Primary Therapist

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!

• 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 (AMFT, APCC, ACSW, LAPC) or Psychologic Associate in the state in which services are provided required. Licensed 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 $67,200- $92,400 per year depending on education, licensure and experience. Non-licensed therapist compensation ranges from $32.30- $44.42 an hour.