Associate Therapist

Evolve Treatment Centers•San Diego, CA

26d•$32 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

Evolve Treatment Centers provides intensive outpatient, partial hospitalization, and residential programs for teens ages 12 to 17 experiencing substance use and mental health disorders. Its treatment approach includes evidence-based modalities such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI), along with experiential therapies. The Associate Therapist provides clinical support to residential and outpatient programs by completing biopsychosocial assessments, serving as a Primary Therapist for assigned clients, and providing Primary Therapist coverage as assigned. Primary Therapist responsibilities include facilitating DBT Skills Training groups, providing individual and family therapy, and completing clinical documentation within required timelines. The role includes clinical supervision, training, and shadowing opportunities, and is suited to someone eager to learn and comfortable in a fast-paced environment. This is a full-time, onsite position with a Monday–Friday schedule from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The role requires travel among Evolve’s locations in Encinitas, La Mesa, and Del Mar. Pay is $32–$34 per hour.

Requirements

Master’s degree in clinical psychology, Counseling, or Social Work.
Active BBS associate number (AMFT, ACSW, or APCC).
Willingness to travel to the Encinitas, La Mesa, and Del Mar locations.
A one-year minimum training commitment is requested.

Responsibilities

Provide individual and family therapy to teens and their families.
Conduct biopsychosocial assessments upon admission, both with assistance from Primary Therapists and independently.
Attend weekly clinical treatment team meetings and collaborate with clinicians on individualized treatment plans.
Attend weekly Training Track supervisions with peers to learn about acute care services.
Participate in individual supervision when assigned cases directly.
Provide case management support and coordinate with the After-Care Manager to ensure clients have appropriate discharge plans.
Coach and collaborate with Residential Counselors to support effective behavioral interventions with clients.
Participate in and eventually lead DBT skills groups.
Complete weekly treatment plan reviews, master treatment plans, and other required clinical documentation.
Provide Primary Therapist coverage as assigned.