Residential Therapist - Qualified Treatment Program

Four Oaks Family & Children Services•Independence, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Four Oaks is seeking a Residential Therapist to join its Qualified Residential Treatment Program (QRTP) team at the Independence Campus in Independence, Iowa. The role supports youth and families by addressing emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs and helping young people develop coping skills and build brighter futures. The therapist works with youth from admission through discharge and contributes to a safe, supportive therapeutic environment. Four Oaks offers supervision toward full advanced licensure, regular guidance, clinical consultation, additional training, and professional development and career advancement opportunities. The role is described as full-time or part-time, first shift, with no travel required. Salary is undisclosed.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or Marriage and Family Therapy.
Eligible license: LMSW, LISW, LMHC, tLMHC, LMFT, or tLMFT.

Responsibilities

Provide individual, family, and group therapy to support youth’s emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs.
Complete clinical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
Collaborate with case professionals and treatment teams, providing clinical guidance from admission through discharge.
Identify therapeutic needs and coordinate appropriate referrals and additional resources.
Create a safe, supportive therapeutic environment where youth feel heard, valued, and empowered.
Participate in professional development, clinical consultations, and additional training opportunities.