Psychotherapist - Gentle Guardians Counseling Center

Gentle Guardians Counseling Center is an outpatient mental health practice that provides services to children, parents, and families who seek support in addressing trauma, grief and loss, parental stress, anxiety, depression, and behavioral concerns. We value clinician well-being, professional development, and a work-life balance. The work our clinicians engage in is rewarding and meaningful. Our team cultivates a work culture that is supportive, collaborative, and inclusive.

Our work environment includes:

• Modern office setting
• Work-from-home days
• Paid growth opportunities
• Wellness practices
  
  

Full Job Description

Gentle Guardians Counseling Center is looking for a fully or partially-licensed mental health therapist to join our dedicated, growing private practice. We provide outpatient mental health services to children, parents, and families who seek support in addressing trauma, grief and loss, parental stress, anxiety, depression, and behavioral concerns. This position is part-time, with the intention to build to full-time hours. Compensation is competitive and based on applicant experience and on an hourly, billable rate. We are hoping to hire a passionate, flexible, and collaborative therapist who is organized and can manage their own schedule.

Qualifications Include

• Current State of Utah license
• Experience providing therapy to children, teens, and adults
• Some evening and/or weekend availability
• Attend and support supervision and team meetings
• Strong computer, written, and communication skills
• Critical decision making/problem solving skills
• Knowledge of DSM-5 diagnoses
• Have training in EMDR, TF-CBT, DBT, and/or ACT is a plus
• Must pass a background check upon hiring
• Uphold licensure's Code of Ethics
  
  

Job Responsibilities

• In-person and telehealth sessions for 20-30 hours a week.
• Perform intake evaluations, formulate client diagnoses, and develop treatment plans.
• Provide individual, family, couples, and/or group therapy services.
• Establish positive and trusting relationships w/ clients for an effective therapeutic process.
• Maintain accurate and timely charting of documentation of all clients on caseload.
• Effectively manage time and prioritize tasks.
• Manage crises and safety issues that arise with clients.
• Support professional environment and agency reputation.
• Work well with others as a team player.
  
  

Compensation and Benefits Include

• Competitive pay ($35-$45/hour) with yearly raises
• Discounted health insurance
• Retirement benefits with up to 3% company match
• Monthly self-care bonus ($200/month)
• Paid CEU opportunities ($600/year)
• Paid lunch during team meetings
• Paid case consultation, supervision, and staff meetings
• Flexible schedule with creating desired hours
  
  

Questions to Consider Before Applying

• Why do you want to work for Gentle Guardians Counseling Center?
• This position requires the therapist to live in Utah. Do you currently live in Utah?
• Are you able/willing to see kids ages 4-12, along with teen and adult clients when providing mental health services?
• This position is for the intention of eventually being full-time. Are you open/financially able to go through the natural experience of going from part-time to full-time hours as your caseload grows?

 

Job details

Pay: $35 - $45 an hour

Job type: Full-time (Part-time to start)

Shift and schedule

• 20 – 35 hours per week
• Choose your own hours

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• Child & family counseling: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• license to practice mental health therapy in Utah? (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Bountiful, UT 84010 (Required) 
• Sandy, UT 84094 (Required)

Work Location:

• Hybrid remote in Bountiful, UT 84010
• Hybrid remote in Sandy, UT 84094

 

How To Apply

Visit Website: Join Our Team | Gentle Guardians

Indeed Links:  Hybrid-Remote Bountiful Position or Hybrid-Remote Sandy Position

 

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