Associate Mental Health Therapist (AMFT / ASW / APCC)

RYSE Wellness LLC; Fallbrook (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

RYSE Wellness LLC is seeking an Associate Mental Health Therapist (AMFT / ASW / APCC) for a full-time, on-site role at our residential treatment program in Fallbrook. You will conduct assessments, participate in treatment planning, and provide individual therapy under qualified supervision, while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.

The position emphasizes trauma-informed care, evidence-based approaches, and translating treatment goals into practical residential strategies.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, Clinical Counseling, or related field.
• Foundational skills in clinical assessment, treatment planning, psychotherapy, and documentation.
• Active registration in CA AMFT, ASW, or APCC in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Participate in biopsychosocial assessments, clinical formulation, diagnosis, and treatment planning under supervision.
• Provide individual therapy and facilitate psychotherapy groups; participate in family work when appropriate.
• Use trauma-informed approaches; familiarity with CBT, DBT, ACT, MI, CPT, or EMDR is valued.
• Support risk assessment, safety planning, and crisis intervention with supervision.
• Collaborate with nursing, psychiatry, case management, families, and outside providers.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Psychotherapy

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in MFT / Social Work / Clinical Counseling

Tools

Kipu EMR

Job description

Associate Mental Health Therapist (AMFT / ASW / APCC)

RYSE Wellness | Residential Mental Health Treatment Program

About RYSE Wellness

RYSE Wellness is an intimate six-client residential mental health treatment program providing individualized, high-touch care for adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma-related disorders, mood disorders, emotional dysregulation, and other complex mental health concerns. Our small residential setting allows clinicians to know their clients well and collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW), or Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC) for a full-time, on-site role in Fallbrook. The associate clinician supports assessment, treatment, and discharge planning under qualified clinical supervision, within their training, registration, and scope of practice.

What You’ll Do

• Participate in biopsychosocial assessments, clinical formulation, diagnosis, and individualized treatment planning under supervision.
• Provide individual therapy and facilitate psychotherapy and psychoeducational groups; participate in family work when appropriate to training and scope.
• Use evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches. Familiarity with CBT, DBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, CPT, or EMDR is valued.
• Support risk assessment, safety planning, and crisis intervention, consulting promptly with the clinical supervisor and treatment team.
• Participate in clinical supervision, case consultation, and interdisciplinary treatment-team meetings.
• Collaborate with nursing, psychiatric/medical providers, case management, families, and outside providers.
• Help translate treatment goals into practical strategies for the residential milieu.
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical records, including assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, safety plans, and discharge documentation.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, Clinical Counseling, or a related qualifying behavioral health field.
• Active California AMFT, ASW, or APCC registration in good standing.
• Foundational skills in clinical assessment, treatment planning, psychotherapy, and documentation.
• Sound judgment, clear communication, organization, and openness to supervision and feedback.
• Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary residential treatment environment.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain it upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Clinical experience or supervised training in residential treatment, inpatient behavioral health, PHP, IOP, crisis services, or another higher-acuity setting.
• Experience supporting adults with complex mental health presentations.
• Experience facilitating groups and working with families, consistent with scope and training.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records; Kipu experience is a plus.

Schedule & Employment

$65,000–$75,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities

Who Thrives at RYSE

This role suits a clinician who values depth over volume, enjoys working closely with a small number of clients, welcomes clinical supervision, and balances warmth and compassion with structure, boundaries, and client autonomy.