Associate Therapist

Description

Associate Therapist

Program: Clinical Services

Status: Regular, Part Time

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Supervisor: Director of Clinical Services/Clinical Supervisor

Classification Type: Part-time schedule based on program needs

Location: Remote, with option to transition to in-person based on program needs

Hourly Rate: $29.00 to $35.00 per hour

Position Summary

We are seeking a compassionate, patient, and skilled Associate Therapist to join our team, focusing on providing therapeutic and clinical services to all individuals, couples, and families, including individuals with intellectual disabilities (ID), developmental disabilities (DD), and neurodivergent (ND) individuals (autism, ADHD, etc.). The ideal candidate will provide person-centered, trauma-informed therapy, social skills training, and positive behavior supports in individual or group settings. This position will provide services under the supervision of a licensed clinician. This position supports assessment, treatment planning, service delivery, and documentation in accordance with program requirements, professional standards, and applicable state and federal regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Provide individual and group therapy services consistent with established treatment plans and supervision requirements.
• Conduct client intakes, assessments, and psychosocial history gathering.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and ongoing review of client treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation in compliance with agency policies and regulatory standards.
• Participate in required clinical supervision and integrate supervisory feedback into clinical practice.
• Support clients through crisis intervention, safety planning, and referrals to appropriate internal and external resources.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care and support client goals.
• Ensure compliance with ethical standards, professional guidelines, licensing pathway requirements, and program policies.
• Attend required meetings, trainings, and continuing education activities.
• Communicate effectively with clients, families, staff, and external providers, as appropriate.
• Complete required reports, service logs, and administrative documentation accurately and on time.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Clinical Supervisor or Program Director.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Benefits

Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays in accordance with personnel policies. Health insurance is provided to regular employees scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week within 90 days of employment.

Minimum Requirements

• Active and current registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences as an AMFT, ASW, APCC
• Master’s degree in psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field
• Ability to successfully pass a background check
• Ability to pass a physical examination, TB test
• Reliable transportation

Ideal candidates will have prior experience working with neurodivergent clients, clients who have intellectual or developmental disabilities, and their families and staff. They will also have experience working with evidence-based therapeutic modalities such as CBT, psychodynamic interventions, skill-building, and trauma-informed care. 

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this position. The employee regularly sits for extended periods, uses hands and fingers for keyboarding and handling materials, and communicates verbally with clients and staff. Occasional standing, walking, and reaching may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, including the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by law. The organization provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.