Primary Therapist (Addiction Treatment)

Job Description

Job Description

Primary Therapist – Detox & Residential Treatment

Location: Hidden Hills, California
Position Type: Full-Time | Onsite
Industry: Behavioral Health | Substance Use Disorder Treatment

Confidential Clinical Opportunity

An established behavioral healthcare organization is seeking a dedicated Primary Therapist to join its clinical team supporting adults receiving detoxification and residential addiction treatment.

This opportunity is ideal for a compassionate, clinically driven professional who values individualized treatment, manageable caseloads, and a collaborative approach to recovery.

The organization emphasizes personalized care, clinical consistency, and meaningful therapeutic relationships within a supportive treatment environment.

Both registered associate clinicians and fully licensed therapists are encouraged to apply.

Position Overview

The Primary Therapist will provide individual and group therapy, clinical assessments, treatment planning, and ongoing therapeutic support to clients navigating substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions.

Working alongside an interdisciplinary team of clinical, medical, and behavioral healthcare professionals, this individual will play an essential role in supporting clients throughout their treatment and recovery process.

The position offers a manageable caseload, access to experienced clinical leadership, and opportunities for continued professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual therapy to clients receiving detoxification and residential treatment

• Facilitate therapeutic groups and psychoeducational programming

• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments

• Develop individualized treatment plans and monitor client progress

• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation

• Collaborate with medical, psychiatric, nursing, and case management professionals

• Incorporate family involvement into treatment when clinically appropriate

• Assist with discharge planning, aftercare coordination, and continuity of care

• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment meetings and clinical case consultations

• Utilize evidence-based therapeutic interventions appropriate for substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions

• Maintain professional boundaries and a compassionate, client-centered approach to treatment

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, Psychology, or a related clinical discipline

• Active California associate registration or independent clinical licensure , including:

• Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT)

• Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW)

• Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC)

• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

• Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)

• Strong clinical assessment, treatment planning, and documentation skills

• Ability to provide both individual and group therapy

• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams

• Dependable, organized, and committed to delivering consistent, high-quality clinical care

• Ability to work full-time onsite in Hidden Hills, California

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience treating substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions

• Previous experience in detoxification or residential behavioral healthcare

• Background in outpatient treatment, PHP, or IOP programming

• Familiarity with trauma-informed and evidence-based therapeutic approaches

• Experience facilitating clinical groups and coordinating continuing care

Candidates with strong outpatient or group therapy backgrounds are encouraged to apply, even without extensive residential treatment experience.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a motivated, compassionate, and clinically capable therapist who enjoys working directly with clients and contributing to a collaborative treatment environment.

This individual should be comfortable managing clinical responsibilities independently while recognizing the importance of communication, consistency, and teamwork.

We are seeking someone who values long-term professional growth, takes pride in delivering meaningful therapeutic care, and wants to become an integral member of a supportive clinical organization.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Manageable clinical caseload allowing for individualized client attention

• In-house clinical supervision available for registered associates pursuing independent licensure

• Collaborative environment with medical, psychiatric, nursing, and clinical support

• Opportunity to work with clients at important stages of their recovery

• Supportive clinical leadership and opportunities for professional development

• Established behavioral healthcare organization with long-term growth opportunities

Schedule

Full-Time | 100% Onsite

Specific scheduling details will be discussed during the interview process.

CONFIDENTIAL SEARCH: This opportunity is being represented by 10X Recruitment on behalf of a confidential behavioral healthcare organization. The employer's identity and specific treatment location will be disclosed only to qualified candidates during the recruitment process.

IMPORTANT: Candidates must hold an active California associate registration or independent clinical license and be available to work onsite. This is not a remote or hybrid opportunity.