Primary Therapist (LPC, APC, LMSW, LCSW)

Dunwoody (ARP), GA

Full Time

Experienced

Primary Therapist

Atlanta Recovery Place (ARP)
Location: On-Site
Schedule: Monday–Friday | Daytime
Salary: $50,000–$60,000 annually (based on experience)

About Atlanta Recovery Place (ARP)

Atlanta Recovery Place (ARP) provides personalized, structured aftercare that supports lasting recovery through mental, physical, and emotional healing. Our team is collaborative, compassionate, and deeply committed to client-centered care. If you thrive in a supportive, team-based environment and want to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to meet you.

Position Overview

ARP is seeking a Primary Therapist to deliver high-quality therapeutic services to clients in a substance use and mental health treatment setting. This role is ideal for clinicians who are clinically strong, proactive, and passionate about recovery-focused care.

Acceptable Licensure:

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Associate Professional Counselor (APC)
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

Key Responsibilities

Provide individual, group, and family therapy services
Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and determine clinical appropriateness for treatment
Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment and service plans
Monitor client behavior and progress throughout treatment
Deliver crisis intervention services and follow established protocols
Conduct intake interviews and make referral recommendations as needed
Document services accurately and in compliance with clinical standards
Communicate significant incidents to the Clinical Director
Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary treatment team
Uphold and embody the mission, vision, and values of Southern Live Oak Wellness, LLC

Minimum Qualifications

Active Georgia licensure or associate-level license (APC, LPC, LMFT, LMSW, LCSW)
Minimum 1 year of experience working with high-acuity mental health clients
3–5 years of experience in substance use and/or mental health treatment preferred
Experience leading group therapy and providing individual and family therapy
Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-based environment
High level of initiative, professionalism, and clinical judgment
CPI and CPR/First Aid certification preferred (training provided if needed)

Why Join ARP?

At ARP, you’ll be part of a mission-driven organization that values growth, support, and clinical excellence. We offer:

The opportunity to positively impact lives every day
A collaborative and supportive workplace culture
Career advancement across multiple levels of care
Comprehensive benefits, including:
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life, short-term, and disability insurance
- Free CPI Training
- Free CPR Training

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