Licensed Mental Health Therapist

Location: Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch Morrow, AR

Must be willing to relocate to Morrow Arkansas.

Join Our Mission to Transform Lives: Licensed Mental Health Therapist Opportunity

Are you a dedicated and compassionate licensed mental health therapist with a heart for service and a passion for working with youth? Our faith-based residential treatment center is seeking a skilled clinician to join our multidisciplinary team in supporting adolescent boys facing mental health challenges and/or substance use issues. Rooted in Christian values, our program provides a nurturing and structured environment where healing, growth, and transformation are made possible through clinical excellence and spiritual care.

Key Responsibilities of Licensed Mental Health Therapist:

• Provide individual, group, and family therapy to adolescent males with mental health and/or substance use challenges in a residential setting.
• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and regularly evaluate progress toward therapeutic goals.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team—including case managers, medical staff, and direct care staff to ensure whole person, coordinated care.
• Integrate faith-based principles into therapeutic practices in a respectful and supportive manner, aligned with the center’s mission and values.
• Facilitate psychoeducational and therapeutic groups focused on topics such as emotional regulation, trauma recovery, substance use prevention, and healthy relationships.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with licensing and accreditation standards.
• Participate in staff meetings, case reviews, and ongoing professional development activities.
• Provide crisis intervention and support as needed, including participation in on-call rotation if applicable.
• Engage with families and guardians to support reunification, healing, and long-term recovery.
• Uphold ethical standards and confidentiality in accordance with professional licensure and organizational policies.
• Provide clinical services to meet client needs according to professional standards of Behavioral Health and Substance Abuse Treatment programs.

Qualifications for Licensed Mental Health Therapist:

• Must hold a current and valid license as a Mental Health Counselor (e.g., LPC, LAC, LMSW, LCSW, LMFT, or equivalent) able to practice in Arkansas.
• Master’s degree or higher in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field.
• Clinical experience working with adolescents, preferably in a residential, inpatient, or substance use treatment setting.
• Commitment to integrating Christian values into therapeutic work and supporting the spiritual development of clients in a respectful and supportive manner.
• Strong foundation in evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care, and motivational interviewing.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills; ability to engage effectively with youth, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Sensitivity to diverse backgrounds and the ability to provide culturally responsive care.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire); additional training in substance use treatment or trauma-informed care is a plus.
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) and basic computer applications.

Benefits for Licensed Mental Health Therapist:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching.
• Generous PTO, including vacation and sick leave.
• Ongoing training opportunities, CEU support, State licensure renewal paid, and clinical supervision (if applicable).
• Faith-based team dedicated to transforming the lives of young men through clinical care and support.

Job Type: Full-time

Base Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Master's (Required)

License/Certification:

• Counseling License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Morrow, AR 72749 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $70,000