Clinical Therapist

Alliance Recovery; Fountain Valley (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dynamic team environment

Clinical supervision

Gender-specific and co-ed group facil­

16–18 client caseload

Full-time schedule 8 AM–4 PM

Job summary

Alliance Recovery in Fountain Valley, CA is seeking a dedicated Therapist (Full-Time) to join our outpatient addiction treatment team. This role is in-person with a Monday–Friday, 8 AM–4 PM schedule, focusing on group and individual therapy to support clients with substance use and co-occurring disorders.

You will perform biopsychosocial assessments, develop personalized treatment plans, conduct DSM-based evaluations, and apply psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, and 12-step approaches.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field (required).
• Registered Associate with the BBS (AMFT, ACSW, or APCC – required).
• At least 1 year of experience in addiction treatment (preferred).
• Familiarity with EMRs and clinical documentation standards.
• Strong understanding of co-occurring disorders, family systems, and trauma-informed care.
• Excellent communication, organization, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate 1–2 therapy groups per week and provide individual counseling.
• Complete biopsychosocial assessments and develop personalized treatment plans.
• Conduct diagnostic evaluations using current DSM criteria.
• Utilize psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, and 12-step frameworks.
• Collaborate with community resources and referral sources to coordinate client care.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in EMR.
• Provide crisis intervention and risk assessments when needed.
• Uphold licensure, registration, and certification requirements.

Skills

Group facilitation

Individual counseling

Crisis intervention

Trauma-informed care

Communication & teamwork

Education

Master's degree in a related field

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Join Our Team at Alliance Recovery - Therapist (Full-Time)
Fountain Valley, CA | In-Person | Monday–Friday, 8 AM–4 PM

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals struggling with addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders? Alliance Recovery is a leading outpatient Substance Use Disorder facility located in Fountain Valley, CA. We specialize in comprehensive, compassionate care for individuals facing substance abuse and psychiatric challenges.

We are currently seeking a motivated, dedicated, and client-centered therapist to join our growing clinical team. If you're looking for a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth and clinical supervision, we'd love to hear from you!

What We Offer

• A dynamic and supportive team environment

• Clinical supervision (if needed)

• Opportunities to facilitate both gender-specific and co-ed group therapy

• A manageable caseload of 16–18 clients

• A full-time schedule (Monday–Friday, 8 AM–4 PM)

• A chance to truly make an impact in your clients' recovery journey

Your Role & Responsibilities

• Facilitate 1–2 therapy groups per week and provide individual counseling

• Complete biopsychosocial assessments and develop personalized treatment plans

• Conduct diagnostic evaluations using current DSM criteria

• Utilize therapeutic approaches including psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, and 12-step frameworks

• Collaborate with community resources and referral sources to coordinate client care

• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in our Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system

• Provide crisis intervention and risk assessments when needed

• Uphold all licensure, registration, and certification requirements

What We're Looking For

• Master's degree in a related field (required)

• Registered Associate with the BBS (AMFT, ACSW, or APCC – required)

• At least 1 year of experience in addiction treatment (preferred)

• Strong understanding of co-occurring disorders, family systems, and trauma-informed care

• Familiarity with EMRs and clinical documentation standards

• Excellent communication, organization, and teamwork skills

Medical Specialty

• Addiction Medicine