Primary Therapist (Licensed or Non-Licensed)

Newport Academy; Snohomish (WA); On-site; USD 70,251 - 101,093; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free supervision

EMDR/ABFT/CBT/DBT training

Job summary

Newport Healthcare in Snohomish, WA is seeking a Primary Therapist to join our young adult men’s residential program. You will provide individual, family, and group therapy, conduct risk assessments, and develop safety plans.

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure treatment goals and progress, while coordinating family involvement and orientations. Responsibilities include documentation, crisis intervention, and active participation in weekly meetings and supervision.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work or related field.
• Board registered (LMHCA, LICSW, AMFT) or Psych Associate in the state of practice.
• Experience with individual, family, and/or group therapy with young adults.
• Experience with mental health, substance use, eating disorders, or trauma-informed care.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy within a residential program.
• Facilitate risk assessments and develop safety plans at admission.
• Maintain and document comprehensive clinical records and treatment plans.
• Collaborate with the treatment team to monitor goals and progress.
• Coordinate family liaison activities and family orientations.
• Lead crisis interventions and manage acute situations as needed.
• Attend weekly treatment team meetings and supervision sessions.
• Represent Newport Healthcare at professional meetings and trainings.

Skills

Therapy (individual/family/group)

Crisis intervention

Risk assessment

Documentation

Education

Master’s Degree in counseling/psychology/social work

Board registered (LMHCA, LICSW, AMFT) or Psych Associate

Job description

What You’ll Do

At Newport Healthcare, we are dedicated to transforming lives through integrative and holistic mental health treatment. We are currently seeking a passionate and skilled Primary Therapist to join our team at our young adult men’s residential program in Snohomish, WA!

Role Overview:

As a Primary Therapist, you will play a crucial role within our clinical team, providing meaningful therapy that makes a real difference in the lives of our clients. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Therapeutic Facilitation: Facilitate individual, family, and group therapy sessions using Newport Healthcare’s unique clinical model and the principles of Attachment-Based Family Therapy.
• Family Liaison: Act as the primary clinical contact for families, ensuring clear and proactive communication throughout the treatment process to enhance family involvement and support.
• Family Orientation Coordination: Lead Family Orientations, Welcome Presentations, and Family Support Groups to create a structured and supportive environment for families navigating the treatment process.
• Comprehensive Assessment: Perform risk assessments and develop safety plans upon admission, followed by thorough biopsychosocial assessments and treatment plans, ensuring timely and accurate documentation.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work collaboratively with the treatment team to establish and monitor treatment goals, participating in regular 30-day treatment plan reviews to ensure alignment and progress.
• Documentation Management: Maintain precise and up-to-date clinical records, including assessments, progress notes, and discharge summaries, in accordance with organizational standards.
• Crisis Intervention: Conduct risk or crisis assessments and implement appropriate interventions to manage acute situations effectively.
• Team Engagement: Participate in weekly treatment team meetings, staff gatherings, and clinical supervision to promote a collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Organizational Representation: Represent Newport Healthcare at professional meetings, trainings, and conferences, advocating for our mission and clinical practices within the broader community.

If you are dedicated to advancing mental health treatment and are looking to join a committed team, we encourage you to apply!

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 (LMHCA, LICSWA, AMFT) or Psychologic Associate in the state in which services are provided required. Licensed Highly Preferred.
• 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.

Free Clinical Supervision Provided!

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

Compensation for a licensed therapist ranges from $70,251-$101,093 per year depending on education, licensure and experience. Non-licensed therapist compensation ranges from $33.77-$48.60 an hour.