Clinical Therapist - Adult Residential and Adult Outpatient

Odyssey House is seeking a Clinical Therapist for our Adult Residential and Outpatient Programs!

Summary: Odyssey House of Utah is a leading organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to individuals struggling with substance use disorders and behavioral health challenges. Our integrated approach combines evidence-based practices, clinical expertise, and a supportive environment to promote lasting recovery and overall well-being.

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding career journey where you can make a real difference? Your search ends here! We are actively seeking a passionate Clinical Therapist to join our team, providing meaningful clinical services to adults across our Adult Residential and Outpatient Programs.

Job Locations: Adult Residential – Downtown SLC, UT and Redwood Intensive Outpatient Program – Taylorsville, UT

Schedule: 5 8-hour shifts; 3 days a week, 9 am to 5 pm at Adult Residential in Millcreek; 2 days a week, 1 pm to 9 pm at Redwood Intensive Outpatient Program in Taylorsville. Adult Residential days are flexible. Open to discussing 4 10 hour shifts.

Compensation

• New Therapist: Starting wage $65,000
• Fully Licensed Therapist: $70,000
• 5 years of Applicable Experience: $75,000

Benefits Package: Equals to approximately $22,000

Includes - medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, flexible spending account, retirement plan, paid leave, employee assistance program, and education assistance.

Health and Welfare Benefits

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, FSA, and long-/short-term disability coverage.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan: Immediate participation available; 100% employer match up to 6% after 1 year of service.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 35 paid days off per year (with increased accrual rates after 1 year).
• Sick Leave Rollover: Convert half of your unused accrued sick time into extra vacation days at year-end.
• Sabbatical Program: Paid extended leave rewarded after 5 years of service.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential 24/7 support for mental health, financial advice, and personal well-being.

Perks

• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $9,000 per year available for approved programs (subject to eligibility requirements).
• Continuing Education: Opportunities for paid training and professional development, subject to manager approval and eligibility.
• On-Demand Pay: Access earned wages before payday via our payroll provider, Paylocity (managed directly through Paylocity; terms apply).
• Transit Pass: Free UTA pass provided for your daily work commute.
• Monthly Incentives: Regular performance awards and team recognition.
• Casual Work Environment: Relaxed, casual dress code and workplace culture.
• Paid Clinical Supervision

Requirements

As a Clinical Therapist, you will

• Appropriately diagnose mental health and substance-related conditions using the DSM-5.
• Utilize the Therapeutic Community model as a component of treatment within Adult Residential services.
• Conduct individual, family, and group therapy as assigned.
• Develop effective rapport with clients on caseload while maintaining healthy boundaries.
• Complete thorough and effective assessments, such as funding extension requests, within required timeframes.
• Coordinate client psychiatric evaluations and other wrap-around services to provide effective care.
• Complete treatment planning within required timeframes.
• Utilize motivational techniques to retain and support client progress.
• Actively utilize the treatment team for clinical support on caseload.
• Maintain 20 hours of face-to-face time with clients per week.
• Connect clients to community resources.
• Complete service documentation within the appropriate client management system within 24 hours.
• Accurately document services using ASAM Dimensional Analysis format, including all required elements.
• Maintain proactive communication with collateral supports, including family members, significant others, probation officers, judges, caseworkers, and other relevant parties, and complete accurate, thorough client and court reports within established timeframes.
• Coordinate care with case managers, medical providers, and community partners.
• Provide crisis intervention and clinical support as needed.
• Utilize evidence-based, trauma-informed, and recovery-focused practices.
• Contribute clinical expertise to program development and quality improvement.
• Document all incidents immediately and report as required.
• Provide high-quality client care within the scope of the assigned position.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

You are most likely a fit if…

• You are a skilled clinician with experience working across the spectrum of adverse mental and behavioral symptoms.
• You are most impressed by a company's culture and want to work with like-minded and like-passioned people.
• You not only understand the need for but demand work-life balance and self-care.
• You are intellectually curious and compassionate – and your colleagues know it.
• You are a resourceful problem solver who can take charge when appropriate and ask for guidance when needed.
• You hold a current state license as a Mental Health Professional, including CSW, LCSW, CMHC, ACMHC, LMFT, or MFT.
• You hold a graduate degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, or a related behavioral health field.
• You have strong knowledge of evidence-based therapeutic modalities and interventions.
• You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• You are able to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary treatment team.
• You understand trauma-informed and recovery-focused care principles.
• You are able to maintain appropriate professional boundaries with clients.
• You are adaptable and comfortable providing clinical services across both Adult Residential and Outpatient treatment settings.
• Addiction treatment or behavioral health experience is preferred.
• You are eligible to work in the USA.
• You have First Aid and CPR Certification.
• If working with children or vulnerable adult populations, you must pass a criminal background check.

All employees of Odyssey House are required to adhere to: Odyssey House mission, philosophy, and scope of service; Division of Human Services Code of Conduct and all other relevant service contract requirement standards; ensuring a safe environment for all clients and staff; providing exemplary customer service to both internal and external customers; fostering a positive work environment; ensuring high-quality client care within the scope of the assigned position.

Each employee is expected to clearly understand roles and responsibilities regarding the following: Specific job position, time management, personnel file requirements, client record system, incident reporting, mandatory training requirements, maintaining proper client boundaries, and individual rights of clients and staff.

Pre-Employment Requirements: Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of required pre-employment screenings, which may include background checks, fingerprinting, applicable sex offender registry screenings for Adult Residential roles, and other position-related verifications. Roles requiring driving are subject to a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review and valid Utah driver’s license.

EEOC Statement: Odyssey House is an equal-opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.