Are you a clinician who is interested in learning DBT or strengthening your skills?
Our mission is to provide comprehensive DBT to fidelity for both adults and adolescents in the Tacoma area and across Washington state.
We seek clinicians with a passion for learning and delivering behavioral treatments and working with clients from diverse backgrounds with a culturally-responsive and affirming approach.
We recognize that training in DBT and other behavioral interventions is specialized and that many potential candidates may not have had opportunities for this training already.
Our team is committed to meeting clinicians where they are and providing needed training and supervision to help you develop the skills, competence, and confidence in this treatment.
About our Clinic:
Options for in-person and hybrid work.
Drs. Dorian Hunter and Liz LoTempio, both experts in DBT and behavioral interventions for emotion dysregulation and out-of-control behaviors, will train and supervise clinicians.
Additional supervisors may be provided based on clinician background and interest.
DBT Center of Tacoma is committed to providing evidence-based treatments for clients, while honoring the wisdom of the clinician and client in this work. We all make a commitment to continued learning, sharing of knowledge and struggles as a team in order to learn, and working collaboratively to create a validating & reinforcement-rich learning environment.
We aim to increase the diversity of DBT clinicians and encourage people of color and from other underrepresented backgrounds to apply.
Ideal candidates:
Will have a graduate degree (PhD, PsyD, MSW, MS, MA) in the field of behavioral health and will have or be able to obtain an associate (or independent) license prior to their start date.
Will demonstrate an eagerness to learn DBT and a willingness to participate in DBT training and supervision.
Will have an ability to engage effectively and supportively in a DBT consultation team.
At this time we are only able to accept clinicians who are authorized to work in the United States.
Prior DBT experience is not required. Experience in behavioral interventions and/or suicide assessment and management is helpful but not required.
Foundational DBT training is required before beginning the position. If you have not yet received such training, we encourage you to still apply. We can help facilitate obtaining the training at no or low cost.
What we offer our clinicians:
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Clinicians participate in a didactics series to enhance understanding and rehearsal of DBT strategies.
Clinicians receive training in specific applications of DBT based on interest areas. Options include: PTSD, substance use disorders, couples therapy, eating disorders, parent training, etc.
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Clinicians provide comprehensive outpatient DBT, including consultation team, individual DBT therapy, skills group, and phone coaching.
Clients are identified and screened by DBT Center of Tacoma, and are assigned based on clinicians’ interest, expertise, and desired professional development whenever possible.
Clinicians participate in weekly DBT consultation team, comprised of senior DBT clinicians and other trainees.
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Clinicians work with several certified DBT therapists, experienced trainers and supervisors, including three hours of supervision weekly.
Clinicians have opportunities to observe DBT-certified clinicians delivering DBT.
Clinicians have opportunities to receive live supervision to enhance real-time DBT skills.
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Clinicians are provided with mentorship to help with becoming independently licensed (when not already).
Clinicians are provided mentorship to help with becoming certified in DBT through the Linehan Board of Certification in DBT (DBT-LBC) (if interested).
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DBT Center of Tacoma places strong value on a collaborative team environment. We seek to cultivate a collegial atmosphere that is inclusive and that values humility, lifelong learning, and professional development for all members. We also take work-life balance very seriously, and support one another in pursuing interests and goals outside of our work.
Clinicians will receive clinical coverage for time off, and will be encouraged to take their vacation time.
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Flexible work hours – outside of scheduled team, supervision, and training meetings there is flexibility for when you see your clients to work best with your schedule.
Option to provide some services via telehealth.
Malpractice insurance paid for by DBT Center of Tacoma.
Health insurance
401k with company match
Contact us.
directors [at] dbtcenteroftacoma [dot] com