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Job Title: Associate Therapist (AMFT, APCC, ACSW)
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday – Friday, Typical Business Hours
Setting: In-Person | Treatment Center
About Us:
We are a leading treatment center dedicated to supporting individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Our multidisciplinary team provides compassionate, evidence-based care designed to foster lasting recovery and wellness.
Position Summary:
The Therapist is responsible for providing therapeutic support to clients in our residential program. This role includes facilitating individual and group therapy sessions, collaborating with the treatment team to develop individualized treatment plans, and supporting clients in their journey toward recovery and mental wellness.
Under the supervision of a Licensed Clinical Supervisor, the Therapist plays a key role in delivering trauma-informed, client-centered care in a structured residential environment.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and contribute to treatment planning
- Facilitate individual, family, and group therapy sessions using evidence-based modalities (CBT, DBT, MI, etc.)
- Develop and maintain individualized treatment plans, updating as clinically indicated
- Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team including medical staff, case managers, and behavioral health technicians
- Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in the EMR system (experience with KIPU or similar EMR preferred)
- Participate in clinical staff meetings, case consultations, and training sessions
- Provide crisis intervention support as needed
- Communicate effectively with family members and outside providers, as appropriate
- Ensure compliance with ethical and legal standards governing clinical practice
- Maintain all licensing board and facility documentation requirements
Qualifications:
- Registered Associate with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences in good standing
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related field
- Experience working in dual-diagnosis or substance use treatment settings preferred
- Strong understanding of co-occurring disorders and evidence-based practices
- Familiarity with trauma-informed care approaches
- Proficient in clinical documentation and treatment planning
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to maintain professional boundaries and work effectively as part of a team
Compensation:
$36 - $39 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
Salary : $70,000 - $75,000