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Headwaters Behavioral Health
Unlicensed Mental Health Therapist
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What they do
A Family or Behavioral Therapist works with clients who need help dealing with emotional disorders or problems with family and relationships. Addresses client problems in the context of family relationships; helps clients develop ways to recognize and change behavior patterns. Works with individuals, couples or families.
$57,656 / year median in Idaho
+26% projected growth
Job Description
Are you looking for a career path that will take your career to the next level and use your passion and dedication to inspire? At Headwaters Behavioral Health, every child and teen deserves access to quality mental health care. As a full-time Mental Health Therapist in our Children's Residential Treatment Facility, you'll provide compassionate, evidence-based care to adolescents facing depression, anxiety, trauma, and behavioral challenges. Whether you're fully licensed or working toward independent licensure, you'll receive valuable mentorship, grow your clinical skills, and make a meaningful impact alongside a dedicated team. If you're passionate about helping youth thrive and want a rewarding career where you can make a difference every day, we'd love to hear from you. Headwaters Behavioral Health Believes That Our Employees Are Our Greatest Asset Get paid more with us! Competitive wages per industry average for similar positions in the area. Be part of a team and company that believes in leading with our values. Professionally develop your skills with in-service training to ensure most up to date practices and state and federal laws. Be recognized and rewarded for your compassion, excellence, and reliability. Perks for Full-Time include Continuing Education Credits, Opportunities for Advancement, 401(k), Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Life insurance, Paid time off, and more! Compensation will be discussed with the hiring manager and is based on licensure, certifications, qualifications, and relevant experience. Relocation assistance and/or work visa sponsorship may be available for qualified candidates. Summary of Responsibilities The Mental Health Therapist plays a vital role at Headwaters Behavioral Health's Children's Residential Treatment Facility, working within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team to support adolescents experiencing significant emotional and behavioral challenges. This position provides trauma-informed therapeutic services to youth ages 12-17, promoting psychiatric stabilization, resilience, and overall well-being. Using strong clinical judgment, the therapist conducts comprehensive assessments, develops and directs individualized treatment plans, and provides individual, group, and family therapy. This role includes ongoing evaluation of treatment effectiveness, crisis intervention, and collaboration with nursing staff, physicians, leadership, and the broader care team to ensure coordinated, high-quality care. Success in this role requires empathy, adaptability, and excellent communication skills. The therapist must consider each adolescent's developmental stage, mental health history, and cultural background to provide compassionate, individualized care. In our state-of-the-art facility, therapists have the opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact in the lives of youth and their families during critical moments of healing and growth. Qualifications Hold a master's or higher degree with an emphasis in psychology, counseling, social work, or related field, required. Comply with accepted professional licensing standards in the state of Idaho. We accept supervised-licensure candidates (LMSW, LPC, LMFT, etc.) working toward independent licensure! One (1) year of post-graduate clinical experience with adolescents in a behavioral health, trauma-informed, or residential setting preferred