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Rite of Passage Brand

Therapist

Rite of Passage Brand, Escondido, California, United States, 92025

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Job Category:

Professional Student Services

Requisition Number:

LICEN016246

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Posted: January 6, 2026

Full-Time

On-site

Salary: $72,000 USD per year

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✨Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a Therapist (licensed or registered; LMFT AMFT LCSW) at San Pasqual Academy in Escondido, CA ✨

San Pasqual Academy is located on a beautiful 238 acres in rural San Pasqual Valley. SPA is equipped with all the amenities of a private high school, including classrooms, an auditorium, gym, and cafeteria. On grounds sports and activities include basketball, softball, and football. Our unique campus features residential staff and house parents serving as surrogate parents who mentor and tutor students, teach age‑appropriate independent living skills, create opportunities to explore new interests, encourage participation in sports and recreation, assist in the exploration of career and job opportunities, and promote family living skills.

Pay:

Rate starting at $72,000 per year; $5,000.00 Sign‑On Bonus for Full‑Time Clinical position paid out at 3 and 6 months!

Perks and Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, company‑paid Life Insurance, eligibility for a 403(b) match of up to 6% after 1 year of employment, Paid Time Off that begins accruing on the first day, and more! See complete list here: ATCS Benefits & Perks

What you will do:

You will provide individual, family, and group therapy as indicated by program needs, including clinical assessment, service planning, record keeping, and service coordination with a multidisciplinary team. You will develop and oversee the completion of treatment plans on an individual, family, and group basis, document and assess the effectiveness of interventions toward treatment goals, and maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation. You will participate in crisis intervention when needed, prepare monthly progress notes and discharge summaries, provide clinical supervision to staff and interns as assigned, and collaborate closely with education, residential, and clinical leadership to support student outcomes.

To be considered you must:

Candidates must demonstrate empathy, patience, and respect, with a genuine desire to work with at‑risk adolescents. Applicants are required to pass a criminal background check, drug screening, physical exam, and TB test. A current State Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record for the past three years is required. Candidates must be licensed or registered with the Board of Behavioral Sciences and have experience working in a residential setting and or with at‑risk adolescent populations. Familiarity with navigating an Electronic Health Records system, preferably EXYM, is required. Strong communication, written, and organizational skills, along with effective time management and the ability to meet multiple deadlines, are essential for success in this role.

Information regarding Schedule/hours/shifts:

Shifts: Dependent on current needs of program. TBD

Apply today and Make a Difference in the Lives of Youth!

After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As a Therapist, you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self‑fulfillment.

Desired Qualities

Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education (Required)

Bachelors or better.

Masters or better.

Experience (Required)

1 year

Licenses & Certifications (Preferred)

Lic Marriage & Fam Therap

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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