Intensive Outpatient Therapist

Arina Intensive Outpatient Program — Intensive Care for a Peaceful Tomorrow

At Arina, our name signifies both peace and purity, aligning with our mission to bring harmony back to those struggling with mental health challenges. We’re seeking a dedicated therapist who values combining clinical expertise, compassion, and collaboration to help patients achieve emotional stability and long-term wellness.

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate, motivated, and clinically skilled Therapist to join our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) in Missouri City, TX. This full-time,  in-person  position plays an essential role in providing high-quality behavioral health care and advancing program excellence through clinical delivery, utilization review, and participation in quality and performance initiatives.

The ideal candidate is a master’s-level clinician who is confident in group facilitation, understands the importance of outcome-driven treatment, and values teamwork, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care and Therapy Delivery:

• Facilitate daily group therapy sessions utilizing evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing.
• Conduct individual and family therapy sessions as clinically indicated.
• Develop and maintain treatment plans and progress notes that reflect measurable goals and patient-centered outcomes.

Clinical Documentation and Utilization Review:

• Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with internal policies, state, and payer requirements.
• Participate in utilization review (UR) processes, ensuring that patient care meets medical necessity criteria and level-of-care standards.
• Coordinate with insurance providers and treatment team members to support continued authorization and seamless transitions of care.

Program and Quality Involvement:

• Actively participate in quality and performance improvement committees, contributing to discussions on patient outcomes, documentation standards, and clinical compliance.
• Collaborate with leadership and interdisciplinary teams to identify opportunities for program enhancement and to support the development of new treatment initiatives.
• Participate in regular staff meetings, clinical case reviews, and internal training to maintain best-practice standards.
• Support organizational accreditation and survey readiness activities (e.g., Joint Commission, state licensure reviews).

Team Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with psychiatrists, nurses, case managers, and administrative staff to ensure continuity of care and effective communication.
• Provide input to leadership regarding program improvements, patient needs, and workflow efficiencies.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality in all patient and team interactions.

Life Safety & Environment:

·       Conduct weekly environmental rounds consistent with Joint Commission and HHSC requirements

·       Ensure that the clinical environment is conducive to a safe, secure, and calm setting

·       Report any safety or environmental concerns to leadership/management

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in Social Work field from an accredited institution.
• Licensure: Active Texas license (LMSW, LCSW, or LMFT)
• Experience:
• At least two (2) years of experience providing therapy in an IOP, PHP, or behavioral health setting preferred.
• Experience with utilization review, insurance authorization, and clinical documentation strongly preferred.
• Skills:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong clinical documentation and time management abilities.
• Knowledge of behavioral health regulations, confidentiality standards, and managed care practices.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and contribute to team-based quality initiatives.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Company paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and paid holidays