Mental Health Therapist

Are you a passionate clinician who thrives in high-impact, team-based environments? Join a Joint Commission-accredited residential treatment program serving youth navigating complex mental health and substance use challenges. This isn’t traditional office-based therapy. You’ll be immersed in the therapeutic milieu working side-by-side with psychiatrists, nurses, and fellow clinicians, building rapport in real time and shaping treatment as it unfolds. If you’re energized by hands-on clinical work and collaborative care, this role offers both purpose and professional growth. Pay Scale: $92,000 - $115K Sign-on bonus: $10,000 Schedule Note: This is a full-time, in-person position that includes one weekend day as part of your regular schedule. What You’ll Do Provide weekly individual, family, and group therapy using DBT, CBT, ACT, and trauma-focused approaches Engage directly in the milieu , modeling interventions and reinforcing therapeutic skills in real time Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial and risk assessments Develop and update individualized treatment plans Participate in daily and weekly multidisciplinary team meetings Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation Join a rotating on-call schedule and provide crisis support as needed Requirements Master’s or Doctorate in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or Marriage & Family Therapy Active California license: LMFT, LPCC, LCSW, PhD, or PsyD 2+ years of experience in residential treatment, inpatient behavioral health, or other high-acuity settings Experience working with adolescents in mental health and/or substance use treatment Strong foundation in trauma-informed care and evidence-based modalities Why You’ll Love It Here Meaningful, mission-driven work supporting teens and families during pivotal moments Collaborative, multidisciplinary treatment team #J-18808-Ljbffr Artemis