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Job description
Dialectical Behavior Therapy Therapist
This position will be for September 2026-April 2027. Can guarantee 10-20 hours during this time. Possible hours after April 2027.
Provides Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), individual and group therapy treatment to patients in THIRA Health's intensive outpatient program.
Required Qualifications
Masters degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or related therapy field
Washington State Independent Licensure (PhD, PsyD, LICSW, LMHC, LMFT)
Minimum two (2) years experience providing individual, group, and/or family therapy from a behavioral orientation
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and/or Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) training and experience
Experience delivering therapy to eating disorder and mood disorder patients
Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and the ability to use various software programs
Must be able to successfully pass a comprehensive criminal background check (Federal and state)
Experience and literacy with Electronic Medical Records systems medical practice software
Ability to work evenings, nights, weekends & holidays as needed
Perform other duties as assigned
Preferred Qualifications
Experience or familiarity with Kipu EMR applications
Addendum A: Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Provide individual and group therapy from a DBT framework to adults and adolescents diagnosed with mood, anxiety and other emotion regulation disorders and/or eating disorders
Deliver crisis intervention services inclusive of suicide risk assessment and management, create safety plans, de-escalate dysregulated patients, and mediate conflicts between patients
Facilitate family involvement in treatment including but not limited to contact, coordination of care, and therapy sessions
Collaborate with multidisciplinary team regarding treatment planning, progress assessment, and discharge planning
Create, update, and implement a behavioral treatment plan for each individual therapy patient
Utilize Electronic Medical Record to complete clinical documentation in a timely manner including but not limited to: Treatment Plan, Discharge Plans, Utilization Review Summaries, individual and group therapy notes, risk assessments and safety planning, and other documentation as assigned
Work collaboratively with team members and Utilization Review department to prepare comprehensive treatment summaries; assess treatment progress and barriers to discharge
Join and contribute to the THIRA DBT Consultation Team
Addendum B: General Responsibilities & Expectations
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Support and maintain policies regarding professional ethics, including appropriate boundaries and client confidentiality; monitor documents according to company and HIPAA policies
Report any immediate safety hazards to appropriate supervisory personnel or maintenance personnel.
Adhere to WA State Requirements for Mandated Reporting
Demonstrate awareness and respect for diverse clients and staff
Adhere to THIRA Health's compliance standards, Ethics and Code of Conduct Policy and Conflict of Interest Policy
Attend and actively participate in all required THIRA meetings, training, and all other coverage, duties, and special projects as assigned
Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion and judgement with sensitive and confidential matters, including PII, PHI, and HIPAA requirements
Demonstrate ability to multi-task
Demonstrate ability to work in a fast-paced environment with limited supervision
Maintain focus on THIRA's core principles, priorities, and patient-centered culture
Effectively communicate with all levels of staff, visitors, healthcare professionals, marketers, and the public in a professional, sensitive, and interpersonal manner
Working Environment
Work is performed primarily indoors, with both artificial and natural lighting. Equipment used includes standard office equipment, i.e. computer, telephone, fax machine, copier, printer, and scanner. Physical demands include sitting, walking, standing, bending over, repetitive use of hands, and lifting up to 25lbs. Position requires close contact with all THIRA Health staff and mental health patients. Hours and days can vary within a Saturday through Friday week.
Performance Assessment Criteria
Performance is evaluated annually via a Performance Evaluation
Competency Assessment Criteria
Competency is evaluated annually via a Competency Assessment
Worksite address
bellevue, WA, 98009, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.