Mental Health Therapist

Embark Behavioral Health • Newport Beach, CA

6d • $80,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for a passionate Therapist to create joy and heal generations at Embark Behavioral Health’s IOP/PHP program in Newport Beach, CA—a beautiful coastal community with a vibrant blend of beach life, art, and wellness!
We’re dedicated to reducing adolescent anxiety, depression, and suicide rates—and we need your expertise to help make it happen. At Embark, you’ll join a comprehensive team that includes Licensed Therapists, Clinical Support Staff, a Music Therapist, a Yoga Therapist, a Registered Art Therapist, and two Therapy Support Dogs, all creating a vibrant, collaborative environment.
With small caseloads, no weekends or on-call shifts, and a location as inspiring as our work, you’ll have room for true clinical creativity and growth.

Requirements

• Provisionally licensed therapist in State of California: Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, Associate Marriage Family Therapist
• Minimum: Master's Degree in Behavioral Sciences, including Social Work (MSW), Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) or a related discipline.
• Proficiency in incorporating clinical diagnostic and assessment instruments to monitor client progress and treatment outcomes.
• Strong ability to work independently while taking initiative and maintaining high standards.

Nice To Haves

• High-acuity experience (IOP/PHP, Residential, Psychiatric Hospital, Crisis Stabilization) with relational, experiential, and evidence based systemic techniques.
• 1 - 2 years of working experience as an child therapist leading individual, family, and group therapy sessions.

Responsibilities

• Work with clients ages 12-28. Typical caseload is 6 clients.
• Embrace a collaborative team approach with weekly 1:1s, group supervision, and treatment team meetings.
• Plan, implement, and adjust individualized treatment courses, ensuring client-centered care.
• Conduct family, group, and 1:1 therapy sessions, driving therapeutic progress with evidence-based practices.
• Maintain regular communication with families, providing parent coaching and support.
• Maintain meticulous documentation, adhere to treatment standards, and oversee program completion and discharge plans.
• Contribute to program goals by implementing and meeting outcomes testing and standards.
• Oversee program completion and discharge requirements, developing comprehensive discharge plans and reviewing them with students and their families.
• Ensure compliance with state laws on documentation, reporting, confidentiality, and working with government agencies.
• Demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and a results-driven, empathetic approach.

Benefits

• Access to an established Mastery Program that offers professional and financial opportunities for professional growth.
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Multiple plan options including PPO and HDHPs with HSA eligibility and company contributions.
• Paid Parental Leave – Up to 6 weeks fully paid for exempt employees and 4 weeks for non-exempt.
• Life & Disability Coverage – Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability; voluntary life and optional short-term disability available.
• 401(k) with Company Match – Retirement savings with matching contributions after eligibility period.
• PTO & Holidays – Competitive PTO accrual plans and paid holidays throughout the year.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for life’s challenges.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees