Primary Therapist – Residential Eating Disorder Treatment Program
Primary Therapist – Residential Eating Disorder Treatment Program
Southern Live Oak Wellness (SLOW), LLC
Full-Time | Residential Program
About Southern Live Oak Wellness (SLOW)
Southern Live Oak Wellness (SLOW), LLC is an evidence-based, client-centered behavioral health organization offering Partial Hospitalization (PHP), Day and Evening Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), Residential Treatment, and specialized inpatient services. We provide care across multiple levels of need in a warm, welcoming environment that meets clients where they are and empowers 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 opening an 8-bed inpatient treatment center dedicated to adults struggling with eating disorders. This highly structured program will provide multidisciplinary care tailored specifically for adolescents, supporting both medical stabilization and long-term recovery.
Position Overview
The Primary Therapist will provide individual, group, and family therapy within a residential treatment setting for adolescents with eating disorders. This role works closely with a multidisciplinary team that includes medical providers, dietitians, and behavioral health professionals to deliver comprehensive, evidence-based treatment.
Salary Range
Master’s Level (License Eligible): $55,000 annually
Associate-Level Licensure (APC, LMSW, etc.): $60,000 annually
Fully Licensed (LPC, LCSW): $65,000 – $70,000 annually (based on experience)
Key Responsibilities
Provide individual, group, and family therapy to assigned clients
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
Facilitate therapeutic groups focused on eating disorder recovery and mental health
Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings with medical, nutrition, and behavioral health staff
Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory standards
Support and facilitate discharge planning and coordinate care with outside providers
Maintain adherence to clinical, ethical, and regulatory standards
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, or a related behavioral health field
License-eligible candidates must provide proof of application for licensure
Associate-level licensure (APC, LMSW) or full licensure (LPC, LCSW) preferred
Strong clinical, organizational, and documentation skills
Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary treatment team
Preferred Experience
Experience working in residential or higher levels of care
Experience treating eating disorders
Training in evidence-based treatment approaches such as:
CBT-E (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Eating Disorders)
DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy)
ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy)
Experience treating co-occurring conditions, including trauma, anxiety, addiction, and mood disorders