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Northern California
Job Type:
Full-timeDescription
At Muir Wood, the Primary Therapist is at the heart of the healing journey for adolescents and their families. This role is more than providing therapy—it’s about building trust, creating structure, and guiding young people through some of the most challenging moments of their lives with compassion, clinical excellence, and unwavering presence. As a Primary Therapist, you’ll be responsible for delivering high-quality, trauma-informed clinical care within our nationally accredited residential treatment program for teens ages 12–17. You’ll carry a manageable caseload and provide individual, family, and group therapy grounded in evidence-based modalities. You’ll collaborate with a tight-knit team of clinicians, care coordinators, and support care staff to ensure every client’s treatment is tailored, integrated, and responsive to their evolving needs.
This role is ideal for clinicians who are energized by working with high-acuity adolescent populations, committed to clinical excellence, and driven to make a meaningful difference. Whether licensed or working toward licensure, you’ll be supported by experienced clinical leaders, regular supervision, and a mission-focused culture that values growth, innovation, and teamwork.
This position is full-time, onsite and one day out of the weekends is included, Tuesday – Saturday or Sunday – Thursday.
Why Sonoma County? Sonoma County offers an exceptional quality of life for healthcare professionals and their families. With its breathtaking natural landscapes, top-rated schools, and welcoming communities, it’s an ideal place to live, work, and raise a family. The region is known for its outdoor lifestyle, from redwood hikes and coastal trails to bike paths and community parks. As part of Northern California’s renowned wine country, Sonoma also boasts a thriving local food scene, abundant farmers markets, and a strong culture of wellness and sustainability. Whether you’re seeking professional fulfillment or a peaceful place to recharge, Sonoma County offers a uniquely rewarding environment to call home.
Requirements
Responsibilities:
Assessment & Treatment Planning
- Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial and risk assessments at admission
- Develop individualized treatment plans and clinical strategies in collaboration with the treatment team
- Monitor treatment progress using clinical tools and adjust interventions as needed
- Complete thorough, timely clinical documentation that supports treatment planning and meets regulatory, ethical, and accreditation standards
Therapeutic Services
- Provide weekly individual and family therapy for assigned caseload; maximum caseload is six
- Facilitate process, psychoeducational, experiential, and skills-based group therapy sessions
- Deliver trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and developmentally appropriate care
- Provide rotating on-call coverage and respond to clinical emergencies or crises as needed, offering timely support and consultation to clients and staff
Team Collaboration
- Participate in daily flash meetings and weekly treatment team meetings
- Assist in training efforts through individual coaching and group learning opportunities to help strengthen clinical and milieu effectiveness
- Contribute to a positive, structured therapeutic milieu and team culture
Qualifications
- Minimum two years of direct clinical experience with high acuity, co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders
- Preferred experience working with adolescents in residential or inpatient behavioral health settings; strong candidates with adult high-acuity or residential experience will also be considered
- Proficiency in trauma-informed care and evidence-based modalities such as DBT, CBT/REBT, ACT, and Relapse Prevention
- Strong knowledge of legal and ethical standards in behavioral health, including mandated reporting and professional boundaries
- Ability to work a schedule that includes one weekend day (Sunday–Thursday or Tuesday–Saturday), based on program needs
- Willing and able to accept temporary reassignment to other local Muir Wood facilities to support clinical coverage
Education/Licenses/Certifications:
- Licensed clinician preferred (PhD, PsyD, LCSW, LMFT, LPCC)
- Pre-licensed candidates considered (Registered Psychological Associate, AMFT, ACSW, APCC), depending on experience, supervision needs, and time to licensure
Compensation:
- Pre-licensed – $80,000 to $95,000
- Licensed – $100,000 to $135,000
Benefits:
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401k + Match
- PTO/Sick Pay
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Clinical supervision hours towards licensure*
- Pay increase upon full licensure*
- Employee Discount Marketplace
- Company-provided mobile phone and laptop
Attention: All staff positions require an extensive LiveScan background check as a part of the hiring process. Pre-Employment Background Checks Include Licensing, Criminal and Motor Vehicle Reports, etc.
Muir Wood Adolescent & Family Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type relating to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Job Type:
Full-timeDescription
Muir Wood is a leading provider of residential behavioral health treatment for adolescents ages 12–17. We operate 17 Joint Commission-accredited programs across California, including locations in Sonoma County, Clovis, and Riverside. Our programs specialize in treating mental health and substance use disorders, offering a safe, structured, and compassionate environment that supports long-term healing for teens and their families. Each campus integrates individualized therapy, family systems work, and accredited education, all grounded in clinical excellence and a deep commitment to whole-family recovery.
