Primary Therapist (Licensed or Non-Licensed)

Newport Healthcare; Malvern (Chester County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Primary Therapist role at Newport Healthcare in Malvern, PA conducts assessments, develops treatment plans, and facilitates therapy sessions with young adults and families. You’ll collaborate with treatment teams and connect directly with families to support recovery within our clinical model.

You’ll lead family orientations, conduct intake assessments, and participate in team meetings and supervision. A patient-first mindset, cultural sensitivity, and strong communication are essential to

Qualifications

• Master’s or doctorate-level training for clinical practice is required.
• Licensed or board-registered status in the relevant state is required.
• Experience facilitating therapy with young adults and/or adolescents.
• A patient-first mindset that drives high-quality care delivery.
• Cultural sensitivity and interpersonal savvy for teamwork with families.
• Strong problem-solving skills using available information.

Responsibilities

• Serving as a compassionate, informative point of contact for clients’ family members
• Facilitating individual, group, and family therapy sessions within Newport Healthcare’s 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

Experience facilitating therapy with

Patient-centered mindset

Cultural sensitivity

Interpersonal savvy

Problem solving

Education

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

Board registered (APCC, LAPC, ASW, AMFT, MHCA) or Psychologic Associate in 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.