Associate Therapist

Job Description

Duties and responsibilities

• Responsible for individual, group and family counseling sessions.
• Conducts client psychosocial assessment, develops and monitors the implementation of individualized treatment plans, carries out client intake process, and is available to solve any pertinent issues.
• Collaborates with treatment team comprised of clinical staff, including the clinical director, program director and counselors.
• Identify patients’ negative behaviors by asking personal questions and monitoring their actions.
• Responsible for assisting residents to live more effectively with their addictions by identifying harmful behaviors and overcoming urges.
• Demonstrate an understanding of patient care through charting and documenting resident progress and provide service referrals when needed.
• Maintain professional relationships with the staff, clients, families and visitors
• Perform any other duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from accredited social work, marriage and family therapy or psychology program.
• Registration with State of California Board of Behavioral Health as an active intern or licensed therapist with number.
• Minimum of 2,000 hours completed.
• Experience working with mental health in a mental health treatment center preferred
• Experience working with veterans a plus!
• Able to maintain a professional manner with staff, clients, and visitors.
• Able to work in a fast paced setting, under pressure, and maintain open, and proper communication.
• Must be fluent in speaking, reading, and writing English.
• Good physical and mental health.
• Able to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of clients or employees of an organization.
• Ability to relate harmoniously with staff and clients of diverse ethnic and economic backgrounds
• Experience in providing direct services to individuals, families and groups.
• Good Computer skills. Ability to navigate an Electronic Health Records System. Kipu experience a plus.
• Demonstrate professionalism, and strong boundaries with the clients.

Location: Malibu

Schedule:

• Full Time Day Shift
• Tuesday – Saturday OR Sunday – Thursday

Compensation: $70,000-$73,000