Primary Therapist

Newport Academy; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 67,200 - 92,400; Full time

Job summary

Newport Academy in California is seeking a Primary Therapist to assess, plan, and conduct therapy sessions while collaborating with treatment teams and families. The role emphasizes a compassionate family-centered approach within our clinical model.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in psychology, counseling, social work, or related field, or are enrolled in a doctoral program, with board registration or status as a Psychologic Associate in the practice state.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or related field; or enrollment in a doctorate program (required).
• Board registered (APCC, LAPC, ASW, AMFT, MHCA) or Psychologic Associate in the state where services are provided (required).
• Experience facilitating therapy with young adults and/or adolescents.
• A patient‑first mindset that inspires you to reach the highest standards in delivery of care.
• Cultural sensitivity and interpersonal savvy that allow you to build constructive and effective relationships with colleagues, clients, and families.
• A problem‑solver who digs deep and uses all the information available to craft skillful solution.

Responsibilities

• Serving as a compassionate, informative point of contact for clients’ family members
• Facilitating individual, group, and family therapy sessions within Newport Healthcare’s clinical model
• Leading family orientations, welcome presentations, and family support groups
• Conducting intake assessments and developing individualized treatment and safety plans
• Participating in treatment team meetings, staff meetings, and clinical supervision sessions

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or related field; or enrollment in a doctorate program

Board registered or Psychological Associate in state of practice

Job description

What You’ll Do

The Primary Therapist conducts assessments, develops treatment plans, and facilitates therapy sessions. You’ll collaborate with your clients’ treatment teams and connect directly with families. Key responsibilities include:

• Serving as a compassionate, informative point of contact for clients’ family members
• Facilitating individual, group, and family therapy sessions, within the framework of Newport Healthcare’s clinical model and the Attachment-Based Family Therapy model
• Leading family orientations, welcome presentations, and family support groups
• Conducting intake assessments and developing individualized treatment and safety plans
• Participating in treatment team meetings, staff meetings, and clinical supervision sessions

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or related field; or enrollment in a doctorate program from an accredited or state‑approved graduate school (required)
• Board registered (APCC, LAPC, ASW, AMFT, MHCA) or Psychologic Associate in the state where services are provided (required)
• Experience facilitating therapy with young adults and/or adolescents
• A patient‑first mindset that inspires you to reach the highest standards in delivery of care
• Cultural sensitivity and interpersonal savvy that allow you to build constructive and effective relationships with colleagues, clients, and families
• A problem‑solver who digs deep and uses all the information available to craft skillful solution.

Compensation Range: $67,200 to $92,400