Outpatient Mental Health Associate Therapist (Interim)

Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program in Los Angeles is seeking an Associate Therapist for an interim, outpatient role. The position involves working in a dynamic multidisciplinary team to provide treatment services, conduct assessments, and lead therapy sessions.

The role requires a Master’s or Doctorate degree, state certification requirements, and the ability to operate under supervision. A driver’s license is also required to facilitate patient care and transportation as needed.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctorate degree in relevant field.
• Completion of state requirements to conduct therapeutic interventions.
• Operates under supervision and is not fully licensed.
• Must possess a current driver’s license and be in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Ensures clinical documentation is completed timely throughout the course of treatment.
• Establish therapeutic rapport with patients and families/loved ones.
• Facilitates admission assessments and the admission process for new patients with professionalism, courtesy, and a welcoming attitude.
• Understands role in providing expeditious access to care for individuals seeking services.
• Participates in weekly treatment team and communicates weekly treatment goals with all team members.
• Maintains a case load per program guidelines.
• Completes appropriate number of therapy sessions assigned weekly for patients, including family/support system sessions.
• Facilitates group sessions daily in RTC and multiple daily in OP.
• Begins discharge planning on day of admission and completes discharge session with patient.

Education

Master’s or Doctorate degree in relevant field

Job description

Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program in Los Angeles is seeking an Associate Therapist for an interim, outpatient role. The position involves working in a dynamic multidisciplinary team to provide treatment services, conduct assessments, and lead therapy sessions.

The role requires a Master’s or Doctorate degree, state certification requirements, and the ability to operate under supervision. A driver’s license is also required to facilitate patient care and transportation as needed.