Program Therapist - Outpatient Services

Counselor / TherapistNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$58k-$62k

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Job Description

  • Job Location: Ridgeview Institute Smyrna - Smyrna, GA
  • Position Type: Full Time
  • Education Level: Graduate Degree
  • Salary Range: $58000.00 - $62400.00Salary
  • Job Shift: Day, JOIN OUR TEAM AS A PROGRAM THERAPIST- OUTPATIENT SERVICES! ($1,500 Sign-on Bonus) We are seeking experienced, professional therapists with LCSW license who are interested in serving the following programs: Adolescents, General Adult, Men's, Women's, Young Adult, and Addictions Groups. Your Work Matters How will you make a difference? The Program Therapist performs social services functions to include assisting patients in meeting their bio-psychosocial needs while enabling them to access therapeutic treatment skills to achieve their optimal level of emotional health, including providing basic consultation, teaching, completing specialized clinical social work services for patients/families receiving care, crisis intervention, short-term and long-term family therapy, and providing information and referrals as needed. Duties and responsibilities: Formulate and conduct educational, therapeutic, and support groups. Continue professional development in individual, family, and group therapy and maintain professional development in personnel files. Conduct individual/couples/family counseling on scheduled timetables. Comply with required standards for medical/legal reporting situations (i. e., child abuse, dependent adult abuse, psychiatric commitment). As requested, represent the facility at legal hearings, promptly submit paperwork for legal holds, and liaise with the conservator’s office. Assess and identify the psychosocial, educational, developmental, and behavioral functioning of the patient/family system through established case-finding mechanisms. Demonstrate knowledge of biopsychosocial factors and DSM-IV related to the ages of the patients served and incorporate the knowledge base into the treatment plan. Assigns and directs other personnel to implement the nursing care plans and verifies this care through direct observation and chart review. Note: The essential job functions of this position are not limited to the duties listed above. Your Experience Matters What we’re looking for: Education: Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work or a clinical-related mental health field preferred. LCSW preferred. Experience: A minimum of two (2) years experience in a psychiatric health care facility, with direct experience in family and group therapies, crisis intervention, and treatment skills; and clinical solid assessment skills preferred. Additional Requirements: CPR/First Aid and CPI Training. May be required to work flexible hours and overtime. Your Care Matters What we provide for our team: 401(k) + matching Health insurance 100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary Vision insurance Dental Insurance 100% company-paid long-term disability insurance Paid time off Paid Holidays Cafeteria on site Employee engagement events Employee assistance program Employee recognition program Free parking What sets us apart: Career & training development opportunities Dynamic and inclusive work environment Engaged management team dedicated to your success A guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our north star and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations Disclaimer: Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Ridgeview Institute Smyrna
  • Compensation: This is a Full-Time, exempt role, and the expected compensation range is $58,000.00 to $62,400.00 annually

The sign-on bonus for full-time employment is $1,500.00, and for part-time employment, it is $500.00. We’re eager to engage with all qualified candidates, and consideration will be given to experience and skill level. Join us as our Program Therapist-Outpatient Services!

About Us

Get to know us Outstanding Care, Compassionate People, Unparalleled Service Welcome to Ridgeview Institute Smyrna (RIS), a premier healthcare provider in Smyrna, GA, setting the gold standard for excellence in mental health and addiction treatment support.

Located in Smyrna, GA, RIS offers a full continuum of care, including inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services and specialized, evidence-based programs for all patients, regardless of their ability to pay.

At RIS, the community is an integral part of our team, fostering collaboration to build an efficient, comprehensive, and seamless continuum of care. We take pride in offering dynamic, challenging, and highly rewarding positions.

You'll have the opportunity to work closely with a team of experts, ensuring our patients receive personalized services that guide them toward achieving their treatment goals.

Join us in providing exceptional care and contributing to the well-being of individuals and families in need, and be a part of the transformative healthcare experience at Ridgeview Institute Smyrna.

To learn more about RIS, visit us at: ridgeviewsmyrna.com TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE POSITIVE I.M.P.A.C.T.S. Individuals Maintaining Positive Attitude and Commitment To Service ____________ At Ridgeview Institute Smyrna, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.

Key Responsibilities

The Program Therapist performs social services functions, including conducting therapeutic groups and individual counseling to assist patients with their bio-psychosocial needs. They are also responsible for crisis intervention, maintaining clinical documentation, and representing the facility at legal hearings as required.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Master's degree in Social Work or a clinical-related mental health field, with an LCSW license preferred. A minimum of two years of experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility, along with CPR/First Aid and CPI training, is required.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Psychosocial assessmentTreatment planningCase managementDSM-IV knowledgeMedical reportingPatient educationBiopsychosocial assessment

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 40% are remote, 30% have no call, 56% require no weekends.

Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Mental Health Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$58k–$62kMental Health Therapy median $118k (middle half $54k–$118k)13 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$63k in purchasing powerGeorgia index 96.3 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Therapy listings in Georgia173 active7,518 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 40% remote · 30% no call · 56% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repayment$58k sign-onGeorgia counselor listings (all specialties): 8% state a sign-on bonus · 16% offer loan repayment299 active listings, Nov 2026
New Mental Health Therapy listings2,562 in the last 30 days1,376 the 30 days before (+86%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Mental Health Therapy pay trend−1.9% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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About Ridgeview Institute Smyrna

Hospitals and Health Care
Smyrna, GA
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

401(k) with matching
Health insurance
100% company-paid life insurance up to 2x annual salary
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
100% company-paid long-term disability insurance
Paid time off
Paid holidays

Living in Smyrna

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$408k≈ 7.0× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,663/mo≈ 34% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
30 min
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.