Mental Health Therapist - Full Time (Hybrid)

Octave • Los Angeles, CA

5d • $81,375 - $105,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

About the Company: Octave is a modern behavioral health practice creating a new standard for care delivery that’s both high-quality and accessible. With in-person and virtual clinics in multiple states, the company offers evidence-based individual, couples, and family therapy, while pioneering relationships with payers to make care more affordable through insurance. By raising the bar on how care is delivered and how providers are supported, we are building a sustainable system that values equity, affordability, and effectiveness. About the Role: The Licensed Clinician works within an organizational structure to provide high quality behavioral health care to our clients. Octave Clinicians will join a diverse clinical team in providing therapy in a collaborative, client-centered, evolving environment. Octave Clinicians demonstrate strong clinical service thinking, informed by evidence-informed therapies. It is our effort to drive quality access and customize mental health treatment plans and service delivery for our clients. This role requires in-office availability at our Westwood office in Los Angeles in addition to having the ability to work remotely. Our salaried Clinician role provides client-facing hour standards, schedule flexibility, and benefits. Octave full-time status: Standard weekly work schedule of 40 hours which includes client sessions, clinical documentation, care coordination, consultation, team/manager meetings and also contribution to company initiatives such as Quality Assurance (QA).

Requirements

• Master’s Degree or higher from an accredited school of Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or Marriage, or Family and Child Counseling.
• Must be registered with the California State Education Department Office of the Professions as an LMFT, LCSW, or LPCC.
• Clinicians are required to maintain appropriate licensure through the California Board of Behavioral Science.
• At least 1 year of related post-license clinical experience required.
• PsyD, PhD, LMFT, LPCC, or LCSW Current License in California.
• Certain payor relationships may exclude you from employment.
• Maintain a private, secure workspace that ensures client confidentiality and complies with HIPAA regulations; preventing unauthorized access to client information, and keeping physical and digital records secure.
• Ensure a clean, professional, and non-distracting background for video sessions to maintain a professional image and uphold client trust.
• Must be able and willing to work from our Westwood office in Los Angeles, CA and have a remote setting that you can practice virtually in.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Passionate about improving mental healthcare outcomes and expanding access to behavioral health services.
• Strong foundation in and commitment to evidence-based practices, with a focus on case conceptualization as a key element of quality therapy.
• Open to treating clients from diverse cultural backgrounds and varying presentations, with an emphasis on culturally responsive and competent care.
• Flexible and adaptable in approach, with a commitment to continual learning and professional growth.
• Effective communicator, able to work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders, and thrive in a culture of feedback and transparency.
• Authentic, humanistic, and relationship-driven, focusing on holistic care for individuals beyond their symptoms.
• Demonstrates resilience, adaptability to change, and effective self-care in a professional setting.
• Proven ability to provide exceptional customer service to external stakeholders, including psychiatrists and primary care physicians

Responsibilities

• Conduct Assessments: Perform comprehensive assessments to understand clients' psychological and emotional needs, including gathering information about their background, medical history, and presenting issues.
• Develop Treatment Plans: Create individualized treatment plans with measurable goals that align with clients' needs and therapeutic objectives.
• Provide Therapy: Deliver evidence-based therapy interventions. Engage clients in a therapeutic process that fosters self-awareness, resilience, and positive change.
• Monitor Progress: Track client progress using standardized measures such as the PHQ9 and GAD7,and adjust treatment plans as needed to meet evolving needs and goals, providing feedback and encouragement.
• Crisis Intervention: Respond to clients in crisis, using de-escalation techniques and assessing safety risks, with follow-up action as necessary.
• Collaborate with Multidisciplinary Teams: Work closely with other healthcare professionals, such as psychiatrists, social workers, case managers, and primary care providers, to provide comprehensive care and coordinate treatment.
• Document Sessions: Maintain detailed, accurate, and confidential records of client interactions, treatment plans, and progress notes in accordance with organizational policies and professional standards.
• Stay Informed on Best Practices: Keep up-to-date on current research, treatment methods, and clinical best practices to ensure high-quality care.
• Participate in Supervision and Training: Attend regular supervision sessions, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities to enhance skills and remain compliant with licensing requirements.
• Assignment Participation: Complete weekly administrative tasks including attendance of team/manager meetings, contribution to company initiatives such as Quality Assurance (QA) note review, and special projects as assigned.

Benefits

• company sponsored life insurance, disability and AD&D plans
• Voluntary benefits such as 401k retirement, medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, dependent care and commuter/parking options are also available.
• Octave offers generous Paid Time Off as well as paid parental leave benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees