Primary Therapist (Licensed or Non-licensed)

Newport Healthcare; Bethlehem (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport Healthcare is seeking a Primary Therapist to conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and facilitate therapy sessions. You will collaborate with treatment teams and connect directly with families, leading orientations and family support groups.

The role requires a Master’s degree in a related field (or Doctorate enrollment) and board registration in the state. Experience with youth therapy and trauma-informed care is preferred.

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.
• Board registered (APCC, LAPC, ASW, AMFT, MHCA) or Psychologist Associate in the state where services are provided.
• Experience with individual, family, and/or group therapy with young adults/adolescents.
• Experience with mental health, substance use, eating disorders or trauma-informed treatment preferred.

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 and Attachment-Based Family Therapy.
• 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

Therapy with young adults

Family therapy

Group therapy

Education

Master’s degree in counseling/psychology/social work

Enrollment in Doctorate program

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 counseling, psychology, social work, or related field or enrollment in Doctorate program from an accredited or state approved graduate school required.
• Board registered (APCC, LAPC, ASW, AMFT, MHCA) or Psychologic Associate in the state in which services are provided required.
• Experience with individual, family, and/or group therapy with young adults/adolescents required.
• Experience with mental health, substance abuse, eating disorders or trauma-informed treatment preferred.