Primary Therapist

Alsana; Pacific Grove (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental & Vision

Generous PTO

401(k) with company match

Continuing education stipend

Free meals & snacks

Job summary

A dedicated eating recovery community is seeking a Primary Therapist in Pacific Grove, California. This role involves providing therapy, case management, and support for individuals facing eating disorders. Candidates should have a Master's degree in social work or counselling with two years of relevant experience. The position offers a full benefits package including medical plans, generous PTO, and ongoing education support. Join a compassionate team committed to personalized, whole-person care.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work, clinical counseling, or related discipline.
• Two years' experience with eating disordered clients or equivalent.
• Eligible for registration with professional association.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultation and therapy to individuals with eating disorders.
• Assess clients and formulate treatment plans.
• Conduct individual and family therapy sessions.
• Document progress within established time frames.
• Participate in meals and provide direct care support.

Skills

Consultation skills

Therapeutic intervention

Crisis stabilization

Documentation skills

Education

Master’s degree in social work or clinical counseling

Job description

Sign‑On Bonus!

Associate Licensed candidates encouraged to apply! (ACSW, ASW, AMFT, APC)

Schedules Available

Tuesday - Saturday 9:00am to 5:00pm OR Sunday - Thursday 9:00am to 5:00pm

Who We Are

At Alsana, we’re a dedicated eating recovery community helping adults of all genders heal with personalized, whole‑person care. We offer in‑person residential, outpatient, and virtual programs nationwide including adolescent PHP/IOP to meet clients wherever they are in their recovery journey. Our approach addresses the aspects of eating disorders that often go untreated in traditional programs by focusing on five key dimensions of care: medical, nutritional, movement, relational, and therapeutic.

Our culture is built on communication, collaboration, compassion, and integrity—all essential in crafting individualized treatment plans that support meaningful, lasting recovery. Behind the scenes, every team member plays a vital role in making healing possible and that includes you.

What You’ll Do

As a Primary Therapist at Alsana, you will provide consultation, case management, and therapy on complex cases to individuals who have and are affected by serious eating disorders. You will assess clients, determine referral needs, provide group therapy, family therapy, and group education and formulate and implement treatment plans.

• Performs, interprets, and provides feedback to clients on various assessments relevant to eating disorder treatment (e.g., psychosocial assessment, suicide risk assessment, core assessment packet)
• Provides individual therapy sessions for clients, utilizing appropriate interventions adapted to the needs of the client.
• Completes appropriate and thorough documentation within established time frames, including progress notes for individual and family sessions, weekly therapy assessments, treatment plans, and discharge summaries.
• Communicates with outpatient team to provide updates on client progress and to provide continuity of care.
• Attends weekly training and individual/group supervisions as assigned.
• Assists direct care in providing observations for clients, managing milieu conflict, and supporting clients.
• Participates in meals and snacks with clients as assigned.
• Provides crisis stabilization for clients in the milieu who may become de‑escalated at times.
• Provides “check‑ins” with clients as needed based on the needs of the client and the appropriateness of the check‑in.
• Provides “on‑call” coverage during assigned times.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work, Clinical Counseling, or other relevant health related discipline (ALC, LCSW, LPC, PhD)
• Two years’ recent related experience working with eating disordered clients or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Eligible for registration with relevant professional association
• Ability to educate and provide consultation to clients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Comprehensive knowledge of psychiatric diagnosis and professional practice guidelines for the treatment of various disorders
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant Acts such as Mental Health Act, Freedom of Information Act, pertinent regulations, policies and procedures, and other statutory duties

Benefits That Support You

At Alsana, we believe in taking care of the people who take care of others. Our benefits are designed to support your health, well‑being, and growth in all that you do.

Full‑time Team Members Enjoy

• Medical plans
  • (Anthem BCBS nationwide; Kaiser also available in CA)
• Dental & Vision (Guardian)
• HSA Plans with Company Contribution
• FSA Medical, Limited Purpose, and Dependent Care Plan Options
• Generous PTO, sick time, COVID time, & 6 paid holidays
• 401(k) – eligible after 60 days
• Short‑term disability (company‑paid for non‑CA; CA uses state plan)
• Continuing education stipend (position‑specific, after 6 months)
• Company‑Paid Basic Life and AD&D and Employee Assistance Program
• Additional Voluntary Insurances- Critical Illness, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Accident, & Hospital Indemnity
• LifeMart employee discounts
• Free meals & snacks (position‑specific)

Join us in helping people feel rooted, engaged, and respected as they find their path to recovery. Together, we foster a community built on compassion, mutual respect, and whole‑hearted care.