Associate Therapist / Licensed Therapist

Sierra Health and Wellness; California; On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Health and Wellness is seeking an Associate Therapist in Bangor, CA to treat clients in a chemical and alcohol dependency program through individual, group, and family therapy. The role supports multidisciplinary planning and aftercare while maintaining HIPAA standards.

The position offers a salary range of $80,000–$90,000 per year and requires a master's degree with state licensure eligibility, plus relevant clinical experience.

Qualifications

• Must obtain and maintain a state board registration (ASW/AMFT/APC).
• Master’s degree in social work, marriage and family therapy, or counseling.
• At least 1 year experience in drug and alcohol counseling.
• HIPAA familiarity and client confidentiality.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and family therapy.
• Develop and monitor treatment plans for clients in treatment.
• Collaborate in weekly multidisciplinary treatment planning and aftercare.
• Respond to clinical emergencies and crisis situations.
• Document clinical interactions in electronic medical records.

Skills

Effective communication

HIPAA compliance

Crisis management

Interpersonal skills

Education

MSW / MFT / Counseling degree

State board registration (ASW/AMFT/APC)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Bangor (107) - Bangor, CA, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: Masters Degree, Salary Range: $80000.00 - $90000.00Salary/year, Job Shift: Any, Job Category: Clinical, Job Description:

The Associate Therapist is responsible for treating, assessing, monitoring, and developing a comprehensive plan to meet the needs of clients while in treatment for chemical and alcohol abuse and dependency. The Associate Therapist is responsible for providing ongoing direct client care through weekly individual and group therapy, as well as responding to immediate clinical needs such as AMA prevention, crisis response, and milieu management. In addition, the Associate Therapist provides family therapy to clients who request this service and where clinically indicated. The Associate Therapist is a primary member and participant in weekly multidisciplinary treatment planning and works collaboratively with the certified SUD counselor to develop a comprehensive aftercare plan post-discharge. Documentation within the electronic healthcare record is required for all clinical interactions and relevant case management activities. The Associate Therapist may also provide ongoing clinical consultation and support for the certified SUD counselors.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Performs professional mental health and substance use disorder services with clients in treatment for chemical and alcohol abuse and dependency.
• Provides individual, group, and family therapy services.
• Assesses and monitors client’s progress and behavior while in treatment.
• Participates in multidisciplinary treatment planning and aftercare planning.
• Participates in collaborative treatment with representatives of other agencies.
• Responds to clinical emergencies and acute client needs.
• Responds to client complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
• Records noteworthy events involving clinical services and client activities in the electronic medical record.
• Reviews client chart for completion of all paperwork with appropriate signatures; may complete weekly audits.
• Attends conferences, workshops, and training to maintain current awareness of mental health and SUD methodologies and issues.
• Maintains confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations.
• Operates a personal computer and other office equipment.
• Communicates effectively with others in person and over the telephone.
• May be assigned some lead and special work coordination responsibilities.

Competencies:

• Principles, procedures, techniques, trends of clinical and casework services, therapy, and treatment.
• Social aspects and characteristics of mental and emotional disturbances and substance use disorders.
• Principles of mental health and substance use disorder education.
• A wide variety of therapeutic and treatment approaches for persons with mental and emotional problems.
• Scope, availability, and activities of community resources, including other mental health and social service agencies.
• Current trends in mental hygiene, mental health, public health, and social services, including State and Federal programs in these areas.
• Expert communication skills and counseling abilities
• Commitment to the philosophy of recovery, continuity of the program, and to affirming the dignity and respect of all clients.

Work Environment:

• Office and Health care setting with clients and other employees present.
• Working indoors primarily and outdoors occasionally.
• Working in close proximity to others.
• May walk on slippery and uneven walking surfaces.
• Excessive continuous noise at times.
• Typical office and group counseling environment.
• Mostly indoor office environment with windows and lights.

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Attending conferences or training session.

Travel Required:

Ability to travel to various office or facility locations.

Affirmative Action/EEOC Statement:

Sierra Health and Wellness is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Associate Salary: $80,000 - $90,000

Licensed Salary: $90,000 - $115,000

Qualifications: Required education and experience:

• Must obtain and maintain a registration number regulated by a state board (ASW, AMFT, APC)
• Must possess a master’s degree in social work, marriage and family therapy, or counseling.
• Have at minimum one-year experience in Drug and Alcohol counseling.
• Very familiar with HIPAA/client confidentiality and personal rights.
• Must possess a current CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License

Preferred education and experience:

• Two to three years of experience in drug and alcohol counseling
• BA or MA degree in related field.