Therapist

Description Overview

We are seeking an independently licensed therapist (LPC, LCSW, LMFT) who wants to do meaningful, structured clinical work with youth in a highly supported residential setting.

This is a role for licensed therapists who are confident in their clinical skills and want to focus on assessment, stabilization, treatment planning, and trauma-informed therapy—without the isolation of private practice or the unpredictability of outpatient-only work. You will play a key role in helping stabilize high-acuity youth and guiding next-step placement and treatment decisions. Please note: At this time, we are unable to accommodate associate-level licenses (LPC Associate, LMFT Associate, or LMSW) for this position.

Responsibilities

As a Licensed Therapist, you will work in our Secure Assessment Facility (SAF) 24/7 operational residential program to provide clinical services for youth ages 5-17.

Including

• Comprehensive clinical assessments and treatment planning Individual, group, and family therapy services Crisis intervention and stabilization support Collaboration with a multidisciplinary treatment team Transition planning, discharge coordination, and aftercare support Case management and coordination with external systems (TDFPS, families, providers)
• The
• Ideal
• Candidate
• Will: Hold an active LPC, LCSW, or LMFT (independent licensure required) Have experience in residential, foster care, or behavioral health settings Hold confidence working with complex trauma, behavioral dysregulation, and conduct-related needs Value teamwork, communication, and consistency in care Can manage documentation, coordination, and clinical decision-making in a fast-paced environment
• Required
• Experience: Master’s degree in behavioral sciences or related field Hold LPC, LMFT, LCSW Licensure Minimum 3 years clinical experience Experience with complex trauma and high-acuity youth strongly preferred
• Why
• Clinicians
• Choose
• This
• Role: This is a highly collaborative clinical environment designed for clinicians who want: A strong interdisciplinary team (not working in isolation) Complex, meaningful clinical cases involving trauma and behavioral needs Structured residential setting Opportunities to use assessment and diagnostic skills at a high level Direct impact on stabilization and permanency outcomes for youth

Why ACH? At ACH, clinicians are supported. You’ll work full-time, Monday - Friday during standard office hours as part of a coordinated treatment team focused on stabilization, healing, and permanency for youth. We also offer competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and a collaborative clinical environment where your work is valued.

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Requirements

Education and Experience: Master’s degree in behavioral sciences or related field Hold LPC, LMFT, LCSW Licensure Minimum 3 years clinical experience