Licensed therapist or social worker

Location: Philadelphia, PA (in-person at NE, Kensington, and SW clinics),

Schedule: Part-Time, Tues-Thu (9AM–5PM; possible 1PM-9PM shift Wed/Thu)

About Courage Medicine

Courage Medicine is an interdisciplinary, integrative healthcare organization dedicated to treating the whole person. We provide compassionate, stigma-free care to marginalized communities in Philadelphia — including individuals navigating substance use, trauma, housing instability, and involvement in the criminal justice system.

Our services include primary care, behavioral health, sexual health (including HIV/STI/HepC testing and treatment), and medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD). We strive to offer a dignified, respectful environment for people who are often mistreated elsewhere.

Position Summary

Our behavioral health team are comprised of licensed or license-eligible behavioral health professionals who work as integral members of our care team. This role combines clinical therapy with collaborative, community-based care coordination. You will provide individual therapy (both brief interventions and long-term treatment), conduct biopsychosocial intakes, participate in team case conferences, and help patients access medical and community resources.

This is an opportunity to work in a mission-driven, harm reduction–oriented setting with a highly supportive, interdisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual therapy , brief interventions, and group therapy (as available)
• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments for new patients
• Collaborate daily with medical providers, peer specialists, and support staff to coordinate holistic care
• Maintain timely and thorough clinical documentation in the electronic medical record
• Participate in team meetings , case conferences, and supervision
• Engage in clinic operations and collaborative problem-solving to support clinic safety and functioning
• Preferred: contribute to Courage Medicine’s social media presence through content creation and online engagement

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related behavioral health field
• Licensed or license-eligible in Pennsylvania (LPC, LSW, MFT, or comparable)
• Spanish-language competency preferred
• Experience or strong interest in:
• Substance use disorders and harm reduction
• Trauma-informed care
• Sexual health and LGBTQ+ affirming care
• Working with unhoused or justice-involved populations
• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team
• Flexibility, self-direction, and a commitment to learning and growth

Supervision & Professional Growth

• Weekly individual supervision with a licensed clinician (psychologist or LCSW)
• Daily group supervision/case conferences for ongoing support and consultation
• Opportunities to develop new initiatives, community outreach, and program leadership

To Apply

Please send your resume and cover letter describing your interest in Courage Medicine and your approach to harm reduction to Clinical Director Dr. Julia Hodgson at [email protected]

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24 per week

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Work Location: In person