Primary Therapist - Folsom

ROWI Teen & Parent Wellness Centers•Folsom, CA

12h•$31 - $35

About The Position

The Primary Therapist provides therapeutic care to clients at the designated level of care, monitors client safety, and develops effective safety plans. The role maintains clinical documentation in accordance with ROWI and Joint Commission standards and communicates relevant safety and progress information to the interdisciplinary team. The therapist engages promptly with referral sources and outpatient professionals following admission, collaborates on discharge planning, and facilitates group therapy, including alumni and multi-family groups. The role also contributes to team meetings and serves as a positive, caring, professional role model for clients and staff, helping foster a nurturing and supportive environment. The position requires a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work from an accredited institution, and licensure or eligibility as an MFT, Clinical Psychologist, or Social Worker. Unlicensed clinicians receive supervision. Candidates must have at least one year of experience in the mental health field, basic computer skills, professional boundaries, and the ability to maintain confidentiality. A valid driver’s license, eligibility to drive agency vehicles, current First Aid and CPR certifications, and a satisfactory criminal background check are also required. The position is full-time and pays $31–$35 per hour, with the rate tied to clinical hours toward licensure.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work from an accredited institution.
Licensed or eligible as an MFT, Clinical Psychologist, or Social Worker; unlicensed clinicians receive supervision.
At least one 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 coverage 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 in accordance 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 sessions, including alumni and multi-family groups.
Participate actively in team meetings.
Maintain a positive, caring, and professional demeanor in interactions.
Serve as a role model for clients and staff and foster a nurturing, supportive environment.