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Mental Health Clinical Therapist

Evolve Adolescent Behavioral Health · Lafayette, CA · 1 mo ago
On-siteEducation$87k–$92k/yrFull-time

At Evolve Treatment Centers, we offer a unique opportunity to combine clinical expertise with compassionate care in a supportive, team-based environment. Join us as a Primary Therapist to provide individual, family, and group therapy to teens with mental health and/or substance use struggles in our 6-bed residential program in Lafayette, CA.

About the role

This role is an exciting opportunity to have a small caseload (3 clients!) and be part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

  • Provide individual and family therapy sessions for 3 clients and their families through evidence-based practices including DBT, CBT, and MI
  • Facilitate 1–2 therapy groups per week and document clinical notes accordingly
  • Participate in the on-call rotation, offering phone support and managing after-hours clinical needs
  • Support clients through discharge planning, including home contracts and after-care referrals
  • Attend weekly Treatment Team and Psychiatry meetings, contributing clinical updates and insight
  • Ensure timely and accurate completion of all required documentation in compliance with licensing and accreditation standards

Requirements

  • Active California Licensure as an LCSW/LMFT/LPCC or AMFT/ACSW/APCC
  • Ability to pass LiveScan, federal/state background checks, and child abuse index clearances
  • Strong clinical judgment, documentation skills, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative environment
  • Valid California driver's license as you may be asked to assist at our other locations

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and benefits
  • Purpose-driven, team-centered culture
  • Extensive training in evidence-based practices
  • Ongoing supervision and clinical development

Pay

  • Unlicensed: $87,000 - $92,000
  • Licensed: $97,000 - $102,000

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