Primary Therapist (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, APC, LMSW, License-Eligible)

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus | Adolescent Residential Treatment

St. Marys Wellness Center – St. Marys, GA

Full-Time

Salary

Associate-Level & License-Eligible Clinicians: $55,000–$60,000 annually

Fully Licensed Clinicians (LPC, LCSW, LMFT): $65,000–$70,000 annually

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus
Receive $2,500 after 90 days and the remaining $2,500 after 6 months of successful employment.

Clinical Supervision Available for eligible associate-level clinicians pursuing independent licensure.

Make a Difference in the Lives of Adolescents

St. Marys Wellness Center is seeking a compassionate, motivated, and clinically skilled Primary Therapist to join our growing adolescent residential treatment program.

This is an excellent opportunity for both experienced licensed clinicians and Master's-level therapists working toward independent licensure who want to build advanced clinical skills while making a lasting impact on the lives of adolescents and their families.

Our residential program serves youth ages 11–17 experiencing significant mental health and behavioral health challenges in a structured, supportive, trauma-informed environment.

What You'll Do

As a Primary Therapist, you'll serve as the lead clinician for a caseload of adolescents receiving residential treatment.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide individual, group, and family therapy
• Complete psychosocial assessments and clinical evaluations
• Develop and update individualized treatment plans
• Conduct crisis intervention and risk assessments
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation
• Facilitate psychoeducational and therapeutic groups
• Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, nurses, Behavioral Health Technicians, medical providers, and leadership
• Communicate regularly with parents, guardians, and outside providers
• Support a safe, structured, therapeutic residential milieu
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical programming
• Assist with discharge planning and continuity of care

Clinical Populations

Our clinicians work with adolescents experiencing:

• Depression
• Anxiety Disorders
• Trauma & PTSD
• Mood Disorders
• Emotional Dysregulation
• Self-Harm Behaviors
• Suicidal Ideation
• Substance Use Disorders
• Behavioral Challenges
• Family Conflict

Ideal Candidate

We're looking for clinicians who are passionate about:

• Adolescent Mental Health
• Trauma-Informed Care
• Crisis Stabilization
• Residential Treatment
• Family Therapy
• Evidence-Based Treatment
• Collaborative Teamwork
• Helping adolescents build healthy, lasting recovery

Qualifications

Education

Master's Degree in:

• Social Work (MSW)
• Clinical Mental Health Counseling
• Marriage & Family Therapy
• Psychology
• Behavioral Health or closely related field

Licensure

We welcome applications from:

Fully Licensed

• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT)

Associate-Level / License Eligible

• Associate Professional Counselor (APC)
• Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
• Associate Marriage & Family Therapist (AMFT)
• Master's-level clinicians actively pursuing independent licensure

Clinical supervision is available for eligible clinicians.

Preferred Experience

Experience in one or more of the following:

• Residential Treatment
• Behavioral Health
• Mental Health
• Inpatient Psychiatry
• Substance Use Treatment
• Adolescent Therapy
• Family Therapy
• Crisis Intervention

Experience with the following treatment models is highly valued:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
• Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Trauma-Informed Care
• Family Systems Therapy

CPI and CPR certification preferred (training provided if needed).

Benefits

We believe in taking care of the people who care for our clients.

Benefits include:

• $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Competitive salary based on experience and licensure
• Clinical supervision for eligible associate-level clinicians
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free CPI Certification
• Free CPR Certification
• Professional development opportunities
• Career advancement within a growing behavioral health organization

Why Join St. Marys Wellness Center?

Our therapists are supported by experienced clinical leaders who value collaboration, autonomy, and professional growth.

You'll gain valuable experience working with:

• Trauma
• Crisis Stabilization
• Family Systems
• Adolescent Mental Health
• Residential Behavioral Healthcare
• Multidisciplinary Treatment Teams

Whether you're beginning your clinical career or bringing years of experience, you'll find an environment that encourages learning, teamwork, and meaningful impact.

If you're passionate about helping adolescents overcome mental health challenges and build brighter futures, we'd love to meet you.

Apply today and become part of a team changing lives—one family at a time.