Field-Based Therapist for Recovery & Justice-Involved

Project 180; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Project 180 is a leading provider of forensic behavioral health services within Los Angeles County, delivering wraparound and recovery-focused care through the Project Based Housing program.

The therapist role involves intensive field-based clinical work, including psychotherapy, case management, and crisis intervention, supported by a multidisciplinary team. Licensed clinicians engage justice-involved clients toward meaningful recovery goals.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work or mental health, with valid license (e.g. BBS).
• Experience working with culturally diverse populations.
• Valid CA driver’s license, proof of insurance and own vehicle.
• Ability to transport clients in a personal vehicle as needed.
• Must not be on probation or parole.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide intensive, wraparound, on-site and field-based clinical services.
• Engage clients with rapport, motivational interviewing, and outreach.
• Provide individual and group psychotherapy, rehabilitation, case management, and crisis intervention.
• Coordinate with collaterals (family, probation, court) and provide mental health education.
• Maintain comprehensive case notes and billing records.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to plan and execute interventions.

Skills

Clinical care

Empathy

Collaboration

Adaptability

Critical thinking

Organization

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in social work or mental health

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Project 180 is a leading provider of forensic behavioral health services within Los Angeles County, delivering wraparound and recovery-focused care through the Project Based Housing program.

The therapist role involves intensive field-based clinical work, including psychotherapy, case management, and crisis intervention, supported by a multidisciplinary team. Licensed clinicians engage justice-involved clients toward meaningful recovery goals.