Associate Therapist-IOP

UHS•San Diego, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Associate Licensed IOP Therapist to join our growing clinical team to provide high-quality, evidenced-based care through group, individual, and family therapy. This role involves facilitating structured IOP group therapy sessions, providing individual and family therapy, completing clinical documentation, conducting biopsychosocial assessments, developing treatment plans, monitoring client progress, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. The therapist will also participate in case consultations, team meetings, and utilization reviews, ensuring compliance with all regulatory, ethical, and organizational standards, and supporting crisis intervention and risk assessment when necessary.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field
Active and unrestricted licensure (e.g., LCSWA, AMFT, APCC, or equivalent) preferred
Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
Knowledge of evidence-based treatment modalities (e.g., CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care)
Excellent documentation and organizational skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
A clinician who is engaged, accountable, and solution-oriented
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to build rapport quickly with diverse client populations
A team player who can also take initiative and manage their own caseload effectively
Someone who thrives in a structured, fast-paced clinical environment
Commitment to ethical practice and continuous professional growth

Nice To Haves

Experience working in an Intensive Outpatient (IOP), Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), or similar level of care
Background in mental health, substance use disorders, or co-occurring disorders
Experience facilitating group therapy
Familiarity with insurance requirements and medical necessity criteria
Experience using electronic health records (EHR) systems

Responsibilities

Facilitate structured IOP group therapy sessions (process, psychoeducation, skills-based)
Provide individual and family therapy as clinically indicated
Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation, including assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries
Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
Monitor client progress and adjust treatment interventions as needed
Collaborate with internal team members and external referral sources to ensure continuity of care
Participate in case consultations, team meetings, and utilization reviews
Ensure compliance with all regulatory, ethical, and organizational standards
Support crisis intervention and risk assessment when necessary
Maintain a consistent caseload and meet productivity standards
Complete all documentation within required timeframes
Deliver high-quality, clinically sound group and individual sessions
Demonstrate measurable client engagement and progress
Adhere to program schedules and maintain punctuality
Contribute positively to team culture and collaboration
Support program growth through strong clinical outcomes and referral relationships