Youth Therapist - Residential

Woods Services; Lumberton Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Some remote work opportunities

Supervision for licensure provided

CEUs paid for and training days included

3.2 weeks PTO in first year

Annual Retention Bonus

Job summary

Woods Services in Lumberton Township, NJ is seeking a full-time clinical treatment provider within their Community Treatment Solutions program. This role involves creating and managing a safe residential treatment environment, providing therapy, and coordinating treatment plans for at-risk youth. Candidates must have a Master’s Degree in Social Work or a related field and the relevant licenses. The position offers a salary ranging from $65,000 to $75,000 annually, along with benefits like PTO and a retention bonus.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, or closely related field.
• Possess appropriate licenses and certifications such as LSW, LCSW, LPC or LAC.
• Participate in twelve hours of training yearly.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage a safe residential treatment environment.
• Provide individual, family, and group therapy as per treatment plans.
• Manage a caseload of 12 cases.

Skills

Trauma-Informed Care

Counseling

Program Development

Quality Improvement

Collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

Overview

Join our team and be a part of something extraordinary as part of our Community Treatment Solutions program.

Community Treatment Solutions (CTS) program

CTS specializes in working with youth who are at risk for out of community placement. These youth have had multiple failures in other settings or may be ready to be reintegrated into the community from residential programs. Our work with this population is strengths‑based and provides multi‑disciplinary and multidimensional individualized interventions for youth who present with complex issues. CTS is an expert in implementing state of the art and flexible interventions that involve traditional and nontraditional resources and stakeholders in the youth’s welfare.

Benefits

• Some remote work opportunities
• Supervision for licensure provided
• CEUs provided and paid for; paid training days included
• 3.2 weeks PTO in first year / 4 Floating Holidays / 9 Agency Holidays
• Annual Retention Bonus

Salary: Starting at $65000 - $75000 / annually - depending upon education / experience / licensure

Hours

This is a 40-hour full-time benefitted position

Monday - Friday 10am-6pm, no weekends, no on‑call!

Job Summary

Create and manage a safe and positive residential treatment environment. Ensure the therapeutic setting is positive, strengths‑based, and developmentally appropriate, aligned with Legacy Treatment Services' values and treatment philosophy. Meet all administrative, legal, and program requirements set by operating contracts and regulatory bodies (e.g., OOL, DCP&P, COA). Oversee and coordinate all aspects of a resident’s clinical treatment, including providing individual, family, and group therapy as part of the treatment plan in collaboration with the treatment team.

Responsibilities

• Training and Program Development
  • Complete TF-CBT (Trauma‑Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) training.
  • Help develop and implement trauma‑specific training and trauma‑informed programs, including parent education and staff training.
• Quality Improvement and Compliance
  • Engage in Quality Improvement (QI) activities, such as surveys, incident reviews, and program evaluations.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Treatment Planning and Coordination
  • Collaborate with staff, medical professionals, and schools to create and update individual treatment plans for youths, including an aftercare program.
  • Serve as the main contact for community resources involved with each youth.
• Counseling and Therapy
  • Provide individual counseling to each youth weekly.
  • Offer family and group therapy as needed.
  • Lead treatment team meetings and maintain regular family contact.
• Case Management
  • Manage a caseload of 12 cases and provide coverage for co‑workers when necessary.
  • Facilitate residential staff involvement in intake and admissions.
• Professional Development
  • Complete annual Relias trainings and attend necessary supervision for clinical licensure.
  • Maintain all required clinical documentation and attend clinical meetings.
• Other
  • Cooperate with Office of Licensing and any other Department of Children and Families staff in any inspection or investigation.
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, or other closely related field.
• Possess the appropriate licenses and certifications, e.g. LSW, LCSW, LPC or LAC
• Participate in a minimum of twelve hours of training per year and assist in the training of Legacy Staff.

About Legacy Treatment Services

Legacy Treatment Services is a vibrant non‑profit behavioral health organization that utilizes cutting‑edge technology and evidence‑based practice in treatment and clinical care. Our programs provide a complement of services for most ages and needs. This continuum is designed to meet the complex needs of each individual and creates a continuum of services that are able to meet the needs of children, adults and families through a continuum of services utilizing an integrated care model. We are dedicated to seeking new innovative solutions that help us provide needed services more efficiently while maintaining stable, sustainable growth.

Legacy Treatment Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.