Full-Time

Primary Therapist

Posted on 9/8/2026

ROWI

ROWI

51-200 employees

Teen and family mental health services

Compensation Overview

$31 - $35/hr

Tustin, CA, USA

In Person

Master's

Category
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (1)
Required Skills
CPR
First Aid

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Requirements
  • A minimum of a Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work from an accredited institution is required.
  • Must be licensed or eligible as a Marriage and Family Therapist, Clinical Psychologist, or Social Worker; unlicensed clinicians will receive supervision.
  • At least one year of experience in the mental health field is required.
  • Must be comfortable with basic computer operations and maintaining strict confidentiality and professional boundaries.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and be eligible for insurance coverage on agency vehicles.
  • Must hold current First-Aid and CPR certifications and pass a satisfactory criminal background check.
  • A licensed psychologist credential is required.
Responsibilities
  • Conduct individual and family counseling sessions tailored to each client's needs.
  • Conduct ongoing client assessments and maintain clinical documentation in accordance with ROWI and Joint Commission standards.
  • Continuously monitor client safety and develop effective safety plans.
  • Communicate essential safety and progress information to the interdisciplinary team.
  • Deliver therapy sessions that comply with each client's designated level of care.
  • Engage referral sources and outpatient professionals promptly after admission and provide necessary updates.
  • Collaborate on discharge planning and facilitate group therapy sessions, including alumni and multi-family groups.
  • Participate actively in team meetings and maintain a positive, caring, and professional demeanor across interactions.
  • Serve as a role model for clients and staff while fostering a nurturing and supportive environment.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience working with adolescents for one year is preferred.

ROWI Teen & Parent Wellness Centers provide mental health services for youth and families, with programs designed for kids aged 8-12 and teens 13-17 across 25 locations. They offer intensive and partial hospitalization (IOP and PHP), family therapy, and parent support in small-group settings, using a mix of creative, physical, and social-skills development approaches. A core element is the UCLA PEERS curriculum for social skills, and the centers emphasize family involvement, training parents to improve relationships, increase effectiveness, and support children’s self-discipline. The arrangement positions ROWI as a partner in mental health, including an official collaboration with the Los Angeles Rams, and aims to treat mental health as a strength while prioritizing short-term care as the foundation for long-term wellness. Their goal is to help young people and their families build resilience and thrive with skills that last a lifetime.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Thousand Oaks, California

Founded

2017

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What believers are saying

  • ROWI opened El Segundo on June 16, 2026, expanding its Southern California footprint.
  • ROWI lists facilities across Southern and Central California, signaling ongoing geographic expansion.
  • The LA Kings deal boosts referral visibility with schools, Junior Kings, and community programs.

What critics are saying

  • California reimbursement pressure can crush margins across IOP and PHP programs by 2026.
  • The LA Kings partnership depends on local brand momentum, not national buyer lock-in.
  • If payer rates tighten or referrals slow, ROWI’s multi-site clinic model stalls quickly.

What makes ROWI unique

  • Clinician-owned ROWI offers IOP, PHP, and family therapy across Southern California.
  • ROWI secured an official mental health partnership with the LA Kings on June 15, 2026.
  • ROWI’s small-group, high-staff-ratio model targets teens ages 8-17 and parent support.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

401(k) Company Match

Company News

Yahoo Finance
Jun 15th, 2026
LA Kings name ROWI Teen & Parent Wellness Centers as official mental health partner

The LA Kings have partnered with ROWI Teen & Parent Wellness Centers in a multi-year deal making ROWI the team's official mental health partner. Brokered by AEG Global Partnerships, the partnership aims to support youth mental health and family wellness across Southern California through education and community engagement. The announcement coincides with ROWI's 16 June grand opening of its new El Segundo location. LA Kings President Luc Robitaille, team mascot Bailey and Ice Crew members will attend the ribbon-cutting ceremony alongside ROWI executives and community leaders. ROWI, which provides mental health care and therapy services for children and teens aged 8-17, will work with the Kings to increase awareness around youth mental health through Junior Kings, the LA Kings High School Hockey League and community programming.

iLEAD Santa Clarita
Apr 30th, 2024
Workshop: Tips for Managing Anxiety in Children: May 23

SCVi Presents: No Parent Left Behind: A Virtual Parent Workshop in Collaboration with ROWI Teen & Parent Wellness Centers.