Primary Therapist (Licensed or Non-Licensed)

Newport Academy; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free clinical supervision provided

Free training in EMDR, ABFT, CBT & DBT

Job summary

Newport Healthcare is seeking a Primary Therapist to conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and facilitate individual, group, and family therapy within our clinical model. You will connect directly with families and collaborate with treatment teams to ensure coordinated care.

You will lead family orientations and support groups, conduct intake assessments, and participate in staff meetings and clinical supervision. A patient-first mindset and cultural sensitivity are essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or related field (required).
• Enrollment in a doctorate program from an accredited or state-approved graduate school (required).
• A patient-first mindset that inspires delivering high-quality care.
• Cultural sensitivity and interpersonal savvy for building relationships with colleagues, clients, and families.
• A problem-solver who digs deep and crafts skillful solutions.

Responsibilities

• Assessments, develop treatment plans, and facilitate therapy sessions (individual, group, and family).
• Collaborate with treatment teams and connect directly with families.
• Lead family orientations, welcome presentations, and family support groups.
• Conduct intake assessments and develop individualized treatment and safety plans.
• Participate in treatment team meetings, staff meetings, and clinical supervision sessions.

Education

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

Enrollment in a doctorate program (from accredited or state-approved graduate school)

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.

Free Clinical Supervision Provided!

Free training offered in EMDR, ABFT, CBT & DBT!

Compensation ranges from $29.08- $39.98 per hour depending on education, licensure and experience.

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