Associate Therapist, IOP/PHP (LPC-Associate, LMSW, or LMFT-Associate)

Company Description ForwardCare is an AI-powered network of next-generation behavioral health treatment centers that focuses on moderate to high-acuity levels of care. The organization partners with licensed clinicians, healthcare operators, and investors to launch and operate evidence-based behavioral health programs. ForwardCare manages the business and operational infrastructure so clinical teams can concentrate on high-quality patient care. Team members benefit from technology-enabled tools, collaborative support, and streamlined processes that help them provide effective, compassionate treatment.

Role Description The Associate Therapist, IOP/PHP (LPC-Associate, LMSW, or LMFT-Associate) is a part-time remote role responsible for providing therapeutic services within intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization programs. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting individual and group therapy sessions under appropriate supervision, completing psychosocial assessments, and developing collaborative treatment plans aligned with program guidelines. The role involves documenting clinical encounters in a timely and compliant manner, coordinating care with multidisciplinary team members, and participating in case reviews and clinical team meetings. The Associate Therapist also supports discharge planning, communicates with patients and families regarding treatment progress, and adheres to ethical and regulatory standards relevant to their licensure and scope of practice.

Qualifications

• Active LPC-Associate, LMSW, or LMFT-Associate license in the relevant state; graduate degree in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or a closely related behavioral health field.
• Foundational skills in individual and group psychotherapy, including evidence-based modalities appropriate for moderate to high-acuity behavioral health populations.
• Ability to conduct thorough assessments, formulate treatment goals, document clinical services accurately, and maintain compliance with regulatory and payer requirements.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills for working within a multidisciplinary team and engaging patients, families, and support systems.
• Comfort with telehealth and digital tools, including secure electronic health records and AI-enabled platforms used for clinical workflow and care coordination.
• Commitment to ethical practice, trauma-informed care, cultural humility, and non-discriminatory, patient-centered treatment.
• Experience or practicum in IOP/PHP or other higher levels of care is preferred; evening or weekend availability may be beneficial based on program needs.