Licensed Primary Therapist

Addiction CounselorFull-Time

Listed compensation

$32-$38/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.

Posted 7mo ago

Job Description

Schedule: Schedule Template 1: Sunday-Thursday 8:30am-5pm

Schedule Template 2: Tuesday-Saturday 8:30am-5pm

About Us

At Keystone Retreat Behavioral Health we believe real change starts with connection. Everyone deserves support, hope, and the chance to move forward.

We’re not just a treatment center, we’re a team of people who care deeply about walking alongside those navigating substance use and mental health challenges. Helping someone believe in themselves again, that’s what this work is about. And we’ve been fortunate to witness that kind of transformation time and time again.

Our team shows up every day with purpose. We’re here for the tough moments and the quiet wins. We fight for people until they’re strong enough to fight for themselves.

If you're someone who wants to be part of something meaningful, something that truly leaves people better than you found them, you’ll find your place here.

Role Summary

We’re seeking a compassionate Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Therapist to join our clinical team. In this role, you’ll provide individual and group therapy, support clients through their recovery, and collaborate with leadership on treatment planning, crisis intervention, and discharge preparation. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a team-centered environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

  • Provide individual and group therapy using variety of modalities: CBT, DBT, EFT, ACT, and MI.
  • Complete and maintain individual and group therapy notes and documentation.
  • Develop and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with clients, their families, colleagues, and external partners to support effective treatment.
  • Therapist will provide assessment and participate in the treatment planning with clients and their families/significant others.
  • Facilitate and evaluate outcome measurements and adjust interventions and treatment plans accordingly.
  • Adapt therapy to meet the individual needs of clients based on their reactions and expressed needs.
  • Discuss progress toward treatment goals with clients.
  • Assist and facilitate discharge planning and community outreach.
  • Initiate, facilitate and promote on-site activities, therapeutic support, and educational groups and community meetings.
  • Respond to emergencies and initiate action as required.
  • Attend and participate in staff meetings and trainings.
  • Other duties as assigned by Clinical Director to support overall clinical operations.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working with individuals with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders.
  • Ability to use motivational interviewing to reinforce client’s power to make change.
  • Possess knowledge of HIPAA.
  • Possess experience and/or education with crisis management.
  • The candidate will show skills and competency in working with clients, from undertaking clinical assessments, planning and delivery of care to review of effective methods of interventions, in order to shape continuing service provision which will meet the needs of individuals.
  • Preferred candidates should be able to work well within a team and independently, effective communication skills, time management, ability to problem solve, and strong professional boundaries.
  • The candidate will be sensitive to religious, ethnic, and cultural differences.
  • Knowledge of CBT, DBT, 12-step recovery, and other evidenced-based theories is a plus.

Minimum Requirements

  • Master’s degree in clinical psychology or social work
  • Therapist License: LMFT, AMFT, LCSW, LSW, LCPC, or LPC
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Current CPR and First Aid Certification or willing to obtain
  • Must successfully complete Background Check, Drug Screen, and TB Test

Physical Requirements

  • Light lifting, able to walk up and down stairs, and extended periods of time sitting.

Benefits

  • PTO, Holiday, & Sick Time
  • Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
  • CEU Incentive Program
  • Clinical Incentive Training Program w/ Tuition Reimbursement
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Quarterly Bonuses based on KPI’s
  • Retirement Plan

Requirements

Minimum requirements include a Master's degree in clinical psychology or social work, a relevant therapist license (LMFT, LCSW, LPC, etc.), a valid driver's license, and current CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain them. Candidates should also pass a background check, drug screen, and TB test.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Individual TherapyProblem Solving

Addiction Medicine — Counselor Career Context

Of the 47 active Addiction Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 55% are remote, 45% have no call, 83% require no weekends.

Addiction Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

How many Addiction Medicine jobs are remote?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$67k–$79kAddiction Medicine median $73k (middle half $55k–$86k)269 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 55% remote · 45% no call · 83% no weekends47 benchmarked listings
Addiction Medicine pay trend+2.3% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index; as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Benefits & Perks

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Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

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About Sunshine Behavioral Health

Medical Practices
San Juan Capistrano, California
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

PTO
Holiday Pay
Sick Time
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
CEU Incentive Program
Clinical Incentive Training Program