Child and Adolescent Therapist, Behavioral Health & Family Therapy
Overview
As a Child & Adolescent Therapist, you own a caseload of clients and their families, delivering outpatient therapy in a collaborative clinic. You join a multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, and fellow therapists, all backed by administrative support. Early-career therapists gain supervised hours toward licensure, while licensed therapists access leadership paths. This role stands out for its commitment to sustainable practice and community impact.
What You'll Do6
- 1Conduct culturally sensitive, strength-based assessments for new clients and families, building trust from the first session.
- 2Provide tailored outpatient individual and family therapy, adapting interventions to each client's unique circumstances.
- 3Develop comprehensive crisis, safety, relapse prevention, and wellness plans, empowering clients toward stable functioning.
- 4Participate in case consultations and discharge planning, contributing clinical insights to enhance care.
- 5Complete billing, documentation, treatment plans, and insurance authorization forms within required timelines.
- 6Collaborate with psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, and dietitians to deliver holistic mental health care.
Requirements10
- 1Possess a Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Counseling, or a related field.
- 2Experience working with children and families.
- 3Hold a provisional license per state regulation if required.
- 4Educational background leading to or resulting in professional licensing.
- 5Passionate about mental health and committed to high-quality care.
- 6Dedicated to ongoing professional development, including free supervision and continuing education.
- 7Eager to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.
- 8Strong commitment to ethical practice and maintaining confidentiality.
- 9Excellent communication skills and ability to build rapport with clients and families.
- 10Ability to manage time effectively and complete documentation and administrative tasks.
Salary Insight
$87 - $98k per year
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