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Mental Health Therapist

Calopreteens, Columbia, MO, United States


Overview
On-Site | 130 Calo Lane, Lake Ozark, MO 65049

Relocation Assistance Available

Hours:

9:00am - 5:00pm

3 schedule options:

Monday - Friday

Tuesday - Saturday

Sunday - Thursday

Compensation

Associate (Provisional) Salary:

$70,000 – $75,000

Fully Licensed Salary:

$75,000 – $80,000

Calo Programs is seeking a compassionate and skilled

Mental Health Therapist

to join our on‑site clinical team supporting

Adolescents and Young Adults ages 12-21 years old

in a trauma‑informed residential treatment environment. This role is ideal for therapists who are passionate about adolescent mental health, family systems work, and experiential therapy models—and who want to make meaningful, long‑term impact.

We are actively recruiting for our program in Lake of the Ozarks, looking for candidates seeking a rewarding opportunity or a relocation to a scenic, lower‑cost‑of‑living community.

Responsibilities
Provide Individual, Family & Group Therapy

Deliver therapy grounded in

trauma‑informed care ,

systemic family therapy , and

relational approaches

that promote sustainable change.

Manage a Personalized Caseload

Maintain a focused caseload of

6–8 clients , allowing for high-quality care, family programming, and ongoing parent coaching

Work in a Multidisciplinary Treatment Environment

Partner with therapists, medical providers, nurses, and direct‑care teams to create and implement comprehensive, holistic treatment plans.

Complete Timely Clinical Documentation

Ensure accurate, compliant, and deadline‑driven documentation to support continuity of care.

Provide Developmentally & Culturally Competent Care

Use evidence‑based practices tailored to the unique psychological needs of adolescents and teens.

Incorporate Experiential & Residential Therapies

Utilize

Adventure Therapy ,

Animal‑Assisted Therapy , and experiential modalities — including the opportunity to integrate our

Golden Retriever‑based canine therapy program

into sessions.

Qualifications
Required Licensure (Full or Provisional)

Fully Licensed:

LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor)

LMFT (Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist)

LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker)

Provisional Licenses (Supervision Provided):

PLPC (Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor)

PLMFT (Provisional Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist)

LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker)

Additional Requirements

Ability to establish a

CAQH profile

Ability to obtain an

NPI (National Provider Identifier)

Passion for working with teens and young adults

Experience with

residential treatment ,

trauma work ,

experiential therapy , or

systemic/relational modalities

preferred

Benefits

Access to an established Mastery Program that offers professional and financial opportunities for professional growth.

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Multiple plan options including PPO and HDHPs with HSA eligibility and company contributions.

Paid Parental Leave – Up to 6 weeks fully paid for exempt employees and 4 weeks for non‑exempt.

Life & Disability Coverage – Company‑paid life, AD&D, and long‑term disability; voluntary life and optional short‑term disability available.

401(k) with Company Match – Retirement savings with matching contributions after eligibility period.

PTO & Holidays – Competitive PTO accrual plans and paid holidays throughout the year.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

– Free, confidential support for life’s challenges.

CALO is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience we offer through the diversity of our employees and community. We actively seek to recruit and support a broadly diverse staff who contribute to our excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, and relevance in a global society.

CALO does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws.

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