Mental Health Therapist

Company Overview

New Dawn Treatment Center is a leading healthcare provider dedicated to delivering high-quality, evidence-based treatment in a compassionate environment. With over 30 years of experience, we serve a diverse community through our inpatient and outpatient facilities, emphasizing holistic therapies and clinical excellence.

Summary

We are seeking a Mental Health Therapist to join our team at New Dawn Treatment Center in Elk Grove, CA. This position helps clients navigate the emotional, social, and relationship challenges that come with having a child. They will create and implement personalized treatment plans and address a wide range of perinatal mental health concerns.

Responsibilities

Maintain a safe and supportive therapeutic environment for postpartum clients and their infants.

Facilitate individual, group, and family therapy sessions tailored to the postpartum client population.

Develop and implement postpartum specific curriculum and psychoeducational materials.

Create, review and maintain program documentation, including consents, assessments and clinical protocols specific to the postpartum program.

Complete utilization reviews as needed for insurance authorizations.

Provide community referrals for maternal mental health, pediatric care, lactation support, pelvic floor therapy, and other related services.

Complete intakes, assessments, progress notes, treatment planning and discharge/transition planning.

Record information and maintain accurate client records in EMR.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Perinatal Mental Health Certification (PMH-C) preferred.

Current license, ACSW, AMFT, LCSW, LMFT, or LPCC, required.

Strong understanding of trauma informed care, postpartum mental health and community resources for women and families.

Clinical experience working with perinatal or postpartum populations preferred.

Working knowledge of cognitive behavioral therapy.

Must have and maintain a valid California driver’s license, clean driving record, and maintain personal auto insurance coverage.

Current CPR and First Aid certifications are required.

Must have a current TB test or chest x-ray.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Ability to work well and quickly under pressure both individually and as part of a team.

Excellent project management skills to consistently meet deadlines.

Strong organizational skills with superior attention to detail.

Excellent interpersonal skills.

Call-To-Action

Join us at New Dawn Treatment Center where your expertise will make a meaningful difference. Embark on a rewarding journey of ensuring excellence in healthcare—your next opportunity awaits.