As a Care Coordinator, you’ll play a vital role in supporting teens on their path to healing. In this role, you’ll provide guidance, encouragement, and accountability while fostering a safe and supportive environment. Whether you’re supporting a teen in emotional crisis, helping them navigate their daily routines, or ensuring their safety during transitions, every task you take on is an opportunity to make a profound difference. Your attention to detail and compassionate care will help teens rediscover their potential and give families the hope they thought was lost. We have multiple positions and locations in Petaluma. This is a full-time, onsite position. Different shifts available. Evening and weekend availability is desirable.
Requirements
Responsibilities:
- Be a steady guide: Facilitate and supervise daily routines, including meals, therapeutic activities, and life skills, fostering stability and growth.
- Provide a safe haven: Ensure client safety through regular checks, behavioral monitoring, and timely intervention during moments of crisis. Supervise teens requiring one-on-one attention due to risks such as emotional distress or eating disorders.
- Support healing through connection: Offer compassionate, one-on-one support to teens experiencing emotional challenges, creating a secure environment for them to process and grow.
- Document progress and insights: Maintain accurate records of client activities and progress, ensuring compliance with regulations and contributing valuable insights to the treatment team.
- Be a bridge to new opportunities: Transport clients safely to appointments, activities, and milestones, helping them access the resources they need to thrive. Conduct vehicle inspections to ensure transportation safety.
- Foster independence: Support clients with self-administering medication, ensuring compliance with physician orders and promoting responsibility.
- Welcome every teen with care: Assist with the admission process, helping new clients feel valued, supported, and ready to begin their healing journey.
- Collaborate for change: Work closely with the clinical team, sharing insights and contributing to individualized care plans
Qualifications:
- You have a high school diploma or GED; a degree in psychology, sociology, or counseling is preferred.
- You have a valid driver’s license and meet the requirements for insurance eligibility.
- You’re certified in First Aid and CPR (or can obtain certification upon hire).
- You bring experience—or a passion for learning—about behavioral health, particularly with adolescents.
Shifts Available: There are pay shift differentials for evenings and weekends
- AM (7:00am – 3:00pm)
- Swing (3:00pm – 11:00pm)
- Nocturnal (11:00pm – 7:00am)
Compensation:
$22.00 – $24.00/hour, based on education and experience,
$1.00 -$5.00/hour, plus differential pay for evenings and weekends
Benefits:
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401k + Match
- PTO
- Paid Sick
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Discount Marketplace
Attention: All staff positions require an extensive LiveScan background check as a part of the hiring process. Pre-Employment Background Checks Include Licensing, Criminal and Motor Vehicle Reports, etc.
Muir Wood Adolescent & Family Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type relating to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Description
About Muir Wood
Muir Wood Teen Treatment is a nationally recognized leader in adolescent behavioral health, providing individualized, compassionate, and developmentally appropriate care through both outpatient and residential treatment programs for teens ages 12–17 struggling with mental health or substance use challenges. We support teens and families in crisis, helping them rebuild connection, stability, and hope. With 17 Joint Commission-accredited programs across California—including locations in Sonoma County, Clovis, and Riverside—Muir Wood offers safe, structured, and therapeutic environments designed to foster long-term healing. Our programs integrate evidence-based individual therapy, family systems work, and accredited education, all grounded in clinical excellence and a deep commitment to whole-family recovery.
Position Summary
We are seeking a data-driven, empathetic, and hands-on Director of Marketing to lead our marketing efforts during a time of critical growth and expansion. You are passionate about mental health, storytelling and supporting our mission to “Heal teens, restore families, rebuild futures.”
Why Join Muir Wood Teen Treatment?
At Muir Wood, marketing isn’t just about growth—it’s about giving hope to families in crisis. This is a rare opportunity to lead marketing for a mission-driven, fast-growing healthcare organization making a real difference in teens’ and their families’ lives.
Key Responsibilities
Digital Strategy & Website Performance
Oversee the MuirWoodTeen.com website, collaborating with web developers, agencies, and content partners to ensure a high-performance, optimized and emotionally resonant experience.
Own the digital growth roadmap, with a focus on high-converting SEO, SEM, and web performance strategies.
