Therapist, Substance Use Disorder Services (Pasadena)

Therapist, Substance Use Disorder Services (Pasadena)

Who We Are:

We are a premier provider dedicated to healing children and young adults, strengthening families, and transforming communities through quality, comprehensive services and advocacy. We envision a world in which children and young adults, families, and communities are able to heal, grow, and thrive.

Starting Salary Range: $71,500- $80,500

• Therapist BBS $71,500
• Therapist BBS plus Bilingual $ 75,500
• Therapist BBS, Bilingual, plus Licensed $ 80,500

4/10 Work Schedule | In-Person: Tuesday through Friday | 9:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. (Tuesday-Thursday) and (Friday) 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m., with occasional Saturdays based on program needs.

What We Offer:

An outstanding benefits package and numerous opportunities for career growth and advancement within our organization!

• AI-assisted note-taking to streamline documentation
• This role is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• 13 Paid Holidays per year, including Juneteenth
• Earn up to 16 days of paid vacation time, plus 50 hours of paid sick leave annually
• 401(k) with no wait period and no vesting schedule
• 401(k) matching up to 4%
• Medical insurance offering 3 HMO with Kaiser and Health Net, and also a PPO Plan
• The Difference Card- Employer-funded benefit that works alongside an employee's health insurance plan to help offset out-of-pocket costs like copays, deductibles, and coinsurance.
• Dental insurance both HMO & PPO options, with 100% employer paid for HMO employee only coverage plan
• Vision insurance offers 100% employer-paid vision plan through EyeMed for you and your entire family
• Life and AD&D insurance 100% employer paid up to two times the annual salary
• Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account for Medical and Dependent Care
• Employee Assistance Program

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned.

The essential functions include:

Clinical Services

• Maintain a clinical caseload of individuals receiving outpatient substance use disorder treatment services.
• Provide individual therapy, group therapy, family counseling, and crisis intervention services consistent with program standards.
• Provide services using evidence-based and trauma-informed practices, including but not limited to: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Relapse Prevention, and Harm Reduction approaches
• Support individuals in developing recovery goals and strategies that promote long-term recovery and wellness.
• Assist with administrative and clinical intake processes, including standardized inquiries, screening, admission, assessment, authorization, treatment planning, eligibility re-verification, and discharge procedures.
• Document and maintain client records accurately using Welligent and Sage/PCNX electronic health record (EHR) systems in compliance with Los Angeles County Substance Use Disorder (SUD) program requirements.
• Complete or review ASAM Criteria assessments to determine the appropriate level of care.
• Establish DSM-5 diagnoses for substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders as clinically appropriate.
• Determine and document medical necessity for treatment services in accordance with DMC-ODS and SAPC guidelines.
• Conduct reassessments and updates to ensure treatment services remain clinically appropriate.
• Available 24/7 to clients in crisis.

Treatment Planning and Clinical Oversight

• Develop, review, and support individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the client and treatment team, consistent with scope of practice, supervision requirements, and program guidelines.
• Ensure treatment plans include measurable goals and objectives, appropriate clinical interventions, and alignment with ASAM level of care.
• Review and sign off on treatment plans, updates, and clinical documentation prepared by counselors when required.
• Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.

Documentation and Compliance

• Complete all clinical documentation in accordance with: Drug Medi-Cal (DMC-ODS) documentation standards, DHCS regulations, SAPC Provider Manual requirements, and CARF accreditation standards
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation including progress notes, treatment plans and updates, assessments and reassessments, and discharge summaries
• Ensure documentation supports medical necessity and billing compliance.

Clinical Leadership and Program Support

• Provide clinical guidance, consultation, and support to SUD counselors, care coordination staff, when needed.
• Support program development and quality improvement initiatives.
• Participate in program meetings, clinical supervision meetings, and staff training.
• Assist with chart reviews, clinical audits, and compliance monitoring when requested.
• Requires availability on Saturdays and during evening hours Monday through Thursday.
• Ability to work full-time, in-person at program site in Pasadena on the 4/10 schedule (Monday through Thursday).

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE and CERTIFICATES

• Master's degree in social work, psychology, public health, or a related field.
• Registered with California Board of Behavioral Sciences, in good standing and in good standing
• Experience working with transitional-age youth and other vulnerable populations, including individuals experiencing homelessness, foster care, and justice-involved individuals.
• Knowledge and experience in individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, independent living skills, social skills, and communication.
• Knowledge of SUD treatment, mental health care, and social service systems.
• Familiarity with Medi-Cal and other public benefit programs.
• Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems and case documentation.
• Valid California driver's license, driving record, and personal vehicle insurance acceptable to Hillsides' insurance carrier

TRAUMA INFORMED CARE (TIC)

Hillsides practices Trauma Informed Care (TIC) principles which recognizes the signs, symptoms, and widespread impact of trauma; Employees are asked to comprehensively integrate knowledge of Trauma Informed Care into policies, procedures, and practices with the goal to prevent re-traumatization which promotes healing of families, youth, individuals, and communities.

HILLSIDES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on any legally protected characteristic, including race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, age, veteran or military status, or marital status, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation(s) for individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process.

GAIN/GROW PARTICIPANTS ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

Hillsides encourages qualified participants of the Los Angeles County GAIN and GROW programs to apply. All applicants will receive fair and equitable consideration based on the qualifications and requirements of the position.