Therapist Associate: SUD & Family Therapy Specialist

Sierra Health and Wellness Centers LLC; California; On-site; USD 80,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Health and Wellness Centers is seeking an Associate Therapist in Carmichael, CA to deliver evidence-based therapy to clients in chemical and alcohol abuse treatment. The role includes individual, group, and family therapy, with crisis response and aftercare planning as essential duties.

The position requires a Master’s degree and state registration (ASW/AMFT/APC), plus at least one year of addiction counseling experience. A CPR/First Aid cert and a valid license are required.

Qualifications

• Must obtain and maintain a registration number regulated by a state board (ASW, AMFT, APC).
• Must possess a master’s degree in social work, marriage and family therapy, or counseling.
• Have at minimum one-year experience in Drug and Alcohol counseling.
• Very familiar with HIPAA/client confidentiality and personal rights.
• Must possess a current CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Treating, assessing, monitoring, and developing a comprehensive plan for clients in chemical and alcohol abuse treatment.
• Provide weekly individual and group therapy and respond to immediate clinical needs such as crisis response and milieu management.
• Provide family therapy when requested and clinically indicated.
• Collaborate in weekly multidisciplinary treatment planning and with the certified SUD counselor to develop an aftercare plan.
• Document all clinical interactions in the electronic medical record and support case management activities.

Skills

Mental health counseling

Group therapy

Individual therapy

Crisis intervention

EMR documentation

Education

Master's degree in counseling/related field

State board registration (ASW/AMFT/APC)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Sierra Health and Wellness Centers is seeking an Associate Therapist in Carmichael, CA to deliver evidence-based therapy to clients in chemical and alcohol abuse treatment. The role includes individual, group, and family therapy, with crisis response and aftercare planning as essential duties.

The position requires a Master’s degree and state registration (ASW/AMFT/APC), plus at least one year of addiction counseling experience. A CPR/First Aid cert and a valid license are required.