Part-Time Group Therapist
Part-Time Group Therapist
S.L.O.W. Academy – Southern Live Oak Wellness
About Southern Live Oak Wellness (SLOW)
Southern Live Oak Wellness (SLOW), LLC is an evidence-based, client-centered behavioral health organization providing a full continuum of care including Partial Hospitalization (PHP), Day and Evening Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), Residential Treatment, and specialized inpatient services. Our programs operate within a warm, supportive environment designed to meet clients where they are while empowering them to “be the great person they were always meant to be.”
As part of our continued growth and commitment to expanding access to specialized care, S.L.O.W. Academy is launching an 8-bed inpatient treatment center dedicated to adults struggling with eating disorders. This highly structured program will provide multidisciplinary care designed specifically for adolescents, supporting both medical stabilization and long-term recovery.
Position Overview
The Part-Time Group Therapist provides structured group therapy and clinically indicated individual and family sessions within a residential treatment environment. This role requires strong clinical judgment, initiative, and the ability to respond effectively in crisis situations while supporting adolescents through complex eating disorder recovery.
Key Responsibilities
Facilitate daily psychoeducational and process-oriented group therapy sessions
Conduct individual and family therapy sessions as clinically indicated
Assess client needs and determine appropriate therapeutic interventions
Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation when necessary
Monitor and document client behavior, participation, and treatment progress
Report significant clinical incidents to the Clinical Director and leadership team
Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory standards
Collaborate with multidisciplinary treatment team members to support integrated care
Uphold the mission, vision, and clinical standards of Southern Live Oak Wellness
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field
Licensed or license-eligible in Georgia (LPC, LAPC, LMSW, or LCSW)
Minimum 2 years of experience in mental health and/or substance use treatment
At least 1 year of group therapy facilitation experience
Experience working with high-acuity populations preferred
Strong crisis management and de-escalation skills
CPI and CPR/First Aid certification preferred
Compensation
Compensation: $30 – $35 hourly (based on licensure and experience)