Clinical Therapist

JOB DESCRIPTION: Clinical Therapist 

REPORTS TO: Clinical Director

TIME COMMITMENT: 40 Hours (Full-Time)

PAY: $75,000-$80,000 (DOE)

Provisionally Licensed Therapists - $70,000-$75,000

LOCATION: SLC, UT 84101

BENEFITS: Eligible

Juniper is a trauma-informed clinical therapy and case management outpatient program serving youth ages 12-18 who have experienced sexual exploitation and sexual abuse. Age ranges may expand or shift over time based on program needs and organizational growth. It is part of the Malouf Foundation and operates under the PHASE Alliance. We partner extensively with CJCs, MDTs, law enforcement, and victim service agencies across Utah. 

Position Summary

The Clinical Therapist provides trauma-informed mental health services primarily to adolescents and families through individual, family, and group therapy. This role includes conducting clinical assessments, diagnosing within scope of licensure, and developing and implementing individualized treatment plans using evidence-based practices.

The therapist maintains a full caseload with a primary focus on high-quality direct client care, accurate and timely clinical documentation, adherence to Juniper’s clinical model, and ethical, professional practice. The therapist works collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and participates actively in supervision, staffing, and program evaluation.

This role requires strong clinical skill, healthy boundaries, reliability, and the ability to work effectively within a structured, trauma-informed program serving a high-complexity population.

Requirements:

• Active Utah State license (LCSW, CMHC, LMFT, or equivalent)
• Masters degree or higher in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or related field
• Provisionally licensed clinicians must be license-eligible in Utah and actively working toward independent licensure. Clinical supervision is provided in accordance with licensure requirements.
• Professional documentation & charting skills
• Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and any additional screenings required for positions serving minors.
• Comfortable with team case management approach
• Willingness to receive clinical oversight and adhere to program structure
• Requires use of personal vehicle during work hours; must maintain a current, valid driver’s license and active auto insurance. Mileage is reimbursable.

Preferred:

• 2 years clinical experience working with adolescents
• Working knowledge of Family Systems Theory
• Clinical experience with adolescents
• Clinical experience in family therapy
• Special training in working with trauma 
• Experience with Simple Practice or other Electronic Health Record software
• Training/experience with sexual exploitation and sex abuse
• Certified in ART or EMDR

Duties and Responsibilities:

Clinical Care

• Maintain a caseload of up to 26 direct clinical hours per week
• Provide trauma-informed individual, family, and group therapy
• Conduct assessments, develop diagnoses within scope, and create individualized treatment plans
• Monitor client progress and adjust interventions accordingly
• Provide services in office, school, home, and community settings as clinically appropriate

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete clinical documentation accurately and within established timeframes
• Maintain records in accordance with ethical, legal, licensing, and organizational standards
• Participate in outcomes tracking, audits, and quality-assurance processes

Team & Program Collaboration

• Work closely with Case Manager, Life Skills Mentor, and the Clinical Director
• Participate in weekly supervision and multidisciplinary staffing
• Collaborate with external partners including CJCs, MDTs, and allied service providers
• Contribute to a respectful, accountable, and trauma-informed team culture

Professional Responsibilities

• Adhere to Juniper’s clinical model, policies, procedures, and program structure
• Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, emotional regulation, and ethical conduct
• Engage in required training and continuing education
• Perform other non-clinical, incidental tasks to support program operations

Benefits Offered:

• Health Insurance with multiple packages offered
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off holiday pay
• 401(k) Matching