Therapist, Dialectical Behavioral (DBT)
The Guidance CenterMichigan, United States
Posted April 7, 2026
54440 - 54440 USD
Full Time
About the Company
The Guidance Center is a recognized leader in providing mental health services and has helped thousands of people since 1958.
Job Description
As a Dialectical Behavioral Therapist in the Adult Behavioral Health Program, you will be responsible for maintaining a caseload of clients with primary diagnosis of substance abuse/chemical dependence and/or mental health, conducting intake assessments, maintaining case records, and providing individual and group psychotherapy.
Requirements
- Masters in Social Work or related field from an accredited program
- State of Michigan Licensure (LLMSW, LMSW, TLLP, Ph.D/LP, LLPC, LPC)
- One year experience working with adult clients with substance abuse/chemical dependency and/or mental health diagnosis
- Eligibility for Qualified Mental Health Professional provisional certification
- Cultural competency
- Ability to work effectively with a diverse population
- Ability to engage and maintain therapeutic relationships with youth and families
- Ability to develop collaborative relationships with other unit staff and providers
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Excellent organizational and attention to detail skills
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefit package
- Affordable medical plans
- Employer-paid dental, vision, and long-term disability
- 401(K)
- Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent
- Paid time off
- 11 paid holidays
