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Therapist at American Fork Family Clinic - Part Time

Wasatch Behavioral Health logoWasatch Behavioral Health$28.79–$44.47/hrAmerican Fork, UTPart TimePosted 1w ago

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This posting states $28.79–$44.47 an hour. Open mental health therapist jobs in Utah post a median of $41 an hour, the middle half $36.63–$56.50, across 13 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Mental health therapists employed in Utah earn a median of $30.72 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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About the job

Join Wasatch Behavioral Health as a Part-Time Therapist at our American Fork Family Clinic (AFFC) in American Fork, Utah. This onsite position offers the opportunity to work in a supportive, collaborative environment where compassion, integrity, and innovation guide the care we provide. As a therapist, you'll provide meaningful behavioral health services to children, adolescents, adults, and families navigating a variety of mental health challenges. Through evidence-based treatment and a client-centered approach, you'll help individuals develop skills, strengthen relationships, and work toward achieving their personal goals. Therapists in this position earn $28.79–$44.47/hour. If you're passionate about providing quality mental health care and making a positive impact in the lives of others, we'd love to have you join our team.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00AM-8:00PM (Hours are Varied, 25-28 hours a week)

Compensation: $28.79–$44.47 DOE and Licensure

About Us: Wasatch Behavioral Health

Wasatch Behavioral Health is a local government agency dedicated to providing compassionate, accessible mental health and substance-use services. We value collaboration, innovation, empathy, and creating a workplace where both clients and employees can thrive.

What You'll Do as a Therapist

  • Provide direct and indirect clinical services, including individual, family, and group therapy, using evidence-based treatment approaches.
  • Conduct intake assessments, psychosocial evaluations, and diagnostic interviews to identify client needs and develop appropriate treatment recommendations.
  • Develop, implement, and manage individualized treatment plans focused on client goals and progress.
  • Maintain an assigned caseload while completing accurate, timely, and thorough clinical documentation.
  • Provide therapy services to children, adolescents, adults, and families experiencing concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, behavioral challenges, autism spectrum disorders, sexual behavior concerns, and post-adoption challenges.
  • Participate in family team meetings and assist with discharge planning, aftercare coordination, and continuity of care.
  • Coordinate care with families, medical providers, community partners, and other service providers to support client success.
  • Screen and evaluate referrals to ensure appropriate placement and access to the right level of care.
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of therapists, case managers, medical providers, and support staff to provide comprehensive behavioral health services.
  • Provide consultation, education, and support to clients, families, and community partners.
  • Utilize trauma-informed, client-centered approaches to help individuals build coping skills, improve functioning, and achieve their treatment goals.

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in social work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy.
  • Utah licensure as CSW, ACMHC, AMFT, LCSW, CMHC, or LMFT (or the ability to obtain it before starting).
  • Experience working with children preferred.
  • Solid skills in clinical assessment, treatment planning, and providing therapy.
  • Comfortable working with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with a team.
  • Reliable with documentation and maintaining professional standards.
  • Committed to ethical practice and ongoing learning.
  • Spanish speakers may qualify for a wage increase

Apply Today

Ready to make a real impact? Submit your application today and take the next step toward a career that truly changes lives. We're excited to meet you and cheer you on as you grow with our team!

Employment at Wasatch Behavioral Health is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen, motor vehicle record review and criminal background check. After hire you must complete and receive a Criminal Background Clearance (BCI) from Utah State Office of Licensing. Upon receipt of a conditional offer of employment in the position, you must provide an official copy of licensure or certification.

From Wasatch Behavioral Health's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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