Therapist, Intake Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

✨ Now Hiring : Behavioral Health Therapist

• ???? Washington, DC (Onsite at our Flagship Location)
• ???? Full-Time | Exempt | No Supervisory Responsibilities

Are you a passionate, people-centered therapist ready to make a real, lasting impact ?

Join N Street Village , Washington, DC’s leading community for women experiencing homelessness, as our Behavioral Health Therapist —and help us support and empower women navigating mental health challenges, substance use, and life transitions.

This dynamic role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative, trauma-informed environment. One of your primary responsibilities will be conducting intake assessments for clients interested in receiving mental health services at N Street Village—ensuring every woman who walks through our doors feels seen, heard, and supported from day one.

What You'll Be Doing

Clinical & Therapeutic Services

Conduct comprehensive intake assessments for clients seeking behavioral health support

Develop individualized treatment plans based on client goals and needs

Provide individual and group therapy using evidence-based approaches

Facilitate psychoeducation and support groups that promote healing and self-empowerment

Manage a caseload of 15–20 clients across various N Street Village programs

Crisis Support

Participate in a 24 / 7 on-call rotation for crisis consultation

Provide de-escalation and emergency coordination when needed

Collaboration & Coordination

Collaborate with internal staff and external providers for holistic client care

Participate in multidisciplinary case reviews and contribute to staff development

Documentation & Compliance

Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical records

Ensure compliance with licensing standards and program reporting requirements

What You Bring

Education & Licensure

Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, or a related field

DC licensure (LPC, LGPC, LICSW, LGSW, or equivalent)

CAC certification a plus, but not required

Experience

At least 1 year of clinical experience , ideally in trauma-informed or community-based settings

Experience working with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders

Familiarity with crisis intervention and treatment planning

Core Skills

Commitment to trauma-informed, client-centered care

Strong communication and organizational abilities

Cultural humility and the ability to work effectively with diverse populations

Proficiency in clinical documentation and use of DSM-5-TR

Why Join Us?

At N Street Village , you’ll be part of a mission-driven team committed to empowering women and transforming lives . We offer a supportive work environment , paid professional development opportunities , and the chance to make a lasting difference in the community we serve.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Be a part of something powerful. Help build a more compassionate, just future— one woman at a time .