Mental Health Therapist

Mental Health Therapist – Youth Behavioral Health Location: Lebanon, TN Job Type: Full-Time Pay: $28.84 - $33.00 / Hour About Youth Opportunity & Lebanon Youth Academy Youth Opportunity is a nationally recognized leader in residential and behavioral health treatment for at‑risk youth. Lebanon Youth Academy in Lebanon, Tennessee offers an 18‑bed trauma‑informed Youth Academy for boys ages 12 to 17. Serving youth needing structured treatment and emotional support, the center combines individual, family, and group therapy with academic programming, restorative justice, life skills training, and social skill development. Youth typically remain for 3 to 6 months, engaging in victim‑impact awareness, pre‑vocational preparation, and family involvement. Programming is conducted in small group living units to support reintegration into home and community settings. Position Summary – Mental Health Therapist We are hiring a Mental Health Therapist to join the clinical team at Lebanon Youth Academy. This role is ideal for a master’s-level clinician seeking experience in youth behavioral health, crisis stabilization, and residential assessment services. The therapist provides direct clinical care, supports youth stabilization, and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to guide treatment and discharge planning. Mental Health Therapist Job Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with up to 4% employer match with Immediate VestingPaid time off (PTO) and holidays – earn 4 hours of PTO every pay periodFree RX delivery on most medicationsTuition reimbursement and professional developmentRobust Employee Assistance ProgramSupportive, mission-driven work environment Why Join Youth Opportunity? Make an impact during a critical entry and assessment phase of careWork in a clinically focused, fast-paced treatment settingGain experience in assessment, stabilization, and treatment planningAccess ongoing supervision, training, and career growth opportunities Mental Health Therapist Responsibilities Coordinate and implement individualized mental health and substance abuse treatment plansProvide ongoing evaluation, assessment, and counseling to youth and families under clinical supervisionDeliver individual, group, and family therapy sessionsDocument clinical services including weekly progress notes, treatment plans, reviews, and aftercare plansDevelop youth behavioral health discharge and transition plansAssess family dynamics and functioning to implement appropriate intervention strategiesCollaborate with leadership on compliance, quality assurance, and performance improvement initiatives Additional Duties Participate in daily group routines and activities with youth and counselorsMaintain a high standard of professional role model behaviorAttend required training and professional development activitiesReport incidents, concerns, and use of physical force per policyPerform other duties as assigned Required Qualifications Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in counseling, social work, psychology, rehabilitation, special education, or a related human services fieldTwo years of experience working with youth with serious emotional disturbances or substance use challenges preferredExperience preferred but not required with an appropriate master’s degreeStrong understanding of group leadership, group dynamics, and experiential educationAdvanced written and verbal communication skillsAbility to pass background check and meet state requirements Other Requirements Physical Demands: Must be in good physical health and emotionally stable Able to actively engage with youth, participate in physical interventions, and transport youth or staff as needed Must be free of communicable diseases as defined by the state Must pass evaluation of physical techniques and certification exams Other Valid state driver’s license requiredMust meet state criminal background check requirementsOccasional irregular hours may be required How to Apply Click “Apply Now” through Indeed to submit your application and learn more about joining the Youth Opportunity team at Harpeth Primary Assessment Center. Youth Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity Employer.