Associate Therapist I

Clearview Treatment Programs; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional benefits package

Health plan options

401K with company match

HSA, FSA, & DSA accounts

Job summary

Clearview Treatment Programs in Venice, CA is seeking an experienced Associate Therapist for full-time, Tuesday through Saturday coverage. A graduate degree is required, with compensation ranging from $75,000 to $85,000 depending on licensure and location within the Venice area.

The role emphasizes establishing rapport, delivering individual and family therapy, case management, and ongoing progress assessments within a supportive, mission-driven team.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy or Psychology; California license eligible.
• At least one year experience with clients with substance abuse and/or borderline personality disorder.
• DBT certification or significant experience preferred.
• TB clearance, fingerprinting and state clearance required.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• State licensing DHS and DSS restrictions; exemptions offered.

Responsibilities

• Conduct weekly individual therapy and family therapy.
• Monitor behavioral interventions via shift logs and provide skills coaching.
• Provide case management and social services for each client.
• Record all contacts in progress notes.
• Complete psychosocial evaluations, treatment plans, contact logs, discharge plans and other reports.
• Monitor client diary cards.
• Provide updates to collateral contacts (family, referents).
• Assist with crisis intervention as needed.
• Collaborate with Clinical Director and Insurance Coordinator on level of care decisions.
• Attend weekly clinical, consultation and business meetings; present cases as pre-assigned.
• Maintain professional boundaries with clients and ensure compliance with policies.

Skills

Empathy and active listening

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy or Psychology

Job description

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: Clearview Treatment Programs - Venice, CA 90291, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: Graduate Degree, Salary Range: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 Salary, Job Category: Health Care, Associate Therapist - Full-time - Tuesday through Saturday - Venice, CA

Why You’ll Want to Lead With Us

At Clearview Residential, we know the work is hard — and that’s exactly why it matters.

Our foundation is client-centered care and clinical excellence, driven by our 5-Star Service Commitments: Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Flexibility, and Collaboration. These values don’t just guide how we treat our clients — they shape how we support one another as a team.

You’ll join a team of professionals who are deeply passionate about evidence-based treatment and personalized care for individuals with primary mental health and dual-diagnosis needs. The challenges are real, but so are the rewards: watching clients achieve breakthroughs, mentoring staff into stronger leaders, and knowing that your work changes lives every single day.

As part of the Odyssey Behavioral Healthcare Network, Clearview offers the stability and resources of a nationwide system while maintaining the close-knit culture of a dedicated treatment center. Our continuum of care spans outpatient, intensive residential, psychiatric, and specialized programs — giving you opportunities for professional development and career growth across multiple service lines.

• Meaningful impact on staff and clients
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Exceptional benefits package
• The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization improving mental wellness every day

Step into a role where you can shape lives and set the standard for clinical excellence.

Join Clearview Residential and help us lead the way!

What We Offer:

• Collaborative environment dedicated to clinical excellence
• Multiple Career Development Pathways
• Company Supported Continuing Education & Certification
• Multiple Health Plan Design Options Available
• Flexible Dental & Vision Plan Options
• 100% Company Paid EAP Emotional Well-Being Support
• 100% Company Paid Critical Illness (with health enrollment plan)
• 100% Company Paid Life & ADD
• 401K with Company Match
• Company-Sponsored HSA, FSA, & DSA Tax Savings Accounts
• Generous Team Member Referral Program
• Parental Leave

Compensation Range:

$75,000 – $85,000 (depending on level, licensure, and location)

How You Will Contribute:

The Therapist establishes positive, trusting rapport with clients and creates individualized treatment plans according to patient needs and circumstances. They will regularly provide counseling, treatment, and ongoing assessments of patient progress.

Relationships and Contacts

Within the organization: Maintains frequent and close working relationships with program staff and facility team members throughout the organization.

Outside the organization: Initiates and maintains strong professional relationships with clients and families, clinical providers, referral partners and vendors, as needed.

Essential Responsibilities

• Conduct weekly individual therapy and family therapy for each client.
• Monitor behavioral interventions for each client via monitoring shift logs and provide skills coaching as needed.
• Provide case management and social services for each client.
• Record all contacts in progress notes.
• Complete all psychosocial evaluation, treatment plans, contact logs, discharge plans and other reports required for each client.
• Monitor client diary cards.
• Provide regular updates via phone to collateral contacts (family members, referents, etc.).
• Assist with crisis intervention and special activities as needed.
• Complete utilization reviews for insurance companies as needed and assist with peer to peer reviews.
• Collaborate with Clinical Director and Insurance Coordinator to make decisions regarding level of care for insurance clients.
• Monitor and approve visitor and pass requests from clients.
• Implement all Clearview rules, policies and guidelines consistently.
• Maintain professional boundaries with clients at all times.
• Consult with psychiatrist as needed.
• Provide consultation to milieu staff.
• Attend weekly clinical, consultation and business meetings; present cases to be discussed as pre-assigned.
• Attend all relevant trainings, including in-services.
• Meet regularly with supervisor(s) to evaluate each client.
• Perform all other duties as necessary for the good of the agency as instructed by supervisor.

Qualifications: What We Are Seeking:

• Master's degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy or Psychology, California license eligible
• At least one year experience working with clients with substance abuse and/or borderline personality disorder
• Certification or significant experience in providing Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), preferred
• Clearance of TB test, fingerprinting and state clearance, and any other mandatory state/federal requirements
• A valid Driver's license and a generally clean driving record are required. Employees may be required to drive personal or company vehicles.
• State licensing DHS and DSS prohibit individuals with specific criminal charges, conducted by Livescan fingerprint checks. Exemptions offered.

For cash compensation, we set standard ranges for all U.S based roles based on function, level, and geographic location, benchmarked against companies of similar size within the behavioral healthcare industry. In order to be compliant with local legislation, as well as to provide greater transparency to candidates, we share salary ranges on all job postings regardless of desired hiring location. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors, including geographic location as well as candidate experience and expertise, and may vary from the amounts listed above.

Clearview provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Clearview reserves the rights to modify, interpret, or apply this job description in any way the organization desires. This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties, including essential duties, to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities. This job description is not an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The employment relationship remains “At-Will.”

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