Associate Therapist
Job Description
Position Summary:
Under the supervision of the designated Clinical Supervisor, the Associate Therapist, facilitates individual and group sessions with clients, as well as performs various clinical core functions. The Associate Therapist provides milieu management by modeling intervention techniques in mentoring floor staff. This position may coordinate the stage system with the completion of written assignments, reflection, subsequent advancement through the stages and scheduling of earned privileges.
Key Performance Responsibilities:
- Carry a client case load as determined by supervisor.
- Facilitate individual sessions.
- Facilitate clinical and experiential group therapy sessions.
- Participate in completion of clinical core functions which may include, but not limited to, screening, intake, orientation, assessment, treatment planning, intervention, and discharge planning.
- Engage in a treatment team approach by coordinating treatment goals and services in collaboration with the treatment team.
- Coordinate the stage system with the completion of written assignments, reflection, subsequent advancement through the stages and scheduling of earned privileges.
- Adherence with documentation standards, including timely submission and quality record-keeping and reporting.
- Model milieu management techniques utilizing trauma-informed, attachment-based, and relational therapeutic interventions.
- Support the team with crisis prevention, intervention, and management as needed.
- Attend Clinical New Hire Orientation, as well as various trainings, including clinical topics, Newport protocol-specific, and therapeutic modalities, as assigned by supervisor.
- Attend individual, triadic, or group supervision weekly in accordance with state regulations.
- Attend weekly treatment team, and clinical and staff meetings.
- Maintain clear boundaries with residents and staff.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education, Experience, License Requirements:
- Master’s degree in a clinical discipline required.
- Board-registered to accrue hours towards licensure in the State in which services are provided, required.
- Experience working with children, adolescents or young adults in the mental health field preferred.
We are committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation. An individual’s pay rate within the posted range is determined by several factors, including skills, experience, education, and market conditions. Additionally, we consider internal equity to ensure fairness within our organization.
Benefit options include:
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Company paid life insurance
- Paid time off including sick time
- Voluntary Short term and long-term disability
- 401K with company match
- Flexible spending accounts
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Student Loan Repayment
- Commuter Stipend Eligible
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful impact in the lives of others, we want to hear from you! Apply today and become a vital part of our compassionate team.
Newport Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Newport Healthcare provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Newport Healthcare is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process please email [email protected] for assistance.
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Looking for a rewarding career in mental health? At Newport Healthcare, you’ll discover a fulfilling career path and be part of a collaborative team that’s changing lives for the better.
Our network of treatment programs includes residential and outpatient locations nationwide, as well as inpatient hospitalization and clinic services through our PrairieCare division in Minnesota. Every employee at Newport makes an impact in our clients’ healing journeys.
If you're looking to grow professionally in a supportive environment, we invite you to explore opportunities to join our dedicated team. Together, we can make a profound difference in the lives of those we serve!
Education, Experience, License Requirements:
- Master’s degree in a clinical discipline required.
- Board-registered to accrue hours towards licensure in the State in which services are provided, required.
- Experience working with children, adolescents or young adults in the mental health field preferred.
We are committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation. An individual’s pay rate within the posted range is determined by several factors, including skills, experience, education, and market conditions. Additionally, we consider internal equity to ensure fairness within our organization.
Benefit options include:
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Company paid life insurance
- Paid time off including sick time