About Us:
Empower Youth Therapy is a growing mental health practice dedicated to supporting children teens and young adults and their families through compassionate, evidence-based care. We specialize in helping adolescents and young adults navigate challenges related to anxiety, depression, trauma, school stress, and family relationships. Our mission is to provide a safe space where teens and young adults can feel heard, understood, and empowered to thrive.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Teen Mental Health Therapist to join our team. The ideal candidate is passionate about working with adolescents, has strong clinical skills, and thrives in a collaborative environment. This role involves providing individual, group, and family therapy to teens and their caregivers, conducting assessments, creating treatment plans, and maintaining high-quality clinical documentation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide individual therapy to adolescents and young adults ages 12–26, and as needed, family or parent sessions.
- Facilitate therapy groups focused on teen mental health topics (anxiety, depression, self-esteem, coping skills, etc.).
- Conduct intake assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and monitor client progress.
- Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
- Collaborate with school staff, healthcare providers, and community organizations as appropriate to support client care.
- Participate in clinical supervision (if pre-licensed) and team case consultations.
- Stay current with best practices and evidence-based interventions for adolescent mental health.
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or Marriage and Family Therapy from an accredited program.
- Active California license (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC) or registration as an Associate (ASW, AMFT, APCC) in good standing.
- Experience working with adolescents and their families in a therapeutic setting.
- Strong knowledge of adolescent development, trauma-informed care, and culturally responsive practices.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently while being a supportive member of a team.
Preferred Skills:
- Training in CBT, DBT, EMDR, or other evidence-based modalities.
- Experience facilitating therapy groups for teens.
- Familiarity with school systems and collaboration with educators.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive hourly/session pay rate.
- Flexible scheduling options.
- Access to clinical supervision (if applicable).
- Supportive, collaborative work environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and three professional references to [email protected] with the subject line: Teen Mental Health Therapist Application – [Your Name].
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $35.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person
