AMFT

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) to join our dynamic mental health team. In this role, you will provide evidence-based therapeutic services to individuals, families, and couples, fostering positive change and resilience. Your work will focus on delivering high-quality clinical care through various modalities, including individual therapy, family therapy, group sessions, and telehealth platforms. You will play a vital role in supporting clients' mental health needs while adhering to clinical ethical guidelines and documentation standards. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in clients’ lives while working within a supportive and growth-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive intake assessments and diagnostic evaluations using established clinical procedures and medical terminology.
• Deliver individual, family, couples, and group therapy sessions utilizing evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, behavioral therapy, and applied behavior analysis (ABA).
• Implement counseling interventions tailored to clients’ unique needs, including crisis intervention and crisis management strategies.
• Engage in case management activities, including data collection, treatment planning, progress tracking, and maintaining accurate medical records in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care plans for clients with developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), PTSD, or other mental health conditions.
• Utilize telehealth platforms effectively to provide remote counseling services while ensuring client confidentiality and clinical documentation standards are met.
• Support clients’ social work needs by working with families and caregivers to enhance home and community care outcomes.
• Maintain ongoing professional development by participating in clinical research initiatives and staying current with ICD coding updates (ICD-10/ICD-9) and CPT coding for billing purposes.
• Write documentation that is compliant with all PHP/IOP/OP regulations by state and joint commission standards.

Experience

• Master’s degree in Marriage & Family Therapy, Social Work, Psychology or related field from an accredited program; licensure as an AMFT or equivalent is preferred but not required at entry level.
• Prior experience working with children, families, couples, or individuals in a clinical setting is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated proficiency in crisis intervention techniques and crisis management protocols.
• Experience providing services via telehealth platforms with adherence to clinical documentation standards.
• Knowledge of healthcare diagnosis including ICD coding (ICD-10/ICD-9), CPT coding (CPT), and medical terminology relevant to behavioral health settings.
• Familiarity with special education systems or hospital environments is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team while maintaining strict confidentiality under HIPAA guidelines.
• Strong communication skills for client engagement and documentation; experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or autism spectrum disorder is advantageous.

Join us if you’re passionate about empowering clients through compassionate counseling interventions while advancing your career in a supportive environment dedicated to excellence in mental health care!

Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Glendale, CA 91203