Job Description
Program Therapist - Adolescent Residential Treatment / PRTF Full-Time | On-Site | Kinston, NC | Competitive Salary DOE + Full Benefits Make a meaningful impact with adolescents in a structured, clinically focused residential setting. MedQuest Search Solutions, Inc., the nation's leading behavioral health recruiting firm, is partnering confidentially with a growing adolescent psychiatric residential treatment facility in Kinston, North Carolina . This 43-bed PRTF provides trauma-informed, clinically driven care for youth in a structured residential environment and is seeking several Program Therapists to join its expanding clinical team. This is an excellent full-time, opportunity for licensed, associate-level, or license-eligible clinicians who are passionate about working with adolescents and families in residential treatment, acute behavioral health, or psychiatric care. About the Opportunity The Program Therapist will report to the Director of Clinical Services and provide individual, group, and family therapy services for adolescents in a psychiatric residential treatment setting. The facility has a strong clinical culture, a collaborative interdisciplinary team, on-site psychiatric support, and a certified school program that works closely with the clinical department. The organization is growing nationally within behavioral health and offers excellent opportunities for clinical development, training, supervision, and long-term career growth. Schedule This is a full-time, 100% on-site position .
Typical schedules may include:
Monday-Friday, approximately 9:00 AM-5:00 PM or 11:00 AM-7:00 PM There is also a rotating weekend expectation approximately once every seven weeks . Key Responsibilities Provide individual, group, and family therapy services to adolescent residents. Complete psychosocial assessments, treatment planning, progress notes, discharge planning, and related clinical documentation. Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and collaborate closely with psychiatry, nursing, education, residential staff, and leadership. Support residents and families using trauma-informed, strengths-based, and evidence-supported clinical approaches. Help develop and implement individualized treatment goals, behavioral interventions, and therapeutic programming. Provide case management and family communication as needed throughout the resident's course of treatment. Maintain documentation in accordance with facility, regulatory, and clinical standards. Collaborate with residential and educational teams to support a consistent therapeutic environment. Participate in training opportunities and contribute to a culture of clinical growth, teamwork, and shared ideas. Qualifications Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related clinical field required. LCSW-A, LCMHC-A, LCSW, LCMHC, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent licensure preferred, but unlicensed master's-level clinicians may be considered . New graduates may be considered if they completed practicum, internship, or field placement experience in acute psychiatric, residential treatment, behavioral health, youth services, or a similar clinical setting . Experience with adolescents, children, families, trauma, residential treatment, inpatient psychiatric care, or behavioral health is strongly preferred. Knowledge of trauma-informed care is highly preferred. Interest or experience in TF-CBT, DBT, CBT, family therapy, group therapy, crisis intervention, and adolescent behavioral health is a plus. Strong documentation, communication, teamwork, and clinical judgment skills required. Must be comfortable working 100% on-site in Kinston, NC. Why This Opportunity Stands Out This is a mission-driven adolescent behavioral health program with a team that is deeply committed to helping youth and families achieve meaningful progress. The facility has a clinically informed leadership team, including a doctoral-level CEO with advanced clinical training, and on-site psychiatric support. The clinical team works closely with a certified school program and a strong education department, creating a collaborative environment focused on the whole child. The organization supports training and professional development, including opportunities for trauma-focused CBT training. Clinical supervision support is available, and the organization may reimburse approximately $100 per week for outside supervision if you already have your own approved supervisor. This is a growing PRTF with future growth opportunities, including potential outpatient service expansion. The parent organization is a rapidly growing national behavioral health company with opportunities for advancement across multiple programs and locations. Compensation and Benefits Competitive base salary, depending on experience. Full benefits package. Clinical supervision support. Training and professional development opportunities. Growth potential within a rapidly expanding behavioral health organization. Supportive, passionate team environment. Ideal Backgrounds May Include Program Therapist, Residential Therapist, Mental Health Therapist, Behavioral Health Therapist, Clinical Therapist, Psychotherapist, Child and Adolescent Therapist, Family Therapist, Group Therapist, Licensed Therapist, Associate Therapist, LCSW-A, LCMHC-A, LCSW, LCMHC, LPC, LMFT, Social Worker, Counselor, Master's Level Clinician, Inpatient Therapist, Psychiatric Therapist, PRTF Therapist, Residential Treatment Clinician, Youth Counselor, Adolescent Behavioral Health Clinician, Trauma Therapist, Case Manager, Discharge Planner, Acute Psychiatric Therapist, Substance Use Counselor, or School-Based Mental Health Clinician, Program Therapist, Residential Therapist, Mental Health Therapist, Behavioral Health Therapist, Clinical Therapist, Adolescent Therapist, Child and Adolescent Therapist, Family Therapist, Group Therapist, Licensed Therapist, Associate Therapist, LCSW-A, LCMHC-A, LCSW, LCMHC, LPC, LMFT, Social Worker, Counselor, Master's Level Clinician, Inpatient Therapist, Psychiatric Therapist, PRTF Therapist, Residential Treatment Clinician, Youth Counselor, Adolescent Behavioral Health Clinician, Trauma Therapist, Trauma-Informed Care, TF-CBT, DBT, CBT, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Case Manager, Discharge Planner, Acute Psychiatric Therapist, Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility, Residential Treatment Center, RTC, PRTF, Behavioral Health Jobs, Mental Health Jobs, Therapy Jobs, Counseling Jobs, Social Work Jobs, Kinston NC, Greenville NC, Goldsboro NC, New Bern NC, Raleigh NC, Eastern North Carolina. How to Apply If you are passionate about helping adolescents and families in a trauma-informed residential treatment setting, we would like to speak with you. Please apply through Indeed with your resume highlighting your behavioral health, adolescent, residential treatment, psychiatric, counseling, social work, or therapy experience. A recruiter will reach out to qualified candidates to discuss the opportunity confidentially. For confidential consideration, you may also call MedQuest Search Solutions, Inc. at (212) 671-2994 to speak with a recruiter. Not looking for a new position at this time? Please forward this opportunity to colleagues who may be interested. Referrals are critical to helping us connect strong behavioral health professionals with meaningful career opportunities. Open to a new opportunity in behavioral health but interested in another part of the country? MedQuest specializes in recruiting for acute care and behavioral health positions nationwide and has opportunities available across the United States. Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Relocation assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Education:
Master's (Preferred) Experience:
Adolescents:
1 year (Required) trauma informed care: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location:
In person
