Mental Health Therapist - Residential

Salary: $60,000-$70,000 (Negotiable, based on experience) plus health benefits, PTO, retirement plan with employer match, tuition reimbursement, and more.
 
Job Summary:
Our client is looking for a Mental Health Therapist in Salt Lake City to join their residential team. This role involves providing individual and group therapy to adults with mental health and substance use disorders. The ideal candidate is passionate about recovery, values a collaborative and supportive work culture, and embraces a trauma-informed, client-centered approach to care.
 
Job Responsibilities:

• Provide individual, group, and family therapy to adults with mental health and substance use disorders
• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and collaboratively develop individualized treatment plans
• Utilize evidence-based therapeutic modalities, including CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and trauma-informed practices
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with agency and regulatory standards
• Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as needed to support recovery goals
• Coordinate care and communicate effectively with a multidisciplinary team, including case managers, medical staff, and peer support specialists
• Support clients in accessing community resources and transitioning between levels of care as appropriate
• Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive therapeutic environment for all clients

 
Qualifications:

• Current Utah licensure (includes CSWi, CSW, LCSW, ACMHC, CMHC, MFTi, AMFT, LMFT)
• Experience with a range of mental health and behavioral concerns
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Eligible to work in the USA

 
About the Company:
Our client is a non-profit organization committed to transforming lives through mental health and addiction recovery services. Known as one of the top treatment centers in Utah, the organization promotes an education-first culture, offers paid certification opportunities, and is deeply committed to internal career advancement. With a focus on compassionate care, professional development, and work-life balance, they provide an exceptional environment for dedicated professionals looking to make a meaningful difference.