Lead monthly reporting, analytics reviews, and data-driven insights tied to admissions growth and key KPIs and oversee budget.
SEO, AEO & Organic Growth
Oversee end-to-end SEO strategy and execution in collaboration with content teams and agency partners.
Manage and evolve content calendar (blog, landing pages)
Maintain site EEAT, backlink strategies, and on-page optimization standards.
Paid Media & SEM
Lead SEM efforts within a lean budget, ensuring high ROI through brand protection, keyword bidding efficiency, and targeted ad creative.
Work with paid search channels to design, test, and optimize landing pages and campaigns.
Social Media Strategy & Management
Develop and execute a platform-specific social media strategy aligned with brand voice, seasonal themes, and engagement goals.
Manage day-to-day content planning, scheduling, and posting across key social channels and emerging platforms as needed.
Partner with clinical and leadership teams to develop content that reflects our values of empathy, clinical excellence, and long-term healing.
Monitor engagement, respond to community questions/comments working with the admissions team, and track performance metrics to inform content improvements.
PR & Communications Management
Lead external communications and earned media strategy to elevate Muir Wood’s reputation, partnering with press and thought leadership outlets to highlight clinical excellence and mission impact.
Support leadership with strategic communications and public-facing opportunities, including interviews, presentations, and authored content.
Local Marketing Support
Lead Local Marketing Initiatives: Develop and execute local marketing campaigns and new location openings, tailored to each community where Muir Wood operates, aligning with local outreach goals and increasing awareness among families, schools, and referring providers.
Community Outreach: Cultivate relationships with school counselors, therapists, pediatricians, and other referral sources through events and targeted campaigns that build trust and reputation at the local level.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Collaborate with admissions, clinical, and operations teams to align marketing with care delivery and community reputation.
Work closely with the executive team on strategy and optimization roadmaps.
Requirements
Qualifications
6–10 years of marketing experience, with at least 4 years in healthcare, behavioral health, or purpose-driven consumer services. Ideally, experience marketing to parents or caregivers in healthcare/education settings.
Proven success managing website optimization, SEO strategy, and paid search.
Deep understanding of marketing analytics, CRM tools (HubSpot, Salesforce preferred), CallTrackingMetrics, and Conversion Rate Optimization tactics. Experience with WordPress, GA4, and content strategy.
Strong writing/editing instincts with the ability to translate clinical complexity into emotionally compelling language.
Experience managing external vendors and cross-functional projects.
Mission-driven mindset; able to operate both strategically and tactically with empathy, urgency, and clarity.
Represent the marketing function in meetings, with partners, clients with professionalism and clarity, aligning marketing priorities with broader organizational goals.
Travel
10-20% for Bay Area based candidates
Education/ Licenses/ Certifications
Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferred.
Compensation
$140,000 – $170,000 base salary, plus annual bonus eligibility
Description
Primary Purpose and Function
The Prep Cook is responsible for serving attractive and nutritious meals in an atmosphere of efficiency, cleanliness, and warmth. This position is primarily responsible for preparing and cooking foods to ensure an efficient and safe food service. This position is also responsible for creating, planning and executing menu for facility's inpatient clients and for staff events by performing the following duties.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook meals according to menu plans
- Maintain high standards of sanitation, cleanliness, and safety in the kitchen
- Manage food inventory and costs
- Prepare special diets and meals as needed
- Collaborate with staff and provide training as necessary
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
- Progressive culinary experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must be ServSafe Certified.
Competencies:
- Effective Communication: Listening, reading comprehension, oral and written communication
- Problem Solving: Analysis/Reasoning, Creative & Innovative Thinking, Decision Making & Judgment, Problem Solving
- Individual Effectiveness: Accountability & Dependability, Adaptability & Flexibility, Attention to Detail, Customer Focus, Development & Continual Learning, Ethics & Integrity, Results-Oriented, Safety Focus, Self-Management, Stress Tolerance, Tact
- Works Well with Others: Influencing Others, Interviewing, Relationship Building, Facilitating Groups, Teamwork, Valuing Diversity
- Self-Awareness/Emotional Intelligence: Emotional Self-Awareness, Self-Control, Adaptability, Achievement Orientation, Positive Outlook, Empathy, Organizational Awareness, Influence, Conflict Management, Teamwork
- Management Skills: Business Alignment, Coaching & Mentoring, Leadership, Fiscal Accountability, Planning & Organization, Staff Management, Delegation, Strategic Vision
Physical Demands
- Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
- Moderate physical activity. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
- Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus.
- Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions
Pay Range:
$30.00-$34.00 per hour
Job Type:
Full-timeDescription
Muir Wood is a leading provider of residential behavioral health treatment for adolescents ages 12–17. We operate 17 Joint Commission-accredited programs across California, including locations in Sonoma County, Clovis, and Riverside. Our programs specialize in treating mental health and substance use disorders, offering a safe, structured, and compassionate environment that supports long-term healing for teens and their families. Each campus integrates individualized therapy, family systems work, and accredited education, all grounded in clinical excellence and a deep commitment to whole-family recovery.
As a Care Coordinator, you’ll play a vital role in supporting teens on their path to healing. In this role, you’ll provide guidance, encouragement, and accountability while fostering a safe and supportive environment. Whether you’re supporting a teen in emotional crisis, helping them navigate their daily routines, or ensuring their safety during transitions, every task you take on is an opportunity to make a profound difference. Your attention to detail and compassionate care will help teens rediscover their potential and give families the hope they thought was lost. This is a full-time, onsite position. Different shifts available. Evening and weekend availability is desirable.
Requirements
Responsibilities:
- Be a steady guide: Facilitate and supervise daily routines, including meals, therapeutic activities, and life skills, fostering stability and growth.
- Provide a safe haven: Ensure client safety through regular checks, behavioral monitoring, and timely intervention during moments of crisis. Supervise teens requiring one-on-one attention due to risks such as emotional distress or eating disorders.
- Support healing through connection: Offer compassionate, one-on-one support to teens experiencing emotional challenges, creating a secure environment for them to process and grow.
- Document progress and insights: Maintain accurate records of client activities and progress, ensuring compliance with regulations and contributing valuable insights to the treatment team.
- Be a bridge to new opportunities: Transport clients safely to appointments, activities, and milestones, helping them access the resources they need to thrive. Conduct vehicle inspections to ensure transportation safety.
- Foster independence: Support clients with self-administering medication, ensuring compliance with physician orders and promoting responsibility.
- Welcome every teen with care: Assist with the admission process, helping new clients feel valued, supported, and ready to begin their healing journey.
- Collaborate for change: Work closely with the clinical team, sharing insights and contributing to individualized care plans
Qualifications:
- You have a high school diploma or GED; a degree in psychology, sociology, or counseling is preferred.
- You have a valid driver’s license and meet the requirements for insurance eligibility.
- You’re certified in First Aid and CPR (or can obtain certification upon hire).
- You bring experience—or a passion for learning—about behavioral health, particularly with adolescents.
Shifts Available: There are pay shift differentials for evenings and weekends
- AM (7:00am – 3:00pm)
- Swing (3:00pm – 11:00pm)
- Nocturnal (11:00pm – 7:00am)
Compensation:
$21.00 – $24.00/hour, based on education and experience.
$1.00 – $5.00/hour, plus differential pay for evenings and weekends
Benefits:
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401k + Match
- PTO/Sick Pay
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Discount Marketplace
Attention: All staff positions require an extensive LiveScan background check as a part of the hiring process. Pre-Employment Background Checks Include Licensing, Criminal and Motor Vehicle Reports, etc.
Muir Wood Adolescent & Family Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type relating to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Central California
Job Type:
Full-timeDescription
Muir Wood is a leading provider of residential behavioral health treatment for adolescents ages 12–17. We operate 17 Joint Commission-accredited programs across California, including locations in Sonoma County, Clovis, and Riverside. Our programs specialize in treating mental health and substance use disorders, offering a safe, structured, and compassionate environment that supports long-term healing for teens and their families. Each campus integrates individualized therapy, family systems work, and accredited education, all grounded in clinical excellence and a deep commitment to whole-family recovery.
As a Care Coordinator, you’ll play a vital role in supporting teens on their path to healing. In this role, you’ll provide guidance, encouragement, and accountability while fostering a safe and supportive environment. Whether you’re supporting a teen in emotional crisis, helping them navigate their daily routines, or ensuring their safety during transitions, every task you take on is an opportunity to make a profound difference. Your attention to detail and compassionate care will help teens rediscover their potential and give families the hope they thought was lost.
We are hiring for two shifts, all are onsite, full-time positions:
AM shift 7am – 3pm from Friday – Tuesday; AM shift 7am – 3pm from Sunday – Thursday
Requirements
Responsibilities:
- Be a steady guide: Facilitate and supervise daily routines, including meals, therapeutic activities, and life skills, fostering stability and growth.
