Odyssey House is seeking a Full-Time Therapist at our Parent's Program.

Summary: You can make a difference in people’s lives and our community! Odyssey House, a 501(c)3 non-profit, is recognized as the best mental health and addiction treatment center in Utah. We have open therapist positions available working with adults, teens, children, or those struggling with severe mental illness. Our culture is rooted in education, with opportunities to gain additional certifications (paid by Odyssey) and hone your therapeutic skills. Odyssey provides competitive pay and flexible schedules. We are a large and growing organization that is BIG on promoting from within. It is common for people who start here to receive regular raises and promotions to leadership roles. So come work with the people in our care; it is deeply rewarding! 

Odyssey House’s Core Values  

• Integrity (I) – We do what is best for the clients and community. Always
• Wholeheartedness (W) – We are sincere in our commitment towards a better life for all. 
• Connection (C) – We seek opportunities to engage with one another. 
• Personal Growth (G) – We are curious about how to be better versions of ourselves.  

Job Location: Salt Lake City

Compensation:

New Therapist: Starting wage - $65,000 (negotiable based on experience)

Fully Licensed Therapist: Starting wage $70,000 (negotiable based on experience)

5 years of applicable experience: $75,000

Full-Time Benefits Include:

• $9,000/year tuition eligibility
• Paid continuing education/training opportunities
• Monthly incentives and awards
• Casual dress and atmosphere
• Health insurance: medical, dental, vision, FSA, long & short-term disability
• Competitive 403b match after 1 year 
• Accrue up to 34 paid days off annually 
• Wellness perk: convert ½ of unused sick time to vacation at year-end
• Sabbatical program after 5 years of service (we pay you to take a vacation!)
• On-demand pay – access earned wages early (conditions apply)
• Extra time off & gift packages for employees after 90 days
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health and more

Core Responsibilities: You will assess and diagnose clients, developing a personalized treatment plan that addresses their unique needs. You will establish a rapport with clients by facilitating individual, group, and family therapy sessions, as well as attending recreational outings. The average caseloads are 12 clients! Odyssey operates with a multidisciplinary treatment team to support your clinical work. 

• Willing to do a mixed caseload of adults, families, and children
• Care about people
• Willingness to learn
• Current licensure (includes CSWi, CSW, LCSW, ACMHC, CMHC, MFTi, AMFT, LMFT) 
• Eligible to work in the USA
• Receive flu shot, TB test, and COVID-19 vaccine (spiritual and medical waivers available)

Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of required pre-employment screenings, which may include background checks, fingerprinting, applicable sex offender registry screenings for Adult Residential roles, and other position-related verifications. Roles requiring driving are subject to a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review and valid Utah driver’s license.

All employees of Odyssey House are required to adhere to: Odyssey House mission, philosophy, and scope of service; Division of Human Services Code of Conduct and all other relevant service contract requirement standards; ensuring a safe environment for all clients and staff; providing exemplary customer service to both internal and external customers; fostering a positive work environment; ensuring high-quality client care within the scope of the assigned position.

Each employee is expected to clearly understand roles and responsibilities regarding the following: Specific job position, time management, personnel file requirements, client record system, incident reporting, mandatory training requirements, maintaining proper client boundaries, and individual rights of clients and staff.

Physical Demands of the Job: Ability to lift up to 15 lbs., drive (or adequate alternate transportation), sit for prolonged periods, and perform light to moderate physical activity at times.  

EEOC Statement: Odyssey House is an equal-opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.