[Hiring] Virtual SUD IOP Clinician @The Blanchard Institute

Role Description

The Blanchard Institute is seeking Virtual SUD IOP Clinicians to facilitate virtual evening group therapy sessions and individual therapy sessions within our SUD IOP (Intensive Outpatient Program). The role requires proven experience running IOP groups and the ability to foster a safe, engaging, and supportive online therapeutic environment.

• Lead structured, process-oriented virtual group and individual therapy sessions using evidence-based therapeutic modalities.
• Conduct clinical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans tailored to virtual care.
• Support patients in crisis intervention situations and coordinate higher levels of care when necessary.
• Monitor client progress and maintain thorough, timely & compliant documentation.
• Participate in regular case consultations and treatment team meetings.
• Educate clients and families on SUD, co-occurring disorders, and available resources to support sustained recovery and overall health.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, professional licensing, and telehealth regulations.
• Stay current with best practices and ongoing professional development in SUD treatment and telehealth.
• Maintain high standards of excellence in an ethical and trauma-informed setting.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field from an accredited institution required.
• Current state licensure or licensure eligibility (e.g., LCAS, LCAS-A).
• At least one year’s training and/or clinical experience providing individual, group, and family therapy in a behavioral health, mental health, or substance use disorder treatment setting.
• Proven experience facilitating IOP group therapy sessions.
• Experience with treatment planning, clinical documentation, crisis intervention, and evidence-based therapeutic modalities.
• Prior work in residential, outpatient, or multidisciplinary treatment environments preferred.
• First Aid/ CPR Certification.
• Crisis Intervention Certification.

Benefits

• Collaborative environment dedicated to clinical excellence.
• Professional Development Reimbursement.
• Multiple health plan design options.
• Dental and Vision plans.
• Dependent Care and Healthcare FSA.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with HDHP.
• Company paid Life Insurance, AD&D and STD.
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance.
• Optional Critical Illness, Hospital and Accident coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid Holidays.
• Paid Time Off.
• 401(K).