Associate Therapist for Children & Teens - Clinical & Group Therapy

Newport Healthcare; Orange (CA); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport Healthcare in California seeks an Associate Therapist to facilitate individual and group sessions, mentor direct care staff, and collaborate within treatment teams for youths aged 7-11.

Requirements include a Master’s in a clinical discipline, board registration to accrue licensure hours, and experience with children/teens. Compensation ranges from $61,462 to $84,509 yearly, commensurate with education and experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a clinical discipline (required).
• Board registered to accrue hours towards licensure in the state where services are provided (required).
• Experience facilitating therapy with children, teens, and/or young adults (preferred).
• A patient-first mindset that inspires you to reach the highest standards in delivery of care.
• Cultural competency and a clinical style that aligns with Newport Healthcare’s therapeutic approach.
• The capacity to listen attentively and actively, with patience and empathy, and to communicate clearly and effectively.
• The ability to remain calm and composed under pressure or when facing change, delays, or unexpected events.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating individual therapy sessions within the framework of Newport Healthcare’s clinical model.
• Facilitating clinical and experiential group therapy sessions to support healing and connection.
• Participating in screenings, intakes, orientations, assessments, treatment planning, and discharge planning.
• Attending trainings and clinical supervision sessions to enhance your skills and broaden your knowledge.
• Serving as a vital part of your clients’ multidisciplinary treatment teams.
• Supporting the team with crisis prevention, intervention, and management as needed.

Skills

Therapy facilitation

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Clear communication

Calm under pressure

Cultural competency

Education

Master’s degree in clinical discipline

Licensure hours / Licensure board registration

Job description

Newport Healthcare in California seeks an Associate Therapist to facilitate individual and group sessions, mentor direct care staff, and collaborate within treatment teams for youths aged 7-11.

Requirements include a Master’s in a clinical discipline, board registration to accrue licensure hours, and experience with children/teens. Compensation ranges from $61,462 to $84,509 yearly, commensurate with education and experience.