Mental Health Therapist

Embark Behavioral Health; Waynesville (MO); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Life & Disability Coverage

401(k) with Company Match

PTO & Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Calo Programs is seeking a Mental Health Therapist to support adolescents and young adults in a trauma-informed residential setting. You will provide individual, family, and group therapy using relational and evidence-based approaches, while engaging in a canine-assisted program to enhance attachment and healing.

The role involves managing a caseload of 6–8 clients, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring compliant clinical documentation.

Qualifications

• Fully Licensed: LPC, LMFT, LCSW.
• Provisional Licenses: PLPC, PLMFT, LMSW.
• Licensure must be active and in good standing.
• Experience with residential treatment and trauma work is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide Individual, Family & Group Therapy grounded in trauma-informed care.
• Manage a personalized caseload of 6–8 clients.
• Collaborate in a multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Complete timely clinical documentation and maintain compliance.
• Deliver developmentally and culturally competent care to youth.
• Incorporate experiential and residential therapies, including canine therapy.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Family therapy

Relational approaches

Evidence-based therapy

Group therapy

Caseload management

Education

LPC

LMFT

LCSW

Job description

Overview

Relocation Assistance Available to Lake Ozark, MO

Location:130 Calo Lane, Lake Ozark, MO 65049 (On-site)

Schedule Options: Monday - Friday I Tuesday - Saturday I Sunday - Thursday

Hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm

Salary:

• Associate/Provisional: $70,000
• Fully Licensed: $75,000 – $80,000

Calo Programs is seeking a Mental Health Therapist to join our team supporting adolescents and young adults (ages 9–21) in a trauma‑informed residential treatment environment. Calo is nationally recognized as the first adoption and trauma‑specific RTC, uniquely focused on healing the effects of developmental trauma, attachment challenges, and emotional dysregulation.

As part of our team, you’ll engage in relational, experiential, and evidence‑based therapy models—including our proprietary CASA treatment approach and canine therapy program, where students build transferable attachment through raising and caring for Golden Retrievers. This role is ideal for therapists passionate about family systems work, attachment treatment, and long‑term impact in the lives of youth and their families.

Responsibilities

Provide Individual, Family & Group Therapy

• Deliver therapy grounded in trauma‑informed care, systemic family therapy, and relational approaches that promote sustainable change.

Manage a Personalized Caseload

• Maintain a focused caseload of 6–8 clients, allowing for high‑quality care, family programming, and ongoing parent coaching

Work in a Multidisciplinary Treatment Environment

• Partner with therapists, medical providers, nurses, and direct‑care teams to create and implement comprehensive, holistic treatment plans.

Complete Timely Clinical Documentation

• Ensure accurate, compliant, and deadline‑driven documentation to support continuity of care.

Provide Developmentally & Culturally Competent Care

• Use evidence‑based practices tailored to the unique psychological needs of adolescents and teens.

Incorporate Experiential & Residential Therapies

• Utilize Adventure Therapy, Animal-Assisted Therapy, and experiential modalities — including the opportunity to integrate our Golden Retriever‑based canine therapy program into sessions.

Qualifications

Required Licensure (Full or Provisional)

• Fully Licensed:

  • LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor)
  • LMFT (Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist)
  • LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker)

• Provisional Licenses (Supervision Provided):

  • PLPC (Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor)
  • PLMFT (Provisional Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist)
  • LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker)

Additional Requirements

• Ability to establish a CAQH profile
• Ability to obtain an NPI (National Provider Identifier)
• Passion for working with teens and young adults
• Experience with residential treatment, trauma work, experiential therapy, or systemic/relational modalities preferred

Benefits

• Access to an established Mastery Program that offers professional and financial opportunities for professional growth.
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance– Multiple plan options including PPO and HDHPs with HSA eligibility and company contributions.
• Paid Parental Leave– Up to 6 weeks fully paid for exempt employees and 4 weeks for non‑exempt.
• Life & Disability Coverage– Company‑paid life, AD&D, and long‑term disability; voluntary life and optional short‑term disability available.
• 401(k) with Company Match– Retirement savings with matching contributions after eligibility period.
• PTO & Holidays– Competitive PTO accrual plans and paid holidays throughout the year.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for life’s challenges.

CALO is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.We are committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience we offer through the diversity of our employees and community. We actively seek to recruit and support a broadly diverse staff who contribute to our excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, and relevance in a global society.

CALO does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws.

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