Internationally recognized premier Addiction and Mental Health Residential Outpatient Treatment Center needs full time Intern Level Therapist Counselor (LPCC / LCSW) in Santa Monica, CA. Make $55K-$75K+ DOE! Work M-F, 8-5, No weekends, some call. The ideal candidate has experience and training in evidence-based treatments and is interested in specializing in DBT. Generous benefits package.
Position Title: Intern Therapist Counselor (LPCC / LCSW)
Job Duties & Responsibilities: Intern Therapist Counselor (LPCC / LCSW)
- Conduct weekly individual therapy for each client.
- Monitor behavioral interventions for each client via monitoring shift logs and provide skills coaching as needed.
- Provide case management and social services for each client.
- Record all contacts in progress notes.
- Complete all psychosocial evaluation, treatment plans, contact logs, discharge plans and other reports required for each client.
- Monitor client diary cards.
- Provide regular updates via phone to collateral contacts (family members, referents, etc.).
- Assist with crisis intervention and special activities as needed.
- Complete utilization reviews for insurance companies as needed and assist with peer to peer reviews.
- Collaborate with Clinical Director and Insurance Coordinator to make decisions regarding level of care for insurance clients.
- Monitor and approve visitor and pass requests from clients.
- Implement all rules, policies and guidelines consistently.
- Maintain professional boundaries with clients at all times.
- Consult with psychiatrist as needed.
Education & Experience: Intern Therapist Counselor (LPCC / LCSW)
- Master's degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy or Psychology, Licensed or California license eligible
- Prefer some experience working with clients with substance abuse and/or borderline personality disorder
- Valid California Driver's License and insurability by agency's automobile insurance carrier, clearance of TB test, fingerprinting and state clearance, and any other mandatory state/federal requirements
Benefits: Intern Therapist Counselor (LPCC / LCSW)
- The practice is offering an excellent salary and benefits package that includes: 401(k), Dental insurance, Disability insurance, Employee assistance program, Flexible schedule, Health insurance, Life insurance, Paid time off, Professional development assistance, and Vision insurance.
About Santa Monica, CA
Santa Monica is a growing healthcare community located in Los Angeles along the Pacific Coast of California.