St. Elizabeth Physicians is seeking a skilled and compassionate Substance Use Therapist to join our team. This role focuses on providing evidence-based therapy services to individuals seeking help with their substance and alcohol use disorders. The ideal candidate will hold independent licensure in the state of Kentucky and possess a strong background in therapeutic approaches for addiction recovery.

• Deliver individual, group, and family therapy sessions aimed at addressing substance use disorders and promoting recovery.
• Develop and implement tailored treatment plans using evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate patients' needs and progress throughout their recovery journey.
• Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary care team to ensure holistic patient care.
• Educate patients and their families on addiction, therapeutic strategies, and available resources for long-term success.
• Maintain accurate and confidential documentation of therapy sessions, treatment plans, and patient progress, adhering to all regulatory standards.
• Stay current with advancements in addiction therapy and treatment approaches.
• Serve as a resource and advocate, connecting patients to community support systems and recovery networks.

• Master’s degree in counseling, social work, or a related field.
• Independent licensure in the state of Kentucky as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPCC), or equivalent.
• Experience in addiction medicine, therapeutic counseling, or mental health services is preferred.
• Must have 80 hours of continued education related to substance use disorders within four years of starting with the organization or obtain within two years of hire date.
• Expertise in evidence-based therapy methods, including CBT, DBT, or trauma-informed care.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills to foster trust with patients.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

St. Elizabeth Physicians is a physician led multi-specialty physician group organization consisting of 451 physicians, 244 advanced practice providers and more than 2,200 non-provider associates. We are very proud of our culture around physician wellness and our high physician engagement and satisfaction scores. St. Elizabeth Physicians serves more than 364,000 patients in our more than 165 conveniently located practices in Kentucky, Indiana and Ohio. In partnership with St. Elizabeth Healthcare, we are transforming how care is delivered in our region.

We are a mission and values driven organization, focused on patient-centered care, accountability, community, innovation, teamwork and excellence. St. Elizabeth is a regional healthcare provider continually recognized as one of the nation's best. We are also a proud member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network. This network provides access to proven protocols, eConsults and unparalleled experience. It supports our mission to ensure our patients receive comprehensive and compassionate care - anywhere. St. Elizabeth Physicians is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values the diversity of our associates.