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Sierra Health and Wellness
Concord, California

Associate Therapist / Licensed Therapist

CounselorIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$85k-$120k

The week · per this posting · Tuesday – Saturday

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Job Description

Job Details:

Job Location: Concord - Concord, CA, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: Masters Degree, Salary Range: $85000.00 - $120000.00Salary/year, Job Shift: Any, Job Category: Clinical, Sierra Health and Wellness uses evidence-based methods to accomplish the restoration of families, relationships, and self-worth.

By transforming the character, we give life back to the people who have lost it through substance abuse and mental health issues. Our Concord inpatient facility houses 30 clients who receive specialized and personal care from our staff. Our beautifully remodeled location offers amenities to both our clients and staff.

Positions available: Full time: Tuesday- Saturday or Sunday- Thursday Benefits (Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist etc.): A diverse clinical experience providing individual, group, and family therapy services Experience providing formal supervision of associate therapists Competitive pay 10 days paid vacation 5 holidays/ 5 sick days per year Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with NO monthly premium for employee (eligible after 60 days) 401K with a company match of up to 3% (eligible after 1 year and 1,000 hours) Accident & life Insurance ( eligible after 60 days) Essential Functions: Performs journey-level professional casework and clinical services with mentally and emotionally disturbed clients Assesses and monitors clients’ behaviors while in treatment for chemical and alcohol abuse and dependency.

Works as a team member with other professionals Participates in evaluative and diagnostic staff conferences Conducts individual, family, and group therapy; interviews clients and relatives Participates in collaborative treatment with representatives of other agencies Prepares verbal, written, and statistical reports Attends conferences, workshops, and training to maintain current awareness of mental health methodologies and issues Operates a personal computer and other office equipment Communicates effectively with others in person and over the telephone Analyze data, interpret directions, procedures and regulations, and develop appropriate responses Perform job duties under stressful conditions May be assigned some lead and special work coordination responsibilities Education and minimum qualification: Must obtain and maintain a license as a mental health professional regulated by a state board (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC) Must possess a master’s degree in social work, marriage and family therapy, or counseling.

Have at minimum two-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 Preferred education and experience: Two to five years of experience in drug and alcohol counseling Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Salary

Associate Therapist: $85,000 - $105,000 Licensed Therapist: $95,000 - $120,000 The posted pay range is a reasonable estimate that the organization believes in good faith it may pay for this particular job based on the circumstances at the time of posting. This pay range is not a promise of a particular wage. Pay may consider several factors including but not limited to internal equity, experience, specialty, training, hours/shifts worked, business need, and education.

Pay ranges may be adjusted in the future depending upon many factors including business needs. Sierra Health and Wellness is a California network of leading behavioral health and rehab centers for adults and families who suffer from addiction to alcohol, opiates, amphetamines and other addictive substances.

Sierra Health and Wellness is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against applicants, employees or clients on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, veteran status or any other category protected by the law, or patients' decisions regarding advance directives.

Not all services are available at all offices. sierrahealthwellnesscenters.com PM21 #IDSHW26 Qualifications: Required education and experience: 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 Preferred education and experience: Two to three years of experience in drug and alcohol counseling BA or MA degree in related field.

Key Responsibilities

Perform professional casework and clinical services for clients with mental health and substance abuse issues. Conduct individual, family, and group therapy while participating in collaborative treatment planning and reporting.

Requirements

Must possess a master's degree in social work, marriage and family therapy, or counseling and hold a valid state license or registration. Requires at least one to two years of experience in drug and alcohol counseling, along with current CPR and First Aid certification.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Individual therapyClinical assessmentSubstance abuse counselingMental health counselingCrisis interventionHIPAA complianceCase managementDiagnostic evaluationData analysis

Counselor Career Context

Sierra Health and Wellness ranks #8 of 20 employers hiring Counselor on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

Of the 43 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 49% are remote, 28% have no call, 56% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$103k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $93k 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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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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PSLF eligible
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Work-life snapshot

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About Sierra Health and Wellness

Mental Health Care
Sacramento, California
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

10 days paid vacation
5 holidays
5 sick days
Medical, Dental, and Vision (no monthly premium)
401K with up to 3% match
Accident & Life Insurance