Mental Health Therapist - Weekends

Overview Schedule & Responsibilities

• Saturdays and
• Sundays
• Facilitate on-site group therapy sessions from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Provide on-call support throughout the weekend Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of teenage girls facing complex emotional and behavioral challenges? Do you have a background in psychology, behavioral science, social work, or a related field? If so, New Haven Residential Treatment Center in Spanish Fork, Utah, invites you to explore a unique opportunity to lead with purpose. As a Clinical Therapist you will lead therapeutic efforts for adolescent girls ages 12–17, providing clinical guidance, supporting staff development, and engaging families in a healing process that addresses trauma, emotional regulation, and relational challenges in a nurturing, home-like environment. This role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact within a mission-driven team dedicated to transformative, family-centered care.

Responsibilities

Individual Sessions: Conduct individual therapeutic sessions with students to address and explore their unique needs, challenges, and emotional well-being. Family Sessions: Facilitate family therapy sessions involving students and their parents to foster open communication, resolve family dynamics, and promote healing. Group Therapy Leadership: Lead specialized group therapy sessions, fostering a supportive and collaborative environment among students, encouraging personal growth and interpersonal skills. Interdisciplinary Treatment Planning: Participate in weekly interdisciplinary treatment planning meetings, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to develop comprehensive and individualized treatment plans for students. Clinical Meetings and Supervision: Engage in regular clinical meetings and supervision sessions, contributing to ongoing professional development, sharing insights, and receiving guidance. Documentation and Charting: Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of therapeutic sessions and student progress, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Family Weekend Involvement: Actively participate in family weekends, offering therapeutic support to families, and contributing to the overall healing process. Camping Trips: Organize and lead two-day camping trips twice a year, providing opportunities for experiential learning, building relationships within families, and creating memorable therapeutic experiences.

Qualifications

Education Required: Master’s degree in a behavioral science field such as Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Licensure Preferred: Fully licensed (LCSW, LMFT, LCMHC); associate licensure (CSW, AMFT, ACMHC) also accepted. Therapeutic Passion: Committed to client growth through collaborative, team-based care. Clinical Experience: Preferred two years of therapy experience, including individual, family, and group sessions. Residential Expertise: One year of experience in a residential setting using relational and experiential modalities is a plus. Professional Readiness: Skilled in treatment planning and adjustment; must pass a state background check. Credentialing Preparedness: Must have or be willing to create a CAQH profile and obtain an NPI number.