Primary Therapist

PrairieCare; Port Townsend (WA); On-site; USD 49,015 - 70,546; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Company Paid Life Insurance

401k

PTO/Sick Pay

Job summary

Newport Healthcare is seeking a passionate Primary Therapist to provide meaningful therapy and support to clients. Located in Port Townsend, WA, the therapist will lead individual, family, and group sessions, ensuring effective communication and treatment plans.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in a related field, with additional qualifications favored. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of $35.58-$51.21 based on experience and education, along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree required or enrollment in a Doctorate program.
• Board registration required; licensed highly preferred.
• Experience with therapy for young adults/adolescents.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate therapy sessions using Newport Healthcare’s model.
• Act as primary contact for families during treatment.
• Coordinate Family Orientations and Support Groups.

Skills

Therapeutic Facilitation

Family Liaison

Crisis Intervention

Education

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

Board registered (LMHCA, LICSWA, AMFT)

Job description

What You’ll Do

At Newport Healthcare, we are dedicated to transforming lives through integrative and holistic mental health treatment. We are currently seeking a passionate and skilled Primary Therapist to join our team!

Role Overview

As a Primary Therapist, you will play a crucial role within our clinical team, providing meaningful therapy that makes a real difference in the lives of our clients. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Therapeutic Facilitation: Facilitate individual, family, and group therapy sessions using Newport Healthcare’s unique clinical model and the principles of Attachment-Based Family Therapy.
• Family Liaison: Act as the primary clinical contact for families, ensuring clear and proactive communication throughout the treatment process to enhance family involvement and support.
• Family Orientation Coordination: Lead Family Orientations, Welcome Presentations, and Family Support Groups to create a structured and supportive environment for families navigating the treatment process.
• Comprehensive Assessment: Perform risk assessments and develop safety plans upon admission, followed by thorough biopsychosocial assessments and treatment plans, ensuring timely and accurate documentation.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work collaboratively with the treatment team to establish and monitor treatment goals, participating in regular 30‑day treatment plan reviews to ensure alignment and progress.
• Documentation Management: Maintain precise and up‑to‑date clinical records, including assessments, progress notes, and discharge summaries, in accordance with organizational standards.
• Crisis Intervention: Conduct risk or crisis assessments and implement appropriate interventions to manage acute situations effectively.
• Team Engagement: Participate in weekly treatment team meetings, staff gatherings, and clinical supervision to promote a collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Organizational Representation: Represent Newport Healthcare at professional meetings, trainings, and conferences, advocating for our mission and clinical practices within the broader community.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Master’s Degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or related field, or enrollment in a Doctorate program from an accredited or state‑approved graduate school required.
• Board registered (LMHCA, LICSWA, AMFT) or Psychologic Associate in the state in which services are provided required. Licensed Highly Preferred.
• 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.

Compensation

Compensation for this role ranges from $35.58-$51.21 per hour depending on education and experience.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary STD/LTD
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k
• PTO/Sick Pay

We are committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation. An individual’s pay rate within the posted range is determined by several factors, including skills, experience, education, and market conditions. Additionally, we consider internal equity to ensure fairness within our organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.