Residential Therapist

About the role

• Job Title: Residential Mental Health Therapist
• Location: Crownsville, Maryland
• Work Environment: Adolescent Residential Treatment Facility

Compensation

$78,000 - $93,500 (Dependent on Licensure / Experience)

About The Role

As a Residential Therapist, you will lead client admissions and discharges, individual, group, and family therapy sessions, helping adolescent clients navigate their mental health and dual-diagnosis challenges. In collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, you will implement evidence-based treatment plans and empower clients to achieve their recovery goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based modalities tailored to each client's needs.
• Develop, implement, and monitor comprehensive treatment plans in collaboration with clients, families, and the clinical team.
• Ensure all clinical documentation is accurate, timely, and compliant with organizational and insurance standards.
• Participate in utilization reviews and discussions on medical necessity with insurance providers as needed.
• Coordinate with families to ensure alignment on treatment goals and progress.
• Actively contribute to program development, performance improvement initiatives, and family programming.
• Foster collaboration within the treatment team to ensure a cohesive and supportive care environment.
• Represent the organization positively in interactions with families, referral sources, and community partners.

Qualifications

• Candidates applying for this position should be aware that an offer for employment in this position is contingent upon passing a comprehensive background check, encompassing criminal records and motor vehicle reports.
• A master's degree in behavioral health science (Clinical Social Work, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related field) is Required
• An active license in the state of CO in good standing is required
• LPC / LPCC / LSW / LCSW / MFTC / LMFT
• An ideal candidate has a minimum of 3 years of experience, including experience with clients from the age of 13 - 30 in a detox, residential, partial hospitalization ("PHP"), and/or intensive outpatient ("IOP) setting
• CPR certification is strongly preferred, or the ability to obtain CPR certification within the first 30 days of employment is required.
• Candidates must demonstrate a proven ability to manage diverse caseloads while maintaining a high standard of care.

The Perks

• At Sandstone Care, we believe that great care starts with our employees.
• That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support you in your personal and professional journey.
• Some of the benefits include:

• A competitive compensation and total rewards package including a meaningful salary, merit-based pay increases, and professional growth opportunities.
• A flexible PTO package that includes accrued PTO, paid holidays, and wellbeing days
• High quality medical, dental, and vision insurance with a variety of package options that meet your needs and majority company paid.
• A robust Employee Assistance Program: Including counseling, legal consultations, financial planning, and wellness coaching.
• A collaborative and supportive community of therapists and team members: Fostering a positive work environment.

What to Expect: Our Interview Process

Here's an overview of what comes next

• Application Review: We'll promptly review your application within a couple business days.
• Discovery Call: Expect a 30-minute discovery call with one of our recruiters.
• Interview with Hiring Manager: You'll have 1 hour interview with the Site Director
• Offer: If all goes well, you'll receive an offer.

Expected Interview Timeline: The entire process typically takes 1-2 weeks.