AMFT or ACSW -Therapist Drug Rehab

Overview

Primary Therapist (Associate Level) – Addiction Treatment

AMFT / ACSW

The Primary Therapist (Associate Level) provides individual and group therapy services to clients with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health diagnoses. Under clinical supervision, the therapist conducts Chemical Dependency Evaluations, contributes to treatment planning, and collaborates closely with the multidisciplinary treatment team to address clients’ alcohol and/or drug-related needs.

The therapist functions in accordance with their associate registration and under appropriate supervision, following all applicable State of California and Federal regulations, as well as accrediting body standards.

EDUCATION

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in a behavioral health–related field (e.g., Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, Counseling, or Psychology).

EXPERIENCE

• Experience working with chemical dependency and/or dual-diagnosis populations preferred
• Internship, practicum, or post-graduate associate experience accepted

LICENSURE / REGISTRATION

• Registered with the California BBS as an AMFT or ACSW
• Eligible and willing to work under clinical supervision toward licensure

• Demonstrates foundational knowledge of chemical dependency and addiction treatment and applies clinical skills to meet client needs
• Conducts chemical dependency evaluations under supervision
• Provides individual and group counseling focused on substance use disorders and co-occurring conditions
• Assists in the development and implementation of treatment plans and treatment plan updates in collaboration with the treatment team
• Documents services, progress, and clinical interactions in a clear, accurate, and timely manner in accordance with facility policies, state/federal regulations, and insurance guidelines
• Participates in treatment team meetings, daily staffing's, and discharge planning discussions
• Identifies relapse warning signs and collaborates with clients on relapse prevention strategies
• Supports clients in developing measurable, substance-use-related discharge goals and objectives
• Shares pertinent clinical information with the treatment team while maintaining client confidentiality
• Acts as a liaison with community agencies and resources related to substance use and recovery services
• Collaborates with medical and psychiatric staff regarding integrated treatment needs
• Maintains knowledge of program policies, procedures, and community resources
• Participates in in-services, trainings, and continuing education as assigned
• Maintains CPR certification (or obtains within required timeframe)
• Reports incidents, accidents, and client rights concerns in accordance with policies and procedures
• Demonstrates professionalism, effective communication skills, and appropriate boundaries
• Responds appropriately to changing situations and works effectively under stress
• Seeks supervision proactively and incorporates feedback into clinical practice
• Performs other related duties as assigned