Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Listed compensation
$115k-$120k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: Passages Malibu - Malibu, CA 90265Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Master's degreeSalary Range: $115,000.00 - $120,000.00 Salary/yearTravel Percentage: Local travel among company locationsJob Category: Health Care
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) – Full Time Join the Clinical Team at Passages | Malibu, California At Passages, we believe recovery is about more than simply treating addiction, it’s about helping people understand themselves, heal relationships, and create a healthier, more fulfilling life. Recognized by Healthcare Global as the #1 Rehab in the World, Passages provides an exclusive, holistic, Non-12 Step approach to addiction treatment. Our caring and passionate team at Passages has successfully helped thousands of people struggling with drug and alcohol dependency. We are looking for a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who is passionate about helping individuals and families navigate the challenges of substance use, emotional wellness, and relationships. As an LMFT at Passages, you'll have the opportunity to work closely with clients as they make meaningful changes in their lives. You'll use your clinical expertise to help clients explore underlying issues, strengthen relationships, develop healthier coping strategies, and build a foundation for long-term recovery. What You’ll Do Duties may include, but are not limited to: Provide individual, group, and family therapy, with an emphasis on relational and interpersonal healing. Conduct initial and ongoing clinical assessments to identify client needs and treatment priorities. Develop individualized treatment plans and follow-up plans based on each client’s goals and clinical needs. Collaborate with the multidisciplinary treatment team to develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans. Support clients in developing insight, improving relationships, and creating sustainable tools for recovery. Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with applicable standards and company policies. Level II: Provide clinical supervision to Associate Clinical Social Workers, Associate Marriage and Family Therapists, and/or Associate Professional Clinical Counselors. What We’re Looking For We’re looking for a compassionate, experienced LMFT who is passionate about helping clients understand the underlying factors contributing to substance use and supporting them through meaningful, lasting change.
Required
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related field. Current, valid California license in good standing as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
Current, valid California Driver License with a satisfactory driving record, as determined by company discretion.
Additional Requirements – Level II Meet and maintain all applicable California requirements to provide supervision to Associate Clinical Social Workers, Associate Marriage and Family Therapists, and/or Associate Professional Clinical Counselors.
Maintain a current and active California LMFT license that is not suspended or on probation. Additional
Qualifications
Must successfully complete all applicable pre-employment requirements, including tuberculosis screening, background checks, driving record checks, drug screening, and professional reference checks. Ongoing screenings and monitoring may be required during employment in accordance with applicable law and company policy. Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, and holidays, to support the needs of a 24/7/365 healthcare facility.
Why Join Passages? At Passages, your work has a direct impact on the people we serve. You’ll join a team that is deeply committed to providing personalized care and helping clients move beyond addiction toward a healthier and more purposeful life.
As part of our team, you’ll enjoy: Competitive compensation Robust benefits package, including student loan repayment assistance The opportunity to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary clinical environment The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of clients and their families
Key Responsibilities
Provide individual, group, and family therapy while developing and implementing individualized treatment plans for clients. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and provide clinical supervision to associate-level staff.
Requirements
Requires a Master's degree in a relevant field and a current, valid California LMFT license. Candidates must also possess a valid California driver's license and pass all pre-employment screenings.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Marriage & Family Therapy — Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) listings this role was benchmarked against, 42% are remote, 32% have no call, 62% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$118k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $106k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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