Adolescent Therapist (AMFT/ASW) – Trauma‑Informed Care

Growth Management; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Growth Centers of America is seeking a Primary Therapist to provide trauma-informed, evidence-based care to adolescents in a residential program. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to guide clients toward stabilization, growth, and long-term healing.

You will deliver individual, group, and family therapy, manage treatment plans, and ensure documentation meets licensing standards while engaging families in the treatment process.

Qualifications

• Active AMFT or ASW registration in California required.
• 1–2 years of clinical counseling experience, residential treatment preferred.
• Knowledge of co-occurring disorders, treatment planning, and crisis intervention.
• Strong clinical documentation and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced residential treatment environment.
• Compassionate, reliable, and committed to client-centered adolescent care.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and family therapy to adolescent residents.
• Support adolescents experiencing mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders.
• Develop, implement, and maintain individualized treatment plans.
• Complete progress notes, treatment updates, discharge summaries, and clinical documentation in compliance with licensing and program standards.
• Conduct crisis intervention and participate in clinical decision-making as needed.
• Maintain therapeutic boundaries and create a safe, supportive environment for clients.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, medical staff, behavioral staff, case managers, and outside providers.
• Participate in treatment team meetings, case consultations, and clinical discussions.
• Engage families as active participants in the treatment process.
• Coordinate care and communicate treatment progress with appropriate parties.
• Maintain compliance with California licensing regulations, ethical standards, and company policies.
• Ensure timely, accurate, and professional clinical documentation.
• Support a trauma-informed, structured, and therapeutic residential environment.
• Participate in ongoing supervision, trainings, and professional development opportunities.

Skills

Active AMFT or ASW registration

1–2 years of clinical counseling

Knowledge of co-occurring disorders

Clinical documentation and written/ver

Job description

Growth Centers of America is seeking a Primary Therapist to provide trauma-informed, evidence-based care to adolescents in a residential program. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to guide clients toward stabilization, growth, and long-term healing.

You will deliver individual, group, and family therapy, manage treatment plans, and ensure documentation meets licensing standards while engaging families in the treatment process.