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AMFM Healthcare
Minnetonka, Minnesota

Primary Therapist - Adolescent Residential Care

CounselorNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$80k-$108k

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Primary Therapist – Adolescent Residential Mental Health

Location: Minnetonka, MN

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 10:00am-6:00pm.

Pay Range: $80,000 - $108,000

Mission Prep, part of AMFM Healthcare, is seeking a compassionate and experienced Primary Therapist to join our residential adolescent treatment program. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of adolescents facing mental health challenges, while contributing to the success of our growing program.

In this role, you will manage a caseload of 6-8 adolescent clients and their families, providing individualized therapy for those with a range of acute mental health diagnoses. The ideal candidate will be a skilled listener, comfortable working closely with clients to understand their needs, and dedicated to helping them reach their goals.

About Mission PREP

Mission Prep is an adolescent-focused treatment program within the AMFM Healthcare family. We aim to provide sustainable, positive change for adolescents and their families who are struggling with mental health issues.

We believe in treating the entire family system, allowing families to address their children’s challenges in a supportive and sustainable way. At Mission Prep, we are committed to preparing teens for life’s challenges and offering families the fresh start they need.

Our approach blends time-tested therapeutic methods with innovative interventions to create a lasting impact that continues well after discharge. From our board-certified psychiatrists to our beautifully designed, home-like environment, we ensure that every aspect of care promotes a sense of belonging and healing.

To learn more, visit our website: Mission Prep Healthcare

Position Overview

As a Primary Therapist, you will be responsible for providing high-quality, client-centered care through individual and group therapy, case management, and comprehensive treatment planning. You will play a key role in the healing process of adolescents and their families by delivering therapeutic interventions and ensuring that clients receive the support they need to reach their goals.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct clinical evaluations, biopsychosocial assessments, and client diagnoses, along with interpretive summaries.
  • Develop and implement person-centered treatment plans, case management strategies, and provide referrals as needed.
  • Offer therapeutic interventions, including crisis counseling, for individuals, groups, and families.
  • Facilitate individual psychotherapy sessions and group therapy as part of the treatment process.
  • Provide services in accordance with organizational policies and mental health/substance abuse standards.
  • Assess individual and family systems, identifying areas in need of continued support and resources.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date Electronic Health Records (EHR) documenting treatment progress.
  • Collaborate with the utilization review team to provide pre-certification and concurrent reviews for insurance authorization.
  • Attend staff meetings, training, and other activities to ensure the efficient functioning of clinical operations.
  • Adhere to organizational standards, ethical practices, legal requirements, and professional standards at all times.

Qualifications and Skills

Required Credentials

  • Resident in Counseling, Supervisee in Social Work, Licensed Masters Social Worker or full independent licensure.
  • Active/current registration with the Virginia Dept of Health Professions.

Preferred Experience

  • Experience with EMDR and working with adolescents in a clinical setting.

Education

  • Master’s degree in a relevant field (e. g., Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy).

Technical Skills

  • Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems.
  • Strong knowledge of HIPAA regulations and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.

Interpersonal Skills

  • Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Work Schedule & Details

  • Location: In-person services at our residential facility.
  • Type: Full-time, salaried position.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Anthem.
  • FSA/HSA Accounts.
  • Life/AD&D insurance through Anthem, 100% employer-paid.
  • 401(k) plan with employer match.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Self Care Day.
  • Educational Assistance Reimbursement Program.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Health and Wellness Membership benefits.

About AMFM Healthcare

Founded after the tragic loss of a beloved son to mental illness, A Mission for Michael (AMFM Healthcare) was established with the vision of preventing similar heartache for other families. Our mission is to provide exceptional residential mental health care that transforms lives and promotes lasting recovery.

AMFM Healthcare brings together a team of highly qualified and passionate professionals who are dedicated to providing comprehensive care for individuals with severe mental health conditions. We understand the profound impact mental illness can have on individuals and their families, and we are committed to offering support, healing, and hope.

What sets us apart is our commitment to evidence-based treatment and our relentless focus on optimizing outcomes for our residents. We continuously integrate the latest research into our care programs to ensure the highest quality of treatment.

At AMFM Healthcare, we foster a nurturing environment where individuals can find solace, healing, and a path to recovery. Our staff prioritizes compassionate, personalized care, understanding that each person’s journey with mental illness is unique.

Ready to make a difference? If you are passionate about improving the lives of adolescents and their families and want to be part of a compassionate, supportive team, apply now to join Mission Prep.

AMFM Healthcare is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex (including childbirth, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

Monday-Friday, 10:00am-6:00pm

40 hours

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a relevant field such as Psychology, Social Work, or Marriage and Family Therapy. Additionally, they must possess active licensure or registration as a counselor or social worker with the Virginia Department of Health Professions.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Individual therapyEHR documentationClinical diagnosisHIPAA complianceCommunication skills

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Primary Therapist - Adolescent Residential Care at AMFM Healthcare a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,995 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 48% are remote, 38% have no call, 78% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Minnesota is 98.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$94k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $95k in an average-cost state. 63.4% of Minnesota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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  • No weekends

Living in Minnetonka

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$465k≈ 5.8× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,825/mo≈ 27% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
104.8
State income tax
Up to 9.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Anthem
FSA/HSA Accounts
Life/AD&D insurance through Anthem, 100% employer-paid
401(k) plan with employer match
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Self Care Day
Educational Assistance Reimbursement Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Health and Wellness Membership benefits