Associate Therapist (Sanctuary) - Tarzana

Duties and responsibilities:

• Responsible for individual, group and family therapy sessions to discuss effective coping skills and assist clients in identifying the reasons for their addiction.
• Conducts client psychosocial assessment, develops and monitors the implementation of individualized treatment plans, carries out client intake process, and is available to solve any pertinent issues.
• Collaborates with treatment team comprised of clinical staff, including the clinical director, program director and counselors.
• Provide effective crisis management and intervention.
• Demonstrate an understanding of patient care through charting, documenting progress and provide service referrals when needed.
• Maintain professional boundaries and with all staff, clients, families and visitors
• Perform any other duties as needed.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree from accredited social work, marriage and family therapy or psychology program.
• Registration with State of California Board of Behavioral Health as a registered associate (AMFT, APCC or ACSW) with number.
• Experience working with substance use and mental health, in a treatment center preferred.
• Able to maintain a professional manner with staff, clients, and visitors.
• Able to work in a fast paced setting under pressure and maintain open, and proper communication.
• Must be fluent in speaking, reading, and writing English.
• Good physical and mental health.
• Able to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of clients and employees of an organization.
• Ability to relate harmoniously with staff and clients of diverse ethnic and economic backgrounds

Benefits:

Renewal Health group, offers competitive salaries for all positions. Regular employees working at least 30 hours per week are eligible for:

• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance.
• Reimbursement for licensing fees and education assistance.
• Employee referral bonus
• Healthcare Flexible spending account with $250 company contribution for Full time employees
• Paid vacation, sick leave, 6 paid holidays, jury duty pay
• Direct deposit and same-day pay
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) retirement plan with 4% dollar for dollar match to employees who work a minimum of 1,000 hours per fiscal year.

1. Hiring is contingent upon completion of a background check, TB test, and clearance on a drug screen and pre-employment physical. Current First Aid and CPR certification or willing to obtain upon hire.