Inpatient Adolescent Therapist - Day Shift

The Ness Center; Mandeville (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Northlake Behavioral Health System in Mandeville, LA is seeking an Adolescent Clinical Therapist to provide individual and group therapy, complete assessments, and develop treatment plans for teenagers in an inpatient setting.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, engage families, monitor safety, document accurately, and stay current with evidence-based practices to support stabilization and transition home.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related field required.
• Louisiana professional clinical license (PLPC, LPC, LMSW, or LCSW) preferred or required.
• Experience in adolescent behavioral health is preferred.
• Current BLS or CPI certification required or company-provided training during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group therapy designed for adolescents in an inpatient setting.
• Build therapeutic relationships and create a safe, supportive environment for teens.
• Complete psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans promptly.
• Participate in treatment team meetings and provide clinical input on progress and needs.
• Engage parents/guardians and outside providers in treatment and discharge planning.
• Collaborate with nursing and Milieu Specialists to support safety and programming.
• Monitor for self-harm, aggression, impulsivity, and other safety concerns.
• Utilize crisis intervention and de-escalation as needed.
• Complete clinical documentation accurately and on time.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and adhere to facility policies and DNV standards.
• Stay current on evidence-based practices in adolescent behavioral health.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Communication

Organizational skills

Clinical judgment

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Boundary setting

Growth mindset

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related field

Job description

Northlake Behavioral Health System in Mandeville, LA is seeking an Adolescent Clinical Therapist to provide individual and group therapy, complete assessments, and develop treatment plans for teenagers in an inpatient setting.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, engage families, monitor safety, document accurately, and stay current with evidence-based practices to support stabilization and transition home.