Clinical Therapist

Renewal Falls Recovery Center in Cedar Falls, IA, opening September 2026, is a partnership between Ascension Recovery Services (ARS), the nation’s first Substance Use Disorder Management Services Organization (SUD-MSO), and Renewal Falls Recovery Center. This new facility will offer detox and residential substance use disorder (SUD) treatment for the greater Cedar Falls area. Our mission is to deliver exceptional, person-centered care and restore hope for individuals, families, and communities impacted by substance use and mental health disorders. We prioritize trauma-informed care, compassion, and integrity, and every team member plays a meaningful role in a client’s recovery journey.

About the Role

The Clinical Therapist is a licensed behavioral health professional responsible for delivering individual, group, and family therapy services within a trauma-informed, recovery-oriented treatment setting. This role includes conducting diagnostic assessments, developing and updating treatment plans, coordinating care, and ensuring high-quality documentation aligned with state, federal, and payer standards. The Clinical Therapist functions as a collaborative member of the multidisciplinary team, supporting client safety, stabilization, and long-term recovery outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Assessment & Treatment
  • Conduct biopsychosocial assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and risk screenings in accordance with DSM-5 and state guidelines.
  • Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans aligned with ASAM criteria and client needs.
  • Provide structured individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based modalities (CBT, DBT, MI, etc.).
  • Respond to crises according to facility policy, ensuring safety and clinical integrity.
• Documentation & Compliance
  • Document all therapy services accurately and on time, following Medicaid, payer, and licensing standards.
  • Maintain clinically appropriate progress notes, treatment plan reviews, discharge summaries, and incident documentation.
  • Uphold confidentiality, ethical guidelines, and trauma-informed documentation practices.
• Care Coordination & Collaboration
  • Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings, case consultations, and utilization management reviews.
  • Coordinate with internal clinical, medical, and RSS staff to support integrated care.
  • Communicate with external partners, referral sources, and family systems as appropriate.
• Professional Practice & Development
  • Provide mentorship or consultation to interns or unlicensed staff within scope.
  • Maintain active licensure and credentials; complete required CEUs and trainings.
  • Engage in supervision (if applicable) and performance evaluation processes.
  • Participate in program improvement initiatives and clinical projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, or a related behavioral health field.
• Current, unrestricted independent clinical license in the state of employment (e.g., LMHC, LPC, LCSW, LISW, LMFT, Licensed Psychologist).
• Current CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• State-recognized addiction counseling certification (e.g., CADC, IADC, LADC).
• Experience in residential, detox, or ASAM 3.5/3.7 levels of care.
• Knowledge of Medicaid and commercial payer documentation requirements.
• Training in trauma-specific models, culturally responsive care, or specialty treatment modalities.

Work Conditions

• Work Environment: Primarily indoors in a climate-controlled clinical setting.
• Physical Demands: Regular sitting, walking, standing, and use of hands for documentation or therapeutic activities. Occasionally lifting (<25 lbs) or assisting with routine clinical tasks.
• Mental & Emotional Demands: High-level critical thinking, emotional resilience, and ethical judgment in complex clinical scenarios. Ability to balance clinical workload, documentation accuracy, and interdisciplinary communication.

Benefits

• ICHRA Health Benefit – choose the plan that fits your needs, with premium reimbursement
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance, with optional supplemental coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (no employer match)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) + paid holidays
• Paid Training & Continuing Education (CEU reimbursement)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Clear Career Pathways & Professional Growth
• Safe, Trauma-Informed Work Environment
• Modern Facilities & Clinical Tools
• Supportive Clinical Leadership committed to your success