THERAPIST (LCSW, MFT, CMHC)

Heritage Schools, Inc.•Provo, UT

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Heritage Community is seeking a Therapist for Spark Academy, its co-ed residential treatment program serving adolescents ages 13–18. Spark Academy specializes in neurodiversity, with a treatment goal of addressing trauma associated with life with high-functioning autism and supporting increased self-regulation and competency. The Therapist will use a trauma-informed approach and contribute innovative, effective treatment to support students’ long-term success. The position serves as primary therapist for an assigned caseload and involves assessment, treatment planning, individual and family therapy, group therapy, crisis intervention, and coordination with treatment teams, parents, guardians, and associated professionals. The Heritage Community is a nonprofit organization based in Provo, Utah, with a 19-acre campus. The organization offers a competitive salary, benefits, training, and supervision opportunities. Full-time and part-time schedules are available, with flexibility to coordinate a schedule while fulfilling caseload responsibilities.

Requirements

Completed master's degree in a mental health field, such as Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Mental Health Counseling.
Completed Utah license, such as LCSW, CSW, CMHC, ACMHC, MFT, or AMFT.
Proficiency and fluency in speaking, understanding, reading, and writing English.
Practiced knowledge and understanding of complex trauma and familiarity with clinical theories and applications for anxiety, high-functioning autism, depression, rigid thinking, bipolar disorder, reactive attachment disorder, substance abuse, adoption, and related concerns.
Management and teaching skills to lead Treatment Team meetings effectively.
Flexibility and adaptability in responding to changing treatment needs.
Good computer skills and ability to learn and use internal technical tools.
A learning mindset and willingness to continually improve and develop.

Nice To Haves

Previous therapy experience with adolescents and families is highly desired.

Responsibilities

Serve as primary therapist for an assigned caseload of up to eight students for a full-time schedule.
Conduct assessments and develop specific treatment plans in collaboration with parents, students, and the treatment team; take ownership of Master Treatment Plans and their goals and objectives.
Provide each student with one hour of individual therapy and one hour of family therapy weekly, and provide crisis intervention as needed.
Plan and conduct group therapy twice weekly.
Lead weekly Treatment Team meetings to coordinate therapeutic needs and goals for each student on the caseload and ensure plans are followed.
Communicate with parents, guardians, and associated professionals in a timely manner about significant events or changes.
Help parents and other family members participate in their child's treatment and care.
Seek and apply effective therapeutic tools through a trauma-informed lens.
Work with students regarding their psychotropic medications.

Benefits

Competitive salary.
Training opportunities.
Paid CEU credits and paid supervision.
Flexible work schedules and flexible time off for self-care.
Personal, engaged supervision, strong camaraderie, and a team network for continual support.
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Health Savings Account option with generous company matching contributions.
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) retirement savings plan after one year of continuous employment, with company matching contributions.
Eight paid holidays per year and a flexible time off plan.
Sundance Mountain Resort corporate passes.
Provo Recreation Center membership discount.