Primary Therapist (Licensed or Non-Licensed)

Newport Academy; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Company-paid life insurance

Paid time off including sick time

401K with company match

Flexible spending accounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Newport Healthcare in Leesburg, Virginia, is looking for a Primary Therapist responsible for conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized treatment plans. In this position, you will facilitate various therapeutic modalities, including individual and family therapies, ensuring high-quality clinical support.

Qualified candidates should have a Master's degree in a relevant field and relevant licenses, along with experience in therapy with young adults/adolescents. The role also includes crucial crisis management responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree or enrollment in Doctorate program from an accredited school.
• Licensed or ability to transfer license in relevant fields.
• Experience with therapy for young adults/adolescents.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Facilitate individual, family, and group therapy sessions.
• Maintain accurate documentation adhering to standards.
• Attend treatment team meetings to enhance treatment efficacy.
• Conduct risk or crisis assessments for client safety.

Skills

Individual therapy

Family therapy

Group therapy

Crisis management

Education

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

License in Marriage Family Therapy, Counseling, Social Work, or Clinical Psychology

Tools

Microsoft Word

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Responsibilities

Job Summary: The Primary Therapist is responsible for conducting comprehensive assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and facilitating various therapeutic modalities, including individual, family, and group therapies. This role requires effective communication with families and collaboration with the treatment team to ensure the delivery of high‑quality clinical support within Newport Healthcare's framework.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Clinical Communication: Serve as the primary clinical contact for families, maintaining proactive and clear communication regarding the client's progress and treatment.
• Therapeutic Facilitation: Conduct individual, family, and group therapy sessions utilizing Newport Healthcare's clinical model and Attachment‑Based Family Therapy principles. Lead Family Orientations, Welcome Presentations, and Family Support Groups to engage and educate families about the treatment process.
• Assessment and Planning: Complete risk assessments and initial safety plans upon client admission. Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and develop comprehensive treatment plans within established timelines. Collaborate with the treatment team to coordinate treatment goals and services, including 30‑day treatment plan reviews and updates.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, group notes, contact notes, and discharge summaries, adhering to established standards.
• Crisis Management: Conduct risk or crisis assessments and provide appropriate intervention and management as necessary to ensure client safety and well‑being.
• Team Collaboration: Attend and actively participate in weekly treatment team meetings, staff meetings, and clinical supervision to enhance team dynamics and treatment efficacy.
• Data Management: Accurately enter and save data using Microsoft Word, Outlook (email and calendaring), Electronic Medical Records (EMR), and online learning platforms.
• Professional Development: Represent Newport Healthcare at meetings, trainings, and conferences as needed, promoting the organization's mission and values.

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
• Paid time off including sick time
• Voluntary Short term and long‑term disability
• 401K with company match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement

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.