Licensed Therapist - Independent Contractor

Join an Outstanding Team that Shares Knowledge and Gain Exposure to Diverse Treatments

Reasonable Caseload · Beautiful Settings · Advancement Opportunities

You are a Licensed Therapist who's registered with California BBS. You're a team player who enjoys sharing your knowledge with peers, and you have a genuine interest in working with adolescents in a residential treatment setting. If that describes you, this role offers some compelling advantages. You will:

• Join an outstanding, supportive team that includes three clinicians, one student, your supervisor, and the clinical director. The team values knowledge-sharing and mentorship.
• Gain exposure to various treatment modalities, including CBT, DBT, and more. We also offer a variety of CEUs free of charge.
• Focus on what you do best with a reasonable caseload, including individual and group sessions. You'll have flexibility in scheduling sessions.
• Work with a supervisor who has an excellent reputation as a mentor and resource, and have the opportunity to grow your career here. We hire from within whenever possible.
• Work at two attractive facilities with beautiful, resort-like settings. You'll enjoy chef-prepared lunches as well as available snacks and coffee.

This is a full-time role working Monday - Friday. You'll be supporting clients at two adolescent residential facilities. The pay range is $100K to $110K, depending upon your experience.

Your Qualifications

To be a good fit for the Licensed Therapist opportunity, you will have:

• Must have one of the following: LMFT or LCSW, and registration with California BBS is required.
• A genuine desire to work with the adolescent population we serve.
• Understanding of counseling and other treatment procedures for mental health disorders with co-occurring substance abuse issues.
• Computer proficiency; experience with documentation and EMR systems desired.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and service orientation.

Note: Research shows that women and individuals from underrepresented backgrounds often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that an applicant meets 100% of the qualifications for a given role. Therefore, if much of this job description describes you, then you are highly encouraged to apply for this role.

The Job

Under the supervision of the Clinical Director, you will work with the clinical staff in the assessment of client needs, treatment planning, and facilitation. You'll advocate for options and services to meet an individual’s mental and physical health needs through communication and available resources to promote quality cost-effective outcomes. You'll work with both residential clients in two separate facilities, approximately 20-25 minutes apart.

You'll manage a reasonable caseload and be responsible for providing individual and group therapy sessions at each location every week.

About Us

Beachside Teen Treatment Center is a tranquil, rehabilitation haven for adolescents struggling with addiction, substance abuse and co-occurring mental health disorders. Our beautiful residential facility is based in Malibu, California, with panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. At Hillcrest Adolescent Treatment Center, our mission is to provide healing resources for adolescents battling substance abuse with co-occurring mental health disorders. Hillcrest’s rustic but elegant homestead is set in the lush foothills of Agoura Hills. This rural estate is both private and peaceful, making it an ideal enclave for rehabilitation and healing.

Beachside and Hillcrest are part of Centered Health, which operates a diverse network of behavioral health treatment centers ensuring that clients receive individualized comprehensive care in the most appropriate setting. Our goal is to value the skills each person brings to the team and provide an environment that embraces diversity and rewards imagination and service delivery.

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