Mental Health Therapist

Embark Behavioral Health • Washington, UT

13d • $75,000 - $85,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Are you a purpose-driven clinician passionate about guiding adolescents through meaningful transformation? Sunrise Residential Treatment Center is seeking a compassionate, skilled Mental Health Therapist to join our dynamic, trauma-informed team.
At Sunrise, we blend clinical excellence with heart. Set against the serene backdrop of southern Utah, our campus offers a safe, home-like environment where girls and boys ages 12–17 can heal, grow, and thrive. We specialize in relational, experiential, and evidence-based care that addresses trauma, emotional regulation, and family systems.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, or a related behavioral health field.
• Active Utah licensure or eligibility for one of the following: Associate/Provisional Licenses: CSW, AMFT, ACMHC Fully Licensed Clinicians: LCSW, LMFT, LCMHC
• Master’s degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, or a related behavioral science field.
• Licensure: Preferred—fully licensed (LCSW, LMFT, LCMHC); accepted—associate licensure (CSW, AMFT, ACMHC).
• Therapeutic Expertise: Passion for facilitating growth through individual, family, and group therapy using a collaborative, team-based approach.
• Treatment Planning: Skilled in developing, implementing, and adjusting treatment plans tailored to client needs.
• Credentialing Ready: Must have or be willing to establish a CAQH profile and obtain an NPI number.
• Compliance: Must pass a state background check and adhere to clinical and ethical standards.

Nice To Haves

• 1+ year of experience in an IOP, PHP, IP, Residential treatment setting, or similar higher level of care.
• Background using relational, experiential, systemic, or trauma‑informed models (e.g., DBT, CBT, ACT, family systems therapy).
• A passion for working with adolescents, young adults, and families navigating emotional and behavioral challenges.
• Willingness to obtain a CAQH profile and NPI during onboarding.
• Clinical Experience: Preferred—2+ years of therapy experience and 1+ year in a residential setting using relational and experiential modalities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a small, intentional caseload (6 clients) to ensure deeply personalized, high-quality clinical care with a strong emphasis on family engagement and parent coaching.
• Facilitate Individual, Family, and Group Therapy using trauma‑informed, evidence‑based, and systemic modalities to drive meaningful and lasting change.
• Create comprehensive discharge plans and review them collaboratively with youth and their families to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain clinical compliance with timely, accurate documentation and adherence to MTP (Master Treatment Plan) standards.
• Deliver a client‑centered, culturally competent therapeutic experience, tailoring interventions to the unique needs of each adolescent and family system.
• Evidence-Based Practice: Apply proven modalities like DBT, TF-CBT, ACT, Smart Recovery, and Seeking Safety to support client progress.
• Collaborative Approach: Partner with a multidisciplinary team—including psychiatrists and physicians—for holistic treatment.

Benefits

• Access to an established Mastery Program that offers professional and financial opportunities for professional growth.
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Multiple plan options including PPO and HDHPs with HSA eligibility and company contributions.
• Paid Parental Leave – Up to 6 weeks fully paid for exempt employees and 4 weeks for non-exempt.
• Life & Disability Coverage – Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability; voluntary life and optional short-term disability available.
• 401(k) with Company Match – Retirement savings with matching contributions after eligibility period.
• PTO & Holidays – Competitive PTO accrual plans and paid holidays throughout the year.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for life’s challenges.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees