LMFT / AMFT – Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Outpatient Therapist

About the Position

We are seeking a compassionate, dependable, and motivated LMFT or AMFT to join our growing behavioral health team.

Our outpatient program provides treatment for individuals experiencing mental health conditions, substance use disorders, and co-occurring disorders. We are looking for a therapist who is comfortable working with a diverse clinical population and collaborating with a multidisciplinary treatment team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced LMFT or an AMFT looking to continue developing their clinical skills in the behavioral health and addiction treatment field.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual, group, and family therapy sessions
• Complete biopsychosocial and clinical assessments
• Develop and update individualized treatment plans
• Provide evidence-based interventions for mental health, SUD, and co-occurring disorders
• Facilitate process groups and psychoeducational groups
• Complete progress notes and other required clinical documentation in a timely manner
• Participate in treatment team and clinical meetings
• Coordinate with case management, medical, psychiatric, and other members of the treatment team
• Assist with discharge and aftercare planning
• Maintain appropriate professional and ethical boundaries
• Follow applicable licensing, documentation, confidentiality, and program requirements

Qualifications

Required

• Active California LMFT license OR current AMFT registration
• Master's degree in Marriage & Family Therapy, Counseling, Psychology, or related qualifying field
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary behavioral health team
• Professional, dependable, and compassionate approach to client care

Preferred

• Previous experience in substance use disorder treatment
• Experience working with clients with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders
• Experience in PHP, IOP, outpatient, residential, or detox settings
• Familiarity with behavioral health EMR systems
• Experience facilitating clinical and psychoeducational groups
• Knowledge of evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and relapse-prevention interventions

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys working in behavioral healthcare and wants to become part of a growing organization. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with complex clients, communicates well with the treatment team, maintains strong documentation standards, and understands the importance of meeting clients where they are in the recovery process.

Both experienced LMFTs and motivated AMFTs are encouraged to apply.

Why Join Us?

• Growing behavioral health organization
• Mental health and SUD experience
• Collaborative multidisciplinary environment
• Opportunity to work with a diverse clinical population
• Full-time and part-time opportunities
• Opportunity for professional growth as our outpatient services expand

Apply

Please submit your resume, current license or registration information, availability, and a brief description of your experience working in mental health and/or substance use disorder treatment.

We look forward to speaking with clinicians who are passionate about helping individuals achieve long-term mental health, recovery, and stability.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are committed to maintaining a professional, inclusive workplace and consider qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics.

Pay: $71,820.86 - $86,493.94 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Los Angeles, CA 90062