Mental Health Therapist

Job Description

Salary: $63,000 - $64,000/yr

Mental Health Therapist Youth Behavioral Health

Location: Rockdale, Texas - Rockdale Youth academy

Department: Clinical Services

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay: $63,000 - $68,000

About Youth Opportunity & Rockdale Youth Academy (Rockdale, TX)

Youth Opportunity is a nationally recognized leader in residential and behavioral health treatment for atrisk youth. Rockdale Youth Academy in Rockdale, Texas is a 65bed secure Youth Academy for males ages10 to17, offering traumainformed care across mental health, substance abuse, and sexoffender treatment needs. The center integrates clinical therapy, education (via Inspire Academy, including GED prep), restorative justice, therapeutic recreation, and life skills training.

Youth typically stay 6 to9months, engaging in individual, family, and group therapy; victimimpact awareness; prevocational preparation; and enrichment activities such as art, music, and recreation. Small group living units, Youth Advisory Boardguided incentive programs, and licensed dietitianmanaged nutrition support stabilization and reintegration planning.

Position Summary Mental Health Therapist Job in Rockdale, TX

We are hiring a Mental Health Therapist to join our clinical team in Rockdale, Texas. This role is ideal for a therapist passionate about working in youth behavioral health, juvenile care, or residential treatment. Youll be responsible for providing direct clinical care, supporting mental health needs, and helping stabilize youth during their treatment process.

Mental Health Therapist Job Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with up to 4% employer match with Immediate Vesting

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays Earn 4 hours of PTO every pay period

Free RX delivery on most medications

Tuition reimbursement and professional development

Robust Employee Assistance Program

Supportive, mission-driven work environment

Why Join Youth Opportunity?

Be part of a team making a difference in the lives of vulnerable youth

Gain experience in a growing field of youth mental health and residential care

Work in a secure, structured, and supportive treatment environment

Develop your skills through training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities

Mental Health Therapist Responsibilities

Coordinate the implementation of individualized mental health and substance abuse treatment plans

Provide ongoing evaluation, assessment, and counseling to youth and families under clinical supervision

Facilitate individual, group, and family therapy

Document treatment progress through weekly notes, treatment plans, reviews, and aftercare planning

Develop discharge and aftercare plans for youth

Assess family dynamics and implement intervention strategies as appropriate

Collaborate with leadership to support compliance and performance improvement initiatives

Other Duties Include

Participate in daily activities and routines with youth and direct care staff

Maintain a high standard of role model behavior for youth

Complete required training and professional development activities

Report incidents or conditions suggesting inappropriate conduct or safety concerns

Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Masters degree in counseling, social work, psychology, rehabilitation, special education, or a related human services field

Two years experience working with children with serious emotional disturbances or substance abuse concerns preferred (experience preferred but not required with a qualifying degree)

Ability to pass background check and drug screen

Preferred Experience

Group therapy facilitation techniques

Strong clinical judgment and organizational skills

Experience working with youth in residential or challenging settings

Physical Demands

Must be in good physical health and emotionally stable. Must be able to actively engage with youth, transport clients, and participate in physical interventions if needed. Free of communicable diseases as defined by the state. Must pass evaluation of physical techniques and written certification exam.

Other Requirements

Valid state drivers license

Must meet state criminal background check requirements

Flexibility to work irregular hours as needed

How to Apply

Youth Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Full-time