Mental Health Clinical Therapist

About the role

At Evolve Treatment Centers we are seeking a Primary Therapist to deliver individual, family, and group therapy to teens with mental health and/or substance use struggles in our 6-bed residential program in Walnut Creek, CA. This position offers a small caseload of three clients and the chance to work within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and family therapy for three clients and their families using evidence-based practices including DBT, CBT, and MI
• Facilitate one to two 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 registration as an AMFT, ACSW, or 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 (may be asked to assist at other locations)

Pay

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

Benefits

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