- Provide a safe haven: Ensure client safety through regular checks, behavioral monitoring, and timely intervention during moments of crisis. Supervise teens requiring one-on-one attention due to risks such as emotional distress or eating disorders.
- Support healing through connection: Offer compassionate, one-on-one support to teens experiencing emotional challenges, creating a secure environment for them to process and grow.
- Document progress and insights: Maintain accurate records of client activities and progress, ensuring compliance with regulations and contributing valuable insights to the treatment team.
- Be a bridge to new opportunities: Transport clients safely to appointments, activities, and milestones, helping them access the resources they need to thrive. Conduct vehicle inspections to ensure transportation safety.
- Foster independence: Support clients with self-administering medication, ensuring compliance with physician orders and promoting responsibility.
- Welcome every teen with care: Assist with the admission process, helping new clients feel valued, supported, and ready to begin their healing journey.
- Collaborate for change: Work closely with the clinical team, sharing insights and contributing to individualized care plans.
Qualifications:
- You have a high school diploma or GED; a degree in psychology, sociology, or counseling is preferred.
- You have a valid driver’s license and meet the requirements for insurance eligibility.
- You’re certified in First Aid and CPR (or can obtain certification upon hire).
- You bring experience—or a passion for learning—about behavioral health, particularly with adolescents.
Shifts Available:
- AM (7:00 am – 3:00 pm) Friday – Tuesday or Sunday – Thursday
Compensation:
$21.00 – $24.00/hour, based on education and experience.
Benefits:
Medical/Dental/Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401k + Match
PTO/Sick Pay
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Discount Marketplace
Attention: All staff positions require an extensive LiveScan background check as a part of the hiring process. Pre-Employment Background Checks Include Licensing, Criminal and Motor Vehicle Reports, etc.
Muir Wood Adolescent & Family Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type relating to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Southern California
Job Type:
Full-timeDescription
Muir Wood is a leading provider of residential behavioral health treatment for adolescents ages 12–17. We operate 17 Joint Commission-accredited programs across California, including locations in Sonoma County, Clovis, and Riverside. Our programs specialize in treating mental health and substance use disorders, offering a safe, structured, and compassionate environment that supports long-term healing for teens and their families. Each campus integrates individualized therapy, family systems work, and accredited education, all grounded in clinical excellence and a deep commitment to whole-family recovery.
As a Care Coordinator, you’ll play a vital role in supporting teens on their path to healing. In this role, you’ll provide guidance, encouragement, and accountability while fostering a safe and supportive environment. Whether you’re supporting a teen in emotional crisis, helping them navigate their daily routines, or ensuring their safety during transitions, every task you take on is an opportunity to make a profound difference. Your attention to detail and compassionate care will help teens rediscover their potential and give families the hope they thought was lost. This is an onsite, full-time position with the AM shift from 7am – 3pm, Friday – Tuesday.
Requirements
Responsibilities:
- Be a steady guide: Facilitate and supervise daily routines, including meals, therapeutic activities, and life skills, fostering stability and growth.
- Provide a safe haven: Ensure client safety through regular checks, behavioral monitoring, and timely intervention during moments of crisis. Supervise teens requiring one-on-one attention due to risks such as emotional distress or eating disorders.
- Support healing through connection: Offer compassionate, one-on-one support to teens experiencing emotional challenges, creating a secure environment for them to process and grow.
- Document progress and insights: Maintain accurate records of client activities and progress, ensuring compliance with regulations and contributing valuable insights to the treatment team.
- Be a bridge to new opportunities: Transport clients safely to appointments, activities, and milestones, helping them access the resources they need to thrive. Conduct vehicle inspections to ensure transportation safety.
- Foster independence: Support clients with self-administering medication, ensuring compliance with physician orders and promoting responsibility.
- Welcome every teen with care: Assist with the admission process, helping new clients feel valued, supported, and ready to begin their healing journey.
- Collaborate for change: Work closely with the clinical team, sharing insights and contributing to individualized care plans.
Qualifications:
- You have a high school diploma or GED; a degree in psychology, sociology, or counseling is preferred.
- You have a valid driver’s license and meet the requirements for insurance eligibility.
- You’re certified in First Aid and CPR (or can obtain certification upon hire).
- You bring experience—or a passion for learning—about behavioral health, particularly with adolescents.
