Primary Therapist I- Adolescent Residential Care
About The Position
Mission Prep, part of AMFM Healthcare, is seeking a Primary Therapist for its adolescent residential treatment program in Waterford, Virginia. The therapist manages a caseload of 6–8 adolescent clients and their families, providing individualized, client-centered care for adolescents with a range of acute mental health diagnoses. The role supports clients and families in understanding their needs and achieving treatment goals. The Primary Therapist provides individual and group therapy, case management, clinical evaluations, assessments, diagnoses, treatment planning, referrals, and crisis counseling. The therapist collaborates with the utilization review team on insurance authorization reviews, maintains accurate electronic health records, and participates in meetings and training. Services are provided in person at the residential facility and must comply with organizational policies, applicable standards, ethical practices, and legal requirements. Mission Prep is an adolescent-focused program within AMFM Healthcare. Its approach combines established therapeutic methods and innovative interventions, and emphasizes supporting the whole family system and promoting sustainable change. This is a full-time, salaried position scheduled Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Requirements
- Credential as a Resident in Counseling, Supervisee in Social Work, Licensed Masters Social Worker, or fully independently licensed clinician.
- Active/current registration with the Virginia Department of Health Professions.
- Master’s degree in a relevant field, such as Psychology, Social Work, or Marriage and Family Therapy.
- Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems.
- Strong knowledge of HIPAA regulations and commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with EMDR.
- Experience working with adolescents in a clinical setting.
Responsibilities
- Conduct clinical evaluations, biopsychosocial assessments, client diagnoses, and interpretive summaries.
- Develop and implement person-centered treatment plans and case management strategies, and provide referrals as needed.
- Provide therapeutic interventions, including crisis counseling, for individuals, groups, and families.
- Facilitate individual psychotherapy sessions and group therapy.
- Provide services in accordance with organizational policies and mental health and substance abuse standards.
- Assess individual and family systems and identify areas requiring continued support and resources.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date electronic health records documenting treatment progress.
- Collaborate with the utilization review team on pre-certification and concurrent reviews for insurance authorization.
- Attend staff meetings, training, and other activities supporting the efficient functioning of clinical operations.
- Adhere to organizational standards, ethical practices, legal requirements, and professional standards.
Benefits
- Medical insurance through Anthem.
- Dental insurance through Anthem.
- Vision insurance through Anthem.
- FSA/HSA accounts.
- Life and AD&D insurance through Anthem, 100% employer-paid.
- 401(k) plan with employer match.
- Paid time off (PTO) and a Self Care Day.
- Educational Assistance Reimbursement Program.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Health and Wellness Membership benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
