Primary Therapist

Evolve Treatment Centers offers cutting-edge intensive outpatient, partial hospitalization, and residential programs for teens ages 12 to 17 struggling with substance use and mental health disorders. We use evidence-based treatment modalities, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI), as well as several experiential therapies.

We currently have an opening for a Mental Health Therapist for our 6 bed adolescent residential center in Encinitas, CA!

Responsibilities

• Act as the point-person for each assigned client and their family during treatment
• Provide individual and family therapy to each client at a weekly frequency commensurate with the current level of care
• Facilitate 1-2 groups per week and complete group notes in the medical record
• Orient new clients and their caregivers to treatment and the program structure
• Facilitate Biopsychosocial Assessments and Risk Assessments for clients upon admission
• Create comprehensive treatment plans for clients, monitor progress and adjust, as needed

Complete all clinical documentation (Initial and Master Treatment Plans, Treatment Plan Reviews, Progress Notes, Discharge Summaries, etc.) within required timelines and in line with Evolve, licensing, and accreditation standards

Participate in the clinical on-call rotation and provide phone-based support to on-site staff; assist with managing after-hours crises and emergencies via phone

Communicate medical necessity for clients to the Utilization Review team to ensure adequate insurance coverage is obtained

Support clients and their families with discharge preparation, including after-care and living arrangement planning and Home Contract creation

• Coordinate with Program Director and select clinically appropriate discharge dates for clients
• Assess client belongings for clinical and safety-related appropriateness in a timely manner

Identify clinically appropriate interventions for clients and communicate them to the Treatment Team, as needed

Assess client risk throughout treatment and update behavioral interventions and safety plans, as needed per the Risk Assessment Policy and Procedure

Provide clinical updates on clients during Treatment Team and weekly psychiatry meetings to ensure team coordination regarding client care

• Attend all trainings as assigned by Program Director
• Fulfill mandated reporting requirements as needed and with guidance from the Program Director
• Ensure that Outcomes Program assessments are completed at the required timepoints
• Interpret Outcomes Program data and integrate it into differential diagnosis and treatment planning
• Other duties, as assigned by the Program Director

Requirements

• Associates with AMFT/ACSW/APCC or licensed LMFT/LCSW/LPCC in California
• Must possess a valid California Drivers license.
• Must be able to pass a LiveScan background check and clear federal and state criminal background checks, and child abuse indexes.
• Must be willing to interact with COVID-positive clients, as needed
• Payrate: Unlicensed $75-80k Licensed $85-90k
• This is a Full-time, onsite position.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off - We understand a healthy work/life balance is crucial for our success, so we maintain a flexible Paid Time Off policy. Employees start accruing PTO immediately upon hire. In addition, employees receive paid holidays, paid sick days, and time off for bereavement and religious observances.

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)/Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - As a mental health treatment provider, we understand the importance of maintaining the emotional health and personal well-being of each member of our staff.

Retirement Planning

Professional Training - We invest in professional growth, offering quarterly continued education, ongoing training, and professional development courses for all employees.

Free Meals – Employees working at our Residential Treatment Centers are offered free meals provided by our in-house chef.

For information on Evolve's privacy practices, see the Evolve California Personnel Privacy Notice located at evolvetreatment.com.