Primary Therapist - Escondido Kids

ROWI Teen & Parent Wellness Centers•Escondido, CA

8d•$31 - $35

About The Position

The Primary Therapist provides clinical care to children and adolescents, monitors client safety, and delivers therapy consistent with each client’s designated level of care. The role maintains clinical documentation in accordance with ROWI and Joint Commission standards, communicates important safety and progress information to the interdisciplinary team, and coordinates with referral sources and outpatient professionals after admission. The therapist also supports discharge planning and facilitates group therapy, including alumni and multi-family groups. The position requires a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work from an accredited institution. Candidates must be licensed or eligible as an MFT, Clinical Psychologist, or Social Worker; unlicensed clinicians receive supervision. A valid driver’s license, eligibility to be insured on agency vehicles, current First Aid and CPR certifications, and a satisfactory criminal background check are also required. The therapist is expected to contribute to team meetings, maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries, and foster a positive, caring, nurturing, and supportive environment for clients and staff. This is a full-time position paying $31.00–$35.00 per hour, with rates listed by client-count tiers. Benefits include retirement plans and professional development support.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work from an accredited institution.
Licensed or eligible for licensure as an MFT, Clinical Psychologist, or Social Worker; unlicensed clinicians will receive supervision.
At least 1 year of experience in the mental health field.
Comfort with basic computer operations.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and professional boundaries.
Valid driver’s license and eligibility for insurance on agency vehicles.
Current First Aid and CPR certifications.
Satisfactory criminal background check.
Licensed Psychologist Credentials (listed as required).

Nice To Haves

One year of experience working with adolescents.

Responsibilities

Continuously monitor client safety and develop effective safety plans.
Maintain clinical documentation in compliance with ROWI and Joint Commission standards.
Communicate essential safety and progress information to the interdisciplinary team.
Deliver therapy sessions that comply with each client’s designated level of care.
Contact referral sources and outpatient professionals promptly after admission and provide necessary updates.
Collaborate on discharge planning.
Facilitate group therapy, including alumni and multi-family groups.
Contribute actively to team meetings.
Maintain a positive, caring, professional demeanor in all interactions.
Serve as a role model for clients and staff and foster a nurturing, supportive environment.