Shifts Available:
- AM (7:00 am – 3:00 pm)
- Swing (3:00pm – 11:00pm)
- Nocturnal (11:00pm – 7:00am)
Compensation:
$21.00 – $24.00/hour, based on education and experience.
Benefits:
Medical/Dental/Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401k + Match
PTO/Sick Pay
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Discount Marketplace
Attention: All staff positions require an extensive LiveScan background check as a part of the hiring process. Pre-Employment Background Checks Include Licensing, Criminal and Motor Vehicle Reports, etc.
Muir Wood Adolescent & Family Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type relating to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Job Type:
Full-timeDescription
Muir Wood is a leading provider of residential behavioral health treatment for adolescents ages 12–17. We operate 17 Joint Commission-accredited programs across California, including locations in Sonoma County, Clovis, and Riverside. Our programs specialize in treating mental health and substance use disorders, offering a safe, structured, and compassionate environment that supports long-term healing for teens and their families. Each campus integrates individualized therapy, family systems work, and accredited education, all grounded in clinical excellence and a deep commitment to whole-family recovery.
At Muir Wood, the therapist is at the heart of the healing journey for adolescents and their families. This role is more than providing therapy—it’s about building trust, creating structure, and guiding young people through some of the most challenging moments of their lives with compassion, clinical excellence, and unwavering presence.
As a therapist, you’ll be responsible for delivering high-quality, trauma-informed clinical care within our nationally accredited residential treatment program for teens ages 12–17. You’ll carry a manageable caseload and provide individual, family, and group therapy grounded in evidence-based modalities. You’ll collaborate with a tight-knit team of clinicians, care coordinators, and support care staff to ensure every client’s treatment is tailored, integrated, and responsive to their evolving needs.
This role is ideal for clinicians who are energized by working with high-acuity adolescent populations, committed to clinical excellence, and driven to make a meaningful difference. Whether licensed or working toward licensure, you’ll be supported by experienced clinical leaders, regular supervision, and a mission-focused culture that values growth, innovation, and teamwork. This position is full-time, onsite Tuesday – Saturday from 9am – 6pm.
Requirements
Responsibilities
Assessment & Treatment Planning
- Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial and risk assessments at admission
- Develop individualized treatment plans and clinical strategies in collaboration with the treatment team
- Monitor treatment progress using clinical tools and adjust interventions as needed
- Complete thorough, timely clinical documentation that supports treatment planning and meets regulatory, ethical, and accreditation standards
Therapeutic Services
- Provide weekly individual and family therapy for assigned caseload
- Facilitate process, psychoeducational, experiential, and skills-based group therapy sessions
- Deliver trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and developmentally appropriate care
- Provide rotating on-call coverage and respond to clinical emergencies or crises as needed, offering timely support and consultation to clients and staff
Team Collaboration
- Participate in daily flash meetings and weekly treatment team meetings
- Assist in training efforts through individual coaching and group learning opportunities to help strengthen clinical and milieu effectiveness
- Contribute to a positive, structured therapeutic milieu and team culture
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of direct clinical experience with high acuity, co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders
- Preferred experience working with adolescents in residential or inpatient behavioral health settings; strong candidates with adult high-acuity or residential experience will also be considered
- Proficiency in trauma-informed care and evidence-based modalities such as DBT, CBT/REBT, ACT, and Relapse Prevention
- Strong knowledge of legal and ethical standards in behavioral health, including mandated reporting and professional boundaries
- Ability to work a schedule that includes one weekend day (Sunday–Thursday or Tuesday–Saturday), based on program needs
- Willing and able to accept temporary reassignment to other local Muir Wood facilities to support clinical coverage
Education/ Licenses/ Certification
- Licensed clinician preferred (PhD, PsyD, LCSW, LMFT, LPCC)
- Pre-licensed candidates considered (Registered Psychological Associate, AMFT, ACSW, APCC), depending on experience, supervision needs, and time to licensure
Benefits
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401k + Match
- PTO/Sick Pay
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Clinical supervision hours towards licensure*
- Pay increase upon full licensure*
- Employee Discount Marketplace
- Company-provided mobile phone and laptop
Compensation
$75,000 – $90,000 annually based on education, experience and licensing
Attention: All staff positions require an extensive LiveScan background check as a part of the hiring process. Pre-Employment Background Checks Include Licensing, Criminal and Motor Vehicle Reports, etc.
Muir Wood Adolescent & Family Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type relating to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.