Group Therapist (Part-Time)

OVERSTORY HEALTH | GROUP THERAPIST (Part Time)

Come join Overstory Health as a Part-Time Group Therapist in Boston, MA

Overstory Health builds world-class patient-centric Partial Hospital & Intensive Outpatient programs for those with high acuity mental health needs. Our mission is to provide more accessible and dignified behavioral health care for people when they need care the most. With a clinical model validated by McLean Hospital, we deliver comprehensive psychiatric, therapeutic, and community reintegration services to our patients. Our teams are successful when our patients achieve their goals of stability, connection, and confidence during and after the program.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a primary therapist eager to build and deliver care in a world-class innovative PHP/IOP program. As a therapist, you are the heart of our Partial Hospital Program (PHP) or Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) programs. Your daily role will include managing: group therapy, crisis management, and clinical event documentation / reporting for patients. You will work closely with the full team, including our Clinic Director and Medical Director, to ensure patients receive world-class services.

YOU’LL BE A GOOD FIT IF YOU

• Have clinical experience working with adults with higher-risk behavioral health conditions
• Training and direct care delivery experience in evidence-based practices (such as DBT, CBT, and ACT) and modes (group and individual therapy)
• Have experience in crisis intervention and conflict resolution
• Are eager to be part of a fast-paced dynamic team in a start-up environment; this includes having excellent interpersonal skills and a desire to be collaborative across disciplines
• Are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for your fellow team and patients
• Can work well with others in a non-hierarchical environment where opinions are welcomed regardless of titles

QUALIFICATIONS

• Lives in Boston, MA or is willing to relocate
• 1099 or W2 part-time position with availability for 6-20 hours per week
• Must be available evenings on weekdays Monday-Friday to meet our program schedules
• Graduated from an accredited college or university with a minimum of a Bachelors or Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or health-related field.
• Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) actively licensed in Massachusetts
• A minimum of (2) years post-licensure clinical experience in higher levels of care (PHP/IOP, inpatient, psychiatric emergency rooms, residential preferred; will consider PCP IBH or FQHC settings)
• Experience and confidence facilitating groups
• Confidence working with Medicaid populations and people with complex social needs
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and ability to learn department and job-specific software systems (e.g., Slack, Zoom, Electronic Health Record, etc.)

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide Evidence-Based Therapy: Deliver group therapy using evidence-based, measurement-informed practices within PHP and/or IOP settings
• Coordinate Patient Care: Maintain comprehensive treatment plans through case notes, correspondence, interdisciplinary team meetings, and collaboration with external providers such as primary care physicians or therapists
• Address Clinical Needs: Report escalating clinical events, provide crisis care when necessary, and collaborate with the Medical Director to offer recommendations
• Ensure Compliance and Documentation: Adhere to HIPAA standards and all relevant documentation and regulatory compliance requirements
• Engage in the Care Team: Contributes actively to a cohesive and efficient team environment, demonstrating a proactive approach to daily responsibilities, open communication, and shared decision-making to enhance outcomes