Primary Therapist

Newport Healthcare; Bethlehem (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Company paid life insurance

401k

PTO/Sick

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

A mental health services organization located in Connecticut is seeking a Primary Therapist to conduct assessments and facilitate therapeutic sessions. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s Degree in a related field and a strong background in therapy with young adults and adolescents. Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, conducting group therapies, and ensuring comprehensive mental health support. This position offers an impactful opportunity to change lives in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or related field or enrollment in Doctorate program required.
• Licensed in Marriage Family Therapy, Counseling, Social Work, or Clinical Psychology.
• Experience with individual, family, and/or group therapy with young adults/adolescents.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Facilitate individual, family, and group therapies.
• Complete risk assessment and safety plans.

Skills

Therapeutic communication

Crisis intervention

Group therapy facilitation

Education

Master’s Degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or related field

Job description

About Us

Join Newport Healthcare: Transform Lives Through Meaningful Work! Are you ready to embark on a rewarding career in psychiatric healthcare? At Newport Healthcare, we are passionate about delivering exceptional mental health services to individuals in need. Our comprehensive approach covers the entire spectrum of care, creating a wealth of diverse roles for those who aspire to make a real impact. We believe in nurturing talent and fostering professional growth in a supportive environment. Here, you won’t just find a job—you’ll discover a fulfilling career path in the mental health field.

If you're eager to contribute to a mission-driven organization and help change lives for the better, we invite you to join our dedicated team at Newport Healthcare. Together, we can make a profound difference in the lives of those we serve!

Responsibilities

The Primary Therapist conducts assessments, develops treatment plans, facilitates individual, family, and group therapies, and provides clinical support to the program as needed.

Essential Duties

• Communicate, proactively, as the clinical point of contact with families.
• Facilitate individual, family, and group therapies within the framework of Newport Healthcare’s clinical model and Attachment-Based Family Therapy.
• Facilitate new Family Orientations, Welcome Presentations, and Family Support Groups.
• Complete risk assessment and initial safety plan upon admission and biopsychosocial assessment and treatment plan within timeline requirements.
• Coordinate treatment goals and services in collaboration with client's treatment team, with 30-day treatment plan reviews and updates.
• Complete documentation (assessments, treatment plans, progress, group notes, contact notes and discharge summaries) timely and according to established standards.
• Conduct risk or crisis assessments and provides intervention/management as needed.
• Attend weekly treatment team meetings, staff meetings, and clinical supervision.
• Enter and save data accurately within Word, Outlook (email and calendaring), EMR, and online learning.
• Attend meetings, trainings, and conferences representing Newport Healthcare as needed.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or related field or enrollment in Doctorate program from an accredited or state approved graduate school required.
• Licensed or ability to transfer license in Marriage Family Therapy, Counseling, Social Work, or Clinical Psychologist in the state in which services are provided.
• Experience with individual, family, and/or group therapy with young adults/adolescents.
• Experience with mental health, substance abuse, eating disorders, or trauma-informed treatment preferred.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Company paid life insurance
• Voluntary STD/LTD
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k
• PTO/Sick

Join Us

Join our vibrant team at Newport Healthcare, where your passion for helping adolescents and young adults can truly shine! If you’re looking for a rewarding role that combines creativity, compassion, and collaboration, this is the place for you!

We are excited to hear about your interest in this opportunity! If you have any questions or need assistance with the application process, please feel free to contact me directly via email at [e-mail]. If you need further support, you are also welcome to reach out to our careers and management team at [e-mail].

Newport Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Newport Healthcare provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Newport Healthcare is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process please email [e-mail] for assistance.