About the role
Empower teens. Transform lives. Grow your career.
At Evolve Treatment Centers, we provide life-changing mental health and substance use treatment for adolescents ages 12–17. Our approach blends evidence-based practices with compassion, innovation, and a strong therapeutic alliance. We are currently seeking a Mental Health Therapist for our 6-bed residential treatment center in Sacramento, CA.
Evolve delivers cutting-edge residential, intensive outpatient (IOP), and partial hospitalization (PHP) programs designed to meet the unique needs of teens and their families. Our clinical model is rooted in:
* Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
* Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
* Motivational Interviewing (MI)
* Integrated with experiential therapies like Art, music, surf and equine
What You’ll Do:
* Serve as the primary therapist for assigned clients and families
* Conduct weekly individual and family therapy sessions
* Facilitate 1–2 therapy groups/week and complete clinical documentation
* Complete Biopsychosocial & Risk Assessments, develop and monitor Treatment Plans
* Provide after-hours clinical support as part of a phone-based on-call rotation
* Communicate with Utilization Review team for insurance coverage and updates
* Guide clients and families through discharge planning and aftercare coordination
* Participate in weekly Treatment Team and psychiatry meetings
* Complete timely documentation in compliance with licensing/accreditation standards
* Assess and respond to clinical risk, safety planning, and mandated reporting
* Interpret Outcomes Program data to inform treatment planning
What We’re Looking For:
* Associate licensure (AMFT, ACSW, APCC) or fully licensed (LMFT, LCSW, LPCC) in California
* Valid California Driver’s License
* Ability to pass LiveScan, criminal background check, and child abuse index clearance
* Willingness to support and interact with COVID-positive clients, if needed
* Passion for adolescent mental health and a team-oriented, flexible attitude
Perks & Benefits:
* Competitive Salary ($85K–$90 for unlicensed and $92k-97k licensed)
* Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
* PTO, Sick Days, Holidays, Religious Observance Leave
* Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)
* Retirement Planning Options
* Quarterly CEU opportunities + regular training & career development
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Free Chef-Prepared Meals on site
Join us and help change lives
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