Therapist

Description

Janus of Santa Cruz is seeking a compassionate, dedicated Therapist to join our Integrated Behavioral Health team. In this role, you will provide clinical support across Janus programs—including the Janus OTP (Methadone) Clinics, Residential & Withdrawal Management Program, and the Women and Children’s Center—offering direct client care and serving as a clinical resource to staff.

This is an excellent opportunity for a clinician who values trauma-informed, person-centered care and enjoys working within multidisciplinary teams to support clients with substance use and co-occurring behavioral health needs.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Provide individual, group, family, couples, and youth psychotherapy, depending on program.
• Conduct clinical assessments, develop treatment plans, and ensure timely documentation that meets agency and regulatory standards.
• Maintain caseload aligned with assigned KPIs and seek consultation as needed.
• Participate in client admissions, including pre-admit screenings, risk assessments (CSSR), and safety planning.
• Model trauma-informed, strengths-based, culturally responsive practices.

Collaboration & Support

• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated, whole-person care.
• Support staff with conflict resolution, crisis response, and de-escalation.
• Serve as a clinical resource for staff by providing guidance, consultation, and training.

Program-Specific Duties

Admissions

• Support LPHA functions through diagnosis review, medical necessity documentation, and team consultations.
• Provide assessments for utilization review and appeals.
• Attend interdisciplinary meetings and contribute to care coordination.

Perinatal Program

• Oversee children’s and family services, including family sessions and childcare supervision.
• Provide therapy for individuals, families, and groups.
• Assess children’s developmental needs; provide parenting support and developmental education.

Opiate Treatment Program

• Provide individual and family therapy.
• Participate in MAT team case consultations.
• Deliver services at both North and South County clinics.

Professional Development

• Attend required trainings and administrative meetings.
• For ASW/AMFT/APCC candidates: attend weekly supervision and maintain BBS licensure progress.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in a behavioral health field from an accredited university.
• Registration or licensure through the California BBS (AMFT, ASW, APCC, LMFT, LCSW, LPCC).
• Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders.
• Knowledge of co-occurring behavioral and physical health issues.
• Strong written/verbal communication skills.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams.
• Familiarity with CalAIM, managed care documentation, and integrated care models.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required.
• Ability to use EHRs and other healthcare IT systems.
• Ability to travel as required.

Additional Credentials Required

• CPR/First Aid
• Current TB test
• Ability to drive Janus vehicles

Competencies

• Accountability – takes ownership and applies feedback for growth.
• Communication – conveys information clearly and listens actively.
• Patient/Customer Focus – demonstrates commitment to patient satisfaction.
• Judgment/Decision-Making – uses sound reasoning and involves others appropriately.
• Developing Talent – provides support and guidance to peers.
• Leading Change – adapts to and champions improvements.
• Managing for Results – sets goals, tracks progress, and drives outcomes.
• Results Orientation – detail-oriented, persistent, and committed to achieving goals.