Primary Therapist (Adult Outpatient Program)

Lightfully Behavioral Health • Los Angeles, CA

3d • $72,000 - $91,000

About The Position

Lightfully Behavioral Health is seeking a Primary Therapist to provide clinical services to clients with mental health disorders and their families. The role is part of a multidisciplinary team and includes assessment, individual, group, and family therapy, treatment planning using Integrated Process Based Therapy (PBT), case management, documentation, staff training and supervision, collaboration with outreach and admissions teams, and milieu support.

This is a full-time schedule of five days per week, Tuesday through Saturday, approximately 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The position reports to the Director of Clinical Operations. The therapist receives supervision as required by training and licensure and may provide supervision to staff such as Client Care Techs and interns. The role also requires participation in weekly trainings and supervision, community trainings and workshops, and professional development.

The position requires a master's degree in a counseling-related field. Full licensure is preferred; provisional (Associate) licensure is accepted. One or more years of related experience is preferred. The stated annual pay range is $72,000–$91,000.

Requirements

• Master's degree in a counseling-related field.
• Full licensure is preferred; provisional (Associate) licensure is accepted.
• Able to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Able to work for prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Complete First Aid Training and obtain a First Aid Certificate.
• Complete required health screening, TB clearance, and Criminal Record Clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Full licensure.
• One or more years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Uphold and maintain the company mission and values, known as the Lightfully Shining Commitments.
• Conduct and interpret assessments relevant to mental health treatment and provide feedback to clients.
• Provide individual therapy using interventions adapted to clients’ needs.
• Deliver group therapy consistent with training and areas of expertise.
• Provide evidence-based family therapy tailored to the needs of clients and their families.
• Conduct treatment planning using Integrated Process Based Therapy (PBT).
• Participate in weekly treatment team meetings and collaborate with team members to ensure continuity of care.
• Complete thorough documentation within established time frames, including progress notes, weekly therapy assessments, treatment plans, and discharge summaries.
• Participate in self and peer documentation audits to support compliance with licensure and accreditation standards.
• In collaboration with the case manager, communicate with outpatient teams and clients’ families to share progress updates and support continuity of care.
• Provide appropriate updates to Utilization Review Specialists and conduct Peer to Peer reviews as needed.
• Receive supervision as required based on training and licensure; provide supervision to staff as appropriate.
• Attend assigned weekly trainings and individual or group supervision.
• Train and orient new staff.
• Maintain knowledge of mental health disorders and improve care through literature and research review, consultation, evaluation of clinical practice, and professional development.
• Provide community and provider trainings and workshops in areas of specialization and expertise.
• Speak with prospective admissions and their families as appropriate.
• Support Client Care Techs with client observations, milieu conflict management, and client support.
• Provide crisis stabilization for clients in the milieu who may become de-escalated.
• Provide client check-ins as needed and appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Self-care days
• 401(k) plan
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Supportive, mission-driven culture that values authenticity, connection, and integrity
• Competitive compensation

What This Job Offers

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