Primary Therapist (AMFT/ACSW/APCC)

Evolve Adolescent Behavioral Health; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Therapist to empower adolescents and transform lives. This role involves providing life-changing mental health treatment in a supportive residential setting. You will utilize evidence-based practices such as DBT and CBT, while collaborating with a passionate team. Enjoy competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. If you are committed to making a difference in the lives of teens, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

PTO, Sick Days, Holidays

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Retirement Planning Options

Quarterly CEU opportunities

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Free Chef-Prepared Meals

Qualifications

• Passion for adolescent mental health and team-oriented attitude.
• Ability to conduct individual and family therapy sessions.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary therapist for assigned clients and families.
• Conduct weekly individual and family therapy sessions.
• Facilitate therapy groups and complete clinical documentation.

Skills

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing (MI)

Therapeutic Alliance

Clinical Documentation

Education

Associate licensure (AMFT, ACSW, APCC)

Fully licensed (LMFT, LCSW, LPCC)

Tools

LiveScan

Job description

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Empower teens. Transform lives. Grow your career.

At Evolve Treatment Centers, we provide life-changing mental health and substance use treatment for adolescents ages 12–17. Our approach blends evidence-based practices with compassion, innovation, and a strong therapeutic alliance. We are currently seeking a Mental Health Therapist for our 6-bed residential treatment center in Sacramento, CA.

Evolve delivers cutting-edge residential, intensive outpatient (IOP), and partial hospitalization (PHP) programs designed to meet the unique needs of teens and their families. Our clinical model is rooted in:

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing (MI)

• Integrated with experiential therapies like Art, music, surf and equine

Empower teens. Transform lives. Grow your career.

At Evolve Treatment Centers, we provide life-changing mental health and substance use treatment for adolescents ages 12–17. Our approach blends evidence-based practices with compassion, innovation, and a strong therapeutic alliance. We are currently seeking a Mental Health Therapist for our 6-bed residential treatment center in Sacramento, CA.

Evolve delivers cutting-edge residential, intensive outpatient (IOP), and partial hospitalization (PHP) programs designed to meet the unique needs of teens and their families. Our clinical model is rooted in:

• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

• Motivational Interviewing (MI)

• Integrated with experiential therapies like Art, music, surf and equine

What You’ll Do:

• Serve as the primary therapist for assigned clients and families

• Conduct weekly individual and family therapy sessions

• Facilitate 1–2 therapy groups/week and complete clinical documentation

• Complete Biopsychosocial & Risk Assessments, develop and monitor Treatment Plans

• Provide after-hours clinical support as part of a phone-based on-call rotation

• Communicate with Utilization Review team for insurance coverage and updates

• Guide clients and families through discharge planning and aftercare coordination

• Participate in weekly Treatment Team and psychiatry meetings

• Complete timely documentation in compliance with licensing/accreditation standards

• Assess and respond to clinical risk, safety planning, and mandated reporting

• Interpret Outcomes Program data to inform treatment planning
  

What We’re Looking For:

• Associate licensure (AMFT, ACSW, APCC) or fully licensed (LMFT, LCSW, LPCC) in California

• Valid California Driver’s License

• Ability to pass LiveScan, criminal background check, and child abuse index clearance

• Willingness to support and interact with COVID-positive clients, if needed

• Passion for adolescent mental health and a team-oriented, flexible attitude

Perks & Benefits:

• Competitive Salary ($85K–$95K depending on experience)

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

• PTO, Sick Days, Holidays, Religious Observance Leave

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Retirement Planning Options

• Quarterly CEU opportunities + regular training & career development

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Free Chef-Prepared Meals on site

Join us and help change lives

For information on Evolve's privacy practices, see the Evolve California Personnel Privacy Notice located at https://evolvetreatment.com/personnel-privacy-notice/.

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