Associate Therapist Training Program

Evolve Adolescent Behavioral Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Evolve Treatment Centers in California seeks an Associate Therapist trainee to support residential and outpatient programs for adolescents, providing biopsychosocial assessments, individual and family therapy, and DBT group leadership under supervision.

This full-time on-site role offers clinical supervision, ongoing training, and exposure to both residential and outpatient settings, with opportunities to expand clinical voice and skills while working across Tarzana, Woodland Hills, Agoura

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in clinical psychology, counseling, or social work.
• Active California BBS associate number.
• Willingness to travel between Tarzana, Woodland Hills, Agoura Hills and Calabasas locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and family therapy for teens and families.
• Lead DBT skills groups and provide therapy under supervision.
• Complete biopsychosocial assessments and clinical documentation.
• Collaborate in weekly treatment team meetings and treatment planning.
• Coordinate with Residential Counselors and After‑Care for discharge planning.

Skills

Teen therapy

DBT groups

Clinical supervision

Documentation

Education

Master’s degree in clinical psychology

Job description

At Evolve Treatment Centers, you’ll have the opportunity to bring your clinical skills to a team that genuinely cares - working in a supportive, collaborative environment where growth (yours and your clients’) is the priority.

Our Associate Therapist Training Program is designed for early-career clinicians who want hands‑on experience working with adolescents navigating acute mental health challenges. You’ll gain exposure to both residential and outpatient settings while building confidence in your clinical voice and skillset.

In this role, you’ll support residential programs programs by completing biopsychosocial assessments, stepping into the role of Primary Therapist for assigned clients, and providing coverage as needed. As a Primary Therapist, you’ll lead DBT skills groups, facilitate individual and family therapy, and complete clinical documentation within required timelines.

We’re looking for someone who’s curious, motivated, and ready to learn - someone who can thrive in a fast‑paced environment while staying grounded and client‑centered. You’ll receive consistent clinical supervision, along with ongoing training and shadowing opportunities to support your growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and family therapy for teens and their families
• Complete biopsychosocial assessments (with support and independently over time)
• Collaborate with the clinical team during weekly treatment meetings
• Participate in weekly training track supervision to deepen your understanding of acute care
• Partner with Residential Counselors to reinforce effective behavioral interventions
• Co‑facilitate—and eventually lead—DBT skills groups
• Complete treatment plans, weekly reviews, and all required clinical documentation

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology, Counseling, or Social Work
• Active California BBS associate number (AMFT, ACSW, or APCC)
• California DL and willingness to travel between Tarzana, Woodland Hills, Agoura Hills, and Calabasas locations

Schedule And Compensation

• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM (full‑time, onsite)
• Pay: $33-34/hour

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of adolescents? At Evolve Treatment Centers, we offer a unique opportunity to combine clinical expertise with compassionate care in a supportive, team‑based environment.

The Associate Therapist training program provides a unique opportunity for clinicians to gain experience working with teens facing acute mental health issues, as well as understanding residential and intensive outpatient settings. The Associate Therapist will provide clinical support to the residential and outpatient programs by completing Biopsychosocial Assessments, acting as a Primary Therapist to clients as assigned, and providing Primary Therapist coverage as assigned. Primary Therapist duties include, but are not limited to, running DBT Skills Training groups, providing individual and family therapy, and completing all clinical documentation within the required timelines. This individual should be eager to learn and comfortable with a fast‑paced environment. Clinical supervision will be provided, as well as several other training and shadowing opportunities.

Job Duties:

• Provide individual and family therapy to teens and their families
• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments upon admission both with assistance from Primary Therapists and independently
• Attend weekly clinical treatment teams and collaborate with clinicians to carry out individualized treatment plans
• Attend weekly Training Track supervisions with peers to learn and understand acute care services
• Participate in individual supervision when directly assigned cases
• Provide case management support and coordinate with After‑Care manager to ensure clients have appropriate discharge plans
• Coach and collaborate with Residential Counselors to ensure effective behavioral interventions are carried‑out with clients
• Participate in, and eventually lead, DBT skills groups
• Complete weekly treatment plan reviews, master treatment plans, and other required clinical documentation

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in clinical psychology, Counseling, or Social Work
• Active BBS associate number (AMFT/ACSW/APCC)
• 1-year minimum training commitment requestedMust be willing to go to all our locations in Tarzana, Woodland Hills, Agoura Hills, Calabasas

Hours: Monday-Friday 9 am - 5:30 pm. This is a full‑time, onsite position.

Payrate: $33-34/hour

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