Inpatient Therapist – Addiction & MH

SoCal Detox; Laguna Beach (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SoCal Detox in Laguna Beach seeks an inpatient clinician for a 12-bed facility. The role supports therapy-driven groups, individual counseling, and detailed charting in a structured, high-quality program.

Candidate should have AMFT or ASW eligibility, experience with addiction/mental health, and strong skills in assessment, crisis intervention, and documentation using KIPU software. On-call weekend coverage is required.

Qualifications

• AMFT or ASW entry welcomed; licenses required/permitted depending on state.
• Experience with addiction and mental health preferred; co-occurring disorders a plus.
• Comfort with utilization reviews, Joint Commission standards, and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct therapy-driven groups weekly and individual sessions.
• Maintain client charts and progress notes with accuracy.
• Prepare comprehensive clinical summaries and aftercare plans.
• Develop person-centered care plans with prioritized goals.
• Provide crisis intervention and coordinate with insurers for utilization reviews.
• Collaborate with treatment team in weekly meetings and trainings.
• Communicate effectively with referrers and aftercare facilities as needed.

Skills

AMFT/ASW

Crisis Intervention

Evidence-based counseling

Group therapy

Documentation

KIPU client management

Client assessment

Cultural competence

Education

AMFT or ASW welcome

Tools

KIPU

Word/Pages

Spreadsheets

Email

Job description

SoCal Detox in Laguna Beach seeks an inpatient clinician for a 12-bed facility. The role supports therapy-driven groups, individual counseling, and detailed charting in a structured, high-quality program.

Candidate should have AMFT or ASW eligibility, experience with addiction/mental health, and strong skills in assessment, crisis intervention, and documentation using KIPU software. On-call weekend coverage is required.