Associate Psychotherapist

LGTC Group•San Jose, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Therapist (AMFT, ASW, APCC) at LGTC provides individual and group therapy services to adolescents and adults in Intensive Outpatient (IOP) and Partial Hospitalization (PHP) programs. Working under clinical supervision, the role offers an opportunity to develop clinical skills in a structured, high-acuity treatment setting. It is suited to clinicians committed to ethical, evidence-based, and culturally responsive care while working toward independent licensure.

Requirements

Master’s degree or higher in Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field.
Active AMFT, ASW, or APCC registration in California and in good standing.
Legally authorized to practice under supervision in California.
Strong clinical judgment and ability to manage high-risk situations with professionalism and composure.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Flexible, adaptable, and solution-oriented.
Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with willingness to support program needs.
Empathic, client-centered, and emotionally attuned.
Commitment to cultural humility and working with diverse populations.
Ability to maintain professionalism in fast-paced, high-acuity environments.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience preferred.
Experience in higher levels of care, such as IOP, PHP, residential, or inpatient, preferred.
Experience facilitating group therapy.
Familiarity with evidence-based modalities such as DBT, CBT, and trauma-informed care.
Experience working in IOP, PHP, or other higher levels of care.

Responsibilities

Maintain an individual caseload of adolescent and adult clients under supervision.
Conduct assessments and contribute to individualized treatment planning.
Provide ongoing case management, including discharge planning and care coordination.
Monitor client progress and maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation.
Facilitate family and/or collateral sessions as clinically indicated.
Facilitate group therapy sessions, ensuring safety, engagement, and adherence to curriculum.
Maintain the integrity of the therapeutic milieu while supporting diverse client needs.
Provide crisis support to clients in distress, including therapeutic check-ins.
Collaborate with supervisors and the treatment team on high-risk cases.
Escalate clinical concerns appropriately and follow established safety protocols.
Attend and actively participate in required clinical supervision with a licensed clinician.
Adhere to California BBS regulations and CAMFT legal and ethical standards.
Maintain compliance with mandated reporting laws, confidentiality, and professional boundaries.
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case presentations.
Collaborate with clinicians, psychiatry, and program staff to ensure continuity of care.
Assist with group coverage and provide support across programs as needed.
Contribute to a positive, collaborative team environment.