Primary Therapist (Licensed or Non-Licensed)

Newport Academy; Malvern (Chester County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport Healthcare in the United States seeks a Primary Therapist to conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and lead therapy sessions. You will work with clients’ treatment teams and their families, delivering individual, group, and family therapies within Newport Healthcare’s model, including Attachment-Based Family Therapy.

The role involves leading family orientations and participating in supervision and team meetings to ensure high-quality care for young adults and families.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or progress toward a doctoral program in a relevant field.
• Current licensure or board registration in the state where services are provided.
• Experience facilitating therapy with young adults and/or adolescents.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Facilitate individual, group, and family therapy sessions.
• Collaborate with treatment teams and connect with families.
• Lead family orientations and support groups, participate in supervision.

Skills

Empathetic communicator

Patient-first mindset

Cultural sensitivity

Problem-solver

Education

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

Board registered or Psychologic Associate status in the state

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.