Pelago is hiring a
Licensed Therapist

Summary

The job is for a Clinician in Pelago's Clinical Team, responsible for providing substance use management virtually. The position requires a fully licensed clinical professional with experience in CBT and/or behavioral support for individuals with substance use disorders. The role involves delivering care remotely, conducting assessments, monitoring progress, and collaborating with other departments.

Requirements

• Fully Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist LMFT) with ability to practice independently
• Ability to maintain a consistent schedule for patients, at least 10 hours a month
• Clinical experience delivering CBT and/or behavioral support for individuals with substance use disorders, including tobacco, alcohol, and/or opioid use disorders
• Proficient with evidence-based practices such as Motivational Interviewing, Motivational Enhancement Therapy, Medication Assisted Treatments, and Relapse Prevention
• Advocate of Harm Reduction-based philosophy and practices
• Ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals, adapt to fast-changing environments and prioritize competing work demands
• Technologically proficient and able to swiftly adapt to technological developments

Responsibilities

• Deliver remote care to members through text-based chat, video calls, and phone calls
• Conduct a multidimensional assessment to gather relevant behavioral health history and symptoms
• Monitor the progress of members, provide follow-up communications and offer personalized therapeutic strategies to guide members through their recovery journey
• Be supportive and encouraging to members to help them establish and sustain motivation to change their substance use
• Collaborate with other Pelago departments to ensure a positive experience for all members and provide valuable feedback to the product development team
• Participate as a member of the care team and assist members as needed with accessing resources, as well as obtaining consent and authorization forms
• Contribute to process improvement efforts and strategic projects