings, a monthly  agency newsletter, robust recognition programs, engaging office competitions, and three all-agency events each year!
• Support Your Growth: From comprehensive supervision to dedicated paid professional development opportunities, we are committed to your continuous learning and career advancement. New graduates find a supportive launchpad in our strong mentorship program.

Make a Meaningful Difference:   As an Outpatient Therapist at AWS, you'll be a catalyst for change, empowering individuals to confront life's complexities, envision and realize brighter futures, actively shape their well-being, and develop enduring resilience. Within our thoughtfully designed professional offices, you'll cultivate an inviting space where clients can embrace hope, achieve their goals, develop effective coping strategies, and build inner strength that permeates every aspect of their lives. 

Why AWS Stands Out:

• Tangible Impact: Directly influence the lives of individuals across all ages – children, adults, and seniors – through essential behavioral health and substance use treatment.
• Work-Life Flexibility: Enjoy the option of a compressed work week or a traditional 5-day schedule to best suit your personal needs.
• A Supportive and Inclusive Community: Be part of a workplace that genuinely values diverse backgrounds and experiences, fostering a strong sense of belonging and collaboration.
• Career Advancement: At AWS, we're invested in your long-term success. Benefit from a culture that encourages continuous learning and provides clear pathways for professional growth.

We Value Your Dedication:

• Competitive Compensation: Full-time clinicians receive an hourly rate with a focus on a manageable 65% direct service ratio, averaging 26 client sessions per week (approximately 5 per day).
• Flexible Part-Time Opportunities: Fee-for-Service (FFS) positions are available with a minimum of 10 hours per week at $50 per billable hour.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package (for Full-Time): 
  • FREE Health Insurance Option!
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Generous Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
  • Company-Paid Short-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
  • 401k
  • Mileage Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Accident and Injury Insurance
  • Professional Development Assistance

Ready to invest in your career, empower lives, and join a team that truly values you?

Apply Today to Our Outpatient Clinician Team at AWS!

Requirements

Requirements of the Outpatient Therapy (OPT) Clinician:

• Masters in social work or counseling required.
• Licensed in the state of Maine as a Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor preferred or Clinical Conditional (LMSW-CC or LCPC-C) required .
• Ability to pass comprehensive background check, and a current, valid Maine Driver's License (within 30 days of hire if applicant is from out-of-state) and record acceptable to AWS and the Agency's auto insurance carrier.
• Current proof of personal auto insurance.
• Minimum of 1 year’s experience with integrated healthcare and substance use treatment preferred.
• Proficient in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Zoom, EHR software, and other agency utilized computer programs.
• Ability to travel to the main office in Biddeford for occasional training or company events.

Qualifications of the Outpatient Therapy (OPT) Clinician:

• Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule in accordance with employee, client, and programmatic needs.
• Possesses strong and diverse clinical knowledge, including fluency in recovery-oriented services, trauma informed care, motivational interviewing, and the treatment of co-occurring disorders, along with a solid understanding of the principles of harm reduction.
• Demonstrated experience in developing successful relationships with key work partners.