Individual Therapist

The Individual Therapist is responsible for conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, facilitating therapy sessions, and providing clinical support within their assigned program.

1. Therapy Facilitation:

   • Conduct individual and group therapy sessions for young adults and adolescents based on Newport Healthcare's clinical model.

2. Assessment and Planning:

   • Perform risk assessments and create initial safety plans upon client admission.
   • Complete a comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment and develop a treatment plan within specified timelines.

3. Collaboration:

   • Work with the client's treatment team to coordinate treatment goals and services, including regular reviews and updates of the treatment plan every 30 days.
   • Provide progress updates to parents in collaboration with the family therapist.

4. Crisis Management:

   • Conduct risk or crisis assessments and implement crisis intervention strategies as necessary.

5. Documentation:

   • Maintain timely and accurate documentation, including assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, group notes, and discharge summaries, adhering to established standards.

6. Team Participation:

   • Attend weekly treatment team meetings, staff meetings, and clinical supervision sessions.

7. Representation and Training:

   • Participate in meetings, training sessions, and conferences, representing Newport Healthcare as required.

• Relevant degree in psychology, social work, or counseling.
• Licensure or certification as required by state regulations.
• Experience working with adolescents and young adults in a therapeutic setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

• The role may require flexibility in hours to accommodate client needs.
• Continued professional development and training may be encouraged or required.

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