Associate Therapist - IOP Program

CHC • Palo Alto, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Therapist will work in the RISE DBT IOP setting, providing Comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to clients and their families as a primary clinician. This role involves conducting individual therapy and parent coaching within the DBT framework, co-leading DBT skills groups, and conducting intake assessments. The Children's Health Council (CHC) is dedicated to transforming young lives by offering culturally responsive, best-in-class learning and mental health services to diverse families. CHC specializes in ADHD, Learning Differences, Anxiety & Depression, and Autism Spectrum Disorders. The RISE DBT IOP is a collaborative program between CHC and Stanford Children's Health, serving suicidal and self-harming adolescents (8th-12th grade) and is the only comprehensive DBT IOP in Northern California for this population.

Requirements

• APCC, AMFT, or ACSW credential from an accredited graduate program
• Valid California associate-level license to practice in a mental health field
• Demonstrated commitment to professional, ethical, legal, and confidentiality standards as outlined by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, AAMFT, NASW, and applicable state and federal laws
• Ability to work with high-risk populations (active suicidality, self-harm) with prior training in risk assessment
• Proficiency with computers and Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems
• Availability to work Monday–Thursday with afternoon and evening hours up to 7:00 PM
• Willingness to participate in 24/7 phone coaching rotation as part of DBT program requirements

Nice To Haves

• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience in a pediatric clinic and/or school-based setting
• Bilingual proficiency in English, Spanish, and/or Mandarin
• Prior training, certification, or clinical exposure to DBT
• Knowledge and understanding of ADHD, Learning Differences, Anxiety & Depression, and Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Demonstrated expertise in adolescent individual and family therapies, case formulation, and treatment planning
• Passion and enthusiasm for working with children, teens, and young adults
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Strong ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Growth-oriented mindset with desire for continuous learning and professional development
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills with clients and colleagues
• Flexibility and adaptability in responding to changing circumstances and program priorities

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments with adolescents and parents, develop case formulations, and synthesize/disseminate clinical information to RISE DBT IOP team members
• Provide individual therapy and parent coaching within the DBT framework to support skill development and treatment adherence
• Co-lead DBT skills groups with other clinicians to teach evidence-based coping strategies
• Develop and deliver individualized treatment plans for clients and families, coordinating discharge planning as needed
• Coordinate clinical care with multidisciplinary team members including Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, educators, psychologists, and psychiatrists
• Participate in clinical staff meetings and team consultations to ensure coordinated, high-quality care
• Engage in RISE DBT IOP training programs to support ongoing skills development and treatment fidelity, including potential offsite trainings
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation, billing records, and reports in compliance with all legal and ethical standards
• Adhere to all professional, ethical, legal, and confidentiality requirements outlined by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, AAMFT, NASW, and state/federal laws including HIPAA
• Provide 24/7 phone coaching support as part of our adherent DBT program to help clients generalize skills outside of program time
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Program Manager and Division Director

Benefits

• Mentorship and support as a developing clinician in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level