Primary Therapist- Vista
Listed compensation
$31-$35/hr
- 80%better work-life than Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) peers
The week · per this posting
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Job Description
Key Responsibilities of Primary Therapist- Mission Valley
- Monitor client safety continuously and develop effective safety plans.
- Maintain compliance with clinical documentation as per ROWI and Joint Commission standards.
- Communicate essential safety and progress information to the interdisciplinary team.
- Deliver therapy sessions that comply with the designated level of care for each client.
Engage with referral sources and outpatient professionals promptly post-admission and provide necessary updates.
Collaborate on discharge planning and facilitate group therapy sessions, including alumni and multi-family groups.
Contribute actively to team meetings and uphold a positive, caring, and professional demeanor across all interactions.
Serve as a steadfast role model for clients and staff, fostering a nurturing and supportive environment.
Skills and Qualifications
Educational Background: Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work from an accredited institution.
Licensure: Must be licensed or eligible as an MFT, Clinical Psychologist, or Social Worker. Unlicensed clinicians will receive supervision.
Experience: 1 year in the mental health field
Technical Proficiency: Comfortable with basic computer operations and maintaining strict confidentiality and professional boundaries.
Additional Requirements
- Valid driver’s license and eligibility for insurance on agency vehicles.
- Current First-Aid & CPR Certifications and a satisfactory criminal background check.
Join Team ROWI
Step into a role where you can truly make a difference. At ROWI, we are committed not only to the well-being of our clients but also to the professional and personal growth of our team. Join us in a fulfilling, engaging, and balanced work environment where each day brings new opportunities to impact lives positively.
- Job Type: Full-time
- Pay: $31.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education
Master's (Required)
Experience
Adolescents: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification
Licensed Psychologist Credentials (Required)
Key Responsibilities
The primary therapist is responsible for monitoring client safety, developing safety plans, and maintaining clinical documentation in compliance with standards. They also facilitate group therapy sessions and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team on discharge planning and client progress.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a relevant field such as Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling and possess or be eligible for professional licensure. Additionally, the role requires at least one year of experience in the mental health field and current First-Aid and CPR certifications.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Primary Therapist- Vista at ROWI Teen & Parent Wellness Centers a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,933 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc.
Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 50% are remote, 26% have no call, 64% require no weekends.
Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$69k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $62k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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