Position Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Mental Health Therapist with a strong background in foster care, adoption, complex trauma, attachment and relational trauma, and evidence-based approaches such as Play Therapy and Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI®). This role involves providing trauma-informed mental health services to children, youth, and families involved in the foster care and adoption system in the Salt Lake City area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy to children and families with histories of trauma, attachment disruptions, and involvement in the child welfare system.

• Develop and implement treatment plans using trauma-informed and attachment-based approaches, including TBRI®, Play Therapy, EMDR, and other evidence-based practices like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)or dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)

• Collaborate closely with foster parents, biological families, caseworkers, and other multidisciplinary team members to support the mental health and relational needs of clients.

• Conduct clinical assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and progress reviews in accordance with agency and licensing requirements.

• Maintain accurate, timely, and HIPAA-compliant clinical documentation.

• Participate in clinical supervision, team meetings, and ongoing professional development.

• Educate caregivers and stakeholders on trauma, attachment, and therapeutic parenting strategies.

• Provide crisis intervention and support as needed.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, or a closely related field required. Candidate must be eligible for licensure in the state of Utah as an LCSW, CSW, LMFT, ACMHC, or CMHC.

• Possession of, or ability to obtain an individual NPI (National Provider Identifier).

• Available for biweekly staff meetings, on Wednesdays from 9:30a-10a MST

• Specialized knowledge and experience in foster care, adoption, and complex developmental trauma.

• Experience working with children and families impacted by child welfare involvement.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Registered Play Therapist (RPT) or working toward certification.

• Trained or certified in TBRI® (preferred), or willingness to become trained.

• EMDR or other trauma-specific training/certifications.

• Background in Play Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, or other trauma-focused modalities.

• Familiarity with Utah's child welfare system.

• Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive compensation based on experience and licensure.

• Clinical supervision for licensure.

• Continuing education support and training opportunities (including TBRI®).

• Flexible work hours and hybrid/telehealth options.