Associate Therapist / Licensed Therapist (Outpatient)

Sierra Meadows & Ascend Behavioral Health•Fresno, CA

7d•$72,000 - $100,000

About The Position

This outpatient therapist role provides clinical care within a behavioral health organization offering a continuum of services, including PHP, IOP, residential, dual diagnosis, eating disorder, and adolescent programs. The role is intended for a developing clinician seeking mentorship, supervision, clinical training, and experience with complex, high-acuity presentations. The therapist works with clients, families, and a multidisciplinary team to provide compassionate, culturally responsive, evidence-based care and support progress across levels of care. The position includes individual, group, couples, and family therapy; assessment and treatment planning; crisis support; progress monitoring; clinical documentation; care coordination; and participation in supervision, training, team consultation, and quality improvement. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM. Occasional workday travel and occasional overnight stays may be required; mileage, food, and lodging are compensated.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field.
Current state mental health therapist license as an ACSW, AMFT, or APCC, with an active first associate number in accordance with the Board of Behavioral Services (BBS).
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Experience working with culturally diverse individuals and communities, or demonstrated commitment and skill in engaging and communicating with diverse populations.
Familiarity with equity and/or diversity initiatives within an organization.
Written and oral communication skills sufficient to perform essential functions.
Ability to make independent decisions and use initiative on complex assignments with general guidance.
Ability to exercise judgment and integrity, including confidentiality, tact, and diplomacy.
Ability to organize time and resources to perform multiple tasks.
Ability to complete work accurately and promptly, with attention to detail.
Ability to work well with others and provide effective team leadership.
Proficiency in word processing and database and/or spreadsheet applications.
Physical and mental attributes sufficient to perform the essential functions.
Ability to recognize merit, excellence, and intelligence in staff and potential employees.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Ability to pass a Department of Justice (DOJ) background clearance.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience in the mental health or substance abuse treatment field is preferred.
Proficiency in English.
Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

Provide individual, group, couples, and family therapy.
Support clients navigating mental health and co-occurring challenges.
Provide crisis intervention and stabilization when needed.
Monitor client progress and adjust treatment approaches accordingly.
Deliver care using evidence-based practices, including DBT, CBT, CPT, IFS, Interpersonal Neurobiology (IPNB), and trauma-informed care.
Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments.
Develop individualized, clinically appropriate treatment plans.
Evaluate level-of-care needs based on medical necessity.
Support discharge planning to promote long-term success.
Complete progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries in a timely manner.
Ensure documentation meets regulatory, ethical, and insurance standards and maintain accurate, clear, clinically justified records.
Collaborate with case managers, medical staff, leadership, admissions, administrative teams, and other partners.
Participate in case consultations and team meetings.
Engage in supervision, in-house training, and ongoing clinical development.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and implementation of best practices.
Follow and support organizational policies and procedures and represent the organization’s mission, vision, and values.
Travel occasionally during the workday and occasionally stay overnight.
Maintain regular attendance and punctuality, update job knowledge through learning, and perform other duties as assigned.