Part-Time AMFT Therapist — Trauma-Informed Family Therapy

Serenity Treatment Center Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Serenity Treatment Center in Los Angeles seeks a compassionate Associate Marriage & Family Therapist (AMFT) to join our clinical team on a part-time basis. You will provide direct services including individual, family, and group psychotherapy while supporting treatment planning and discharge planning.

The AMFT will collaborate with the Clinical Director and multidisciplinary staff, maintain accurate EHR documentation, and respond to crises as needed.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a behavioral health field and AMFT registration in CA.
• Ability to provide individual and group therapy under supervision.
• Strong documentation, communication, and time-management skills.
• Team collaboration with clinical staff and outside providers.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group therapy to assigned clients.
• Facilitate family involvement in treatment when clinically appropriate and authorized by the client.
• Maintain regular communication with families, outside providers, and other members of the client's support system as appropriate.
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation in the electronic health record (EHR), including same-day progress notes.
• Participate in treatment planning and coordinate care with psychiatric, medical, case management, and other outside providers.
• Monitor client participation and engagement in the treatment program.
• Identify and appropriately address behavioral concerns and clinical needs.
• Assist with crisis intervention and clinical emergencies as needed.
• Participate in discharge planning and connect clients with appropriate community resources and continuing-care services.
• Maintain a warm, professional, trauma-informed, and therapeutic approach with clients and families.
• Collaborate closely with the Clinical Director and other members of the multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Maintain client confidentiality and comply with ethical, legal, and organizational standards.

Skills

Individual therapy

Group therapy

Family therapy

Crisis intervention

Clinical documentation

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, Counseling, or a related behavioral health field

Current CA AMFT registration in good standing

Job description

Serenity Treatment Center in Los Angeles seeks a compassionate Associate Marriage & Family Therapist (AMFT) to join our clinical team on a part-time basis. You will provide direct services including individual, family, and group psychotherapy while supporting treatment planning and discharge planning.

The AMFT will collaborate with the Clinical Director and multidisciplinary staff, maintain accurate EHR documentation, and respond to crises as needed.