Clear Behavioral Health (https://clearbehavioralhealth.com/)is dedicated to supporting individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges through compassionate, holistic, and evidence-based care. We provide a full continuum of services, including detox, dual diagnosis treatment, residential and outpatient programs, and specialized mental health services, all delivered by a multidisciplinary team of experienced clinicians and support professionals. Our person-centered approach focuses on treating the whole individual, while empowering clients with the tools, structure, and support needed to achieve long-term recovery and lasting stability
Position Summary:
As a therapist for our Mid-Wilshire (https://clearbehavioralhealth.com/locations/outpatient-mental-health-treatment-los-angeles/) outpatient program you will provide professional mental health services to a variety of patients. This role involves delivering exceptional care to clients through individual and group therapy sessions, creating personalized treatment plans and fostering a supportive environment for mental health healing and growth.
Essential Responsibilities:
Client Care and Psychotherapy
- Provide intensive individual psychotherapy to clients.
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Lead group psychotherapy sessions, developing topics based on client needs and evidence-based practices.
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Manage and deliver up to 25 client-facing service hours per week, with up to 15 hours allocated for administrative and non-billable duties.
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Responsible for the therapeutic care of clients from admission through discharge.
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Complete suicide risk assessments and Crisis Safety Plans for all at-risk teen and adult clients.
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May be expected to support additional programs or tracks, either remotely or at locations within driving distance.
Treatment Planning and Collaboration
- Participate weekly in clinical meetings to assist in treatment planning and goal setting.
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Create and update individualized weekly treatment plans and ensure all documentation deadlines are met.
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Collaborate with other counselors to coordinate care, manage cases, and address client concerns.
Environment and Team Support
- Facilitate connection, communication, and conflict resolution among staff and clients to maintain a safe and supportive recovery environment.
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Demonstrate and model healthy emotional and physical boundaries for both staff and clients.
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Assist in the training and mentorship of other Therapists.
Qualifications:
Education & Experience
- Registered Therapist status (AMFT, ACSW, APCC, LMFT, LCSW, LPCC, or equivalent).
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Hold a Master's degree.
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A minimum of 1 year's clinical experience, focusing on adult mental health.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Demonstrated skill in planning and leading psychotherapy groups.
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Excellent communication skills.
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Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and adapt to the needs of diverse clients and staff.
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Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuing education.
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Ability to diagnose behavioral health problems and disorders and develop treatment plan based on a completed assessment.
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Knowledge of diagnostic impressions or criteria.
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Conduct ongoing assessments of patient progress.
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Involve and advise family members when appropriate.
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Knowledge of individual and group therapy techniques.
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Ability to demonstrate clinical skills of empathy, joining, observation and assessment.
Pay:
- Associate pay range is between $30-$38 per hour depending on experience, certifications, and hours accumulated.
Schedule(two schedules available): Fully in-person:
- Monday through Friday from 12:00 PM to 8:30 PM on-site at our mid-wilshire location seeing clients for our VIOP (https://clearbehavioralhealth.com/programs/virtual-iop/) track.
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Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM on-site seeing clients in person.
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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Life and disability coverage
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Retirement plan
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Paid sick, time off, and holidays
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Employee Assistance Program
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Professional development opportunities
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Other company - sponsored wellness or support programs
