Licensed Therapist - Residential Treatment!

Paradigm Treatment Centers; Hayden (ID); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Commuter assistance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Altior Healthcare is seeking Licensed Therapists for residential programs in Coeur d’Alene, Hayden and Athol, Idaho. The therapist provides individual, group, and family therapy to adolescents and young adults within a structured treatment episode and supports aftercare transitions.

Candidates must hold a Master’s degree, be licensed or near licensure (LCSW, LCPC, LMFT) or able to transfer to Idaho; pre-licensed clinicians and interstate transfers are welcome.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a behavioral health field.
• Fully licensed or near independent licensure (LCSW, LCPC, LMFT) or Idaho license transfer.
• Pre-licensed clinicians actively completing supervised hours encouraged.
• Minimum of two years of clinical experience preferred, especially with youth.
• Experience with CBT, DBT, and EMDR preferred; strong documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual, group, and family therapy with adolescents/young adults.
• Develop and adjust individualized treatment plans with a multidisciplinary team.
• Ensure timely clinical documentation and crisis intervention when needed.
• Support transitions to aftercare and coordinate with families and schools.
• Deliver psychoeducation and collaborate on care plans.

Skills

CBT

DBT

EMDR

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Written communication

Team-based care

Adolescents/young adults

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Clinical judgment

Education

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

Job description

Licensed Therapist - Residential Treatment!

About Altior Healthcare

Our family of services comprises three distinct mental health treatment programs, including a specialized program for US Veterans. With over 15 unique locations, we manage and support 500+ dedicated employees serving over 300 residential clients daily located across five states: California, Idaho, Maine, New Hampshire, and Texas.

Paradigm Treatment (West Coast) and Ridge RTC (East Coast) partner together under Altior, united by a shared commitment to providing exceptional mental health care. For over a decade, our core clinical and support teams have worked side-by-side, delivering compassionate, evidence-based treatment that changes lives.

As part of the Altior network, you’ll find the stability of an established organization with the heart of a close-knit treatment community where every role matters.

Job Summary

The Mental Health Therapist provides individual, group, and family therapy to adolescents and/or young adults experiencing mental and behavioral health challenges. This position works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary clinical team to support clients throughout a structured treatment episode and facilitate successful transitions into aftercare.

Opportunities are available across our programs in Coeur d’Alene, Hayden, and Athol, Idaho.

We welcome clinicians who are fully licensed, close to completing independent clinical licensure requirements, or currently licensed in another state and interested in transferring their license to Idaho.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based interventions.
• Collaborate with physicians, case managers, therapists, and other clinical team members to provide coordinated care.
• Participate in treatment-team meetings to review client progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with Idaho licensing regulations, organizational policies, and ethical standards.
• Provide crisis intervention and clinical support when necessary.
• Deliver psychoeducation to clients and families to encourage engagement and continuity of care.
• Communicate regularly with clients, families, and members of the treatment team regarding clinical progress.
• Support clients in transitioning into appropriate aftercare services.
• Ensure all clinical services align with current best practices and Idaho state requirements.
• Contribute to a supportive, collaborative, and client-centered treatment environment.
• Perform other clinically appropriate duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related behavioral health field from an accredited institution.
• Fully licensed or close to obtaining independent clinical licensure as one of the following:
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
  • Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)
  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
• Pre-licensed clinicians actively completing their clinical hours as an LMSW, LPC, LMFTA, LAMFT, or another applicable Idaho credential are encouraged to apply.
• Clinicians licensed in another state who are eligible to transfer their license to Idaho are also encouraged to apply.
• Minimum of two years of clinical experience preferred, particularly in mental health, behavioral health, and/or substance-use treatment.
• Experience working with adolescents, young adults, and families strongly preferred.
• Experience with evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, and/or EMDR preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment and crisis-intervention skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong clinical documentation and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary, team-oriented treatment environment.
• Ability to satisfy all applicable Idaho licensing, credentialing, background-check, and pre-employment requirements.

Compensation and Additional Support

• Annual compensation of $85,000–$100,000, based on licensure status, clinical experience, and qualifications.
• Sign-on bonus assistance.
• Relocation assistance for candidates moving to North Idaho.
• Commuter assistance for eligible candidates.
• Tuition assistance.
• Assistance transferring an existing clinical license to Idaho.
• Additional support for clinicians who are close to completing independent licensure requirements.
• Ongoing clinical and professional-development support.

If you are a compassionate clinician looking to grow your career while making a meaningful difference in the lives of adolescents, young adults, and their families, we would be excited to hear from you.

Salary Range

$85,000 - $100,000 USD

• Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, and vision.
• 401k with 4% match.
• Paid Time Off Programs including vacation, holidays, and illness.

For Direct Care roles:

• Chef made meals onsite.
• Professional trainings provided for development; continuing education assistance for clinicians.
• Supportive clinical supervision and professional development.

Altior Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis forbidden under federal, state, or local law.