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Evolve Treatment Centers

Primary Therapist - DBT Program

Evolve Treatment Centers, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079


About Evolve Treatment Centers:Evolve offers the best in therapy and recovery options for residential and outpatient treatment programs for teens. We help adolescents 12 to 17 years old struggling with mental health, substance abuse, or behavior issues. Evolve offers a one-of-a-kind experience that serves teens and their families from across the country from our California-based treatment centers. We focus on positivity, equipping teens for change, and growing the whole person in a setting that’s comfortable and feels like home.We’re dedicated to clinical excellence, and we know that you’ll bring your unique contribution to healing families in profound ways. Our work here is special, it’s meaningful, and it’s bigger than all of us. That’s why it takes a true community, aligned in purpose, and committed to lifting each other up each day.Job Summary:Evolve Treatment Centers is hiring a DBT Primary Therapist to join our team at our comprehensive DBT residential treatment facility for adolescents! When it opened in 2016, Evolve's DBT Program was the first residential comprehensive DBT program for teens in California and remains one of the few in the country today. In addition, this program also stands out as one of the few such programs to accept clients of all gender expressions and work with families who rely on private insurance to fund treatment. At Evolve, we believe that DBT should be accessible, affordable, and available to teens of all backgrounds and experiences. Our clinical team specializes in DBT and has received intensive training through Behavioral Tech, Marsha Linehan’s premiere DBT training institute. Candidates with experience on a DBT team and/or intensive DBT training are preferred. Candidates with a strong dedication to evidence-based treatment, completing intensive DBT training, and providing comprehensive DBT are also encouraged to apply. Intensive training in DBT and ongoing mentorship would be provided. The ideal candidate is experienced, dedicated, knows how to take initiative, maintains appropriate boundaries, and can stay calm in stressful situations. We are looking for Therapists that enjoy working with adolescents and families and are flexible and willing to adjust to the ever-changing nature of adolescent treatment.Key Responsibilities:Maintain a caseload of approximately 3 clients (including individual and family sessions)Facilitate individual and family sessions that adhere to DBT principles and utilize core treatment strategiesComplete all necessary documentation on time in EMRFacilitate weekly DBT Skills Training groupsAttend weekly Treatment Team meetings and present cases to clinical teamComplete Biopsychosocial Assessments upon admissionCoordinate after-care with parents and Discharge CoordinatorCollaborate with multi-disciplinary team on client mattersParticipate in a weekly DBT Consultation Team meetingQualifications:Currently licensed ( LMFT/LCSW/LPCC ) OR registered as an associate ( AMFT/ACSW/APCC ).Dedication to providing DBT adherently, as designed by Marsha LinehanAvailability to be on-call during evenings and every other weekendMust be able to pass a Live Scan background checkExceptional clinical judgmentAbility to work in a fast-paced, challenging, and dynamic environmentExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to think flexibly and remain regulated during intense situationsPreferred Qualifications:Foundational or intensive training in DBT provided by Behavioral Tech or another reputable DBT trainerExperience working as part of a comprehensive DBT teamBenefits:Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsurancePaid Time Off - We understand a healthy work/life balance is crucial for our success, so we maintain a flexible Paid Time Off policy. Employees start accruing PTO immediately upon hire. In addition, employees receive paid holidays, paid sick days, and time off for bereavement and religious observances.Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)/Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA)Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - As a mental health treatment provider, we understand the importance of maintaining the emotional health and personal well-being of each member of our staff.Retirement PlanningProfessional Training - We invest in professional growth, offering quarterly continued education, ongoing training, and professional development courses for all employees.Free Meals – Employees working at our Residential Treatment Centers are offered free meals provided by our in-house chef.Remote Work/Flexible Schedules – Eligible positions only. We understand the value of providing our eligible employees with the option for remote work and flexible schedules. These arrangements can enhance work-life balance and contribute to our team's overall well-being.Payrate:

$75,000 - $90,000 annual salaryEqual Opportunity Employer:

Evolve Treatment Centers is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We firmly believe that every individual deserves an equal opportunity to thrive and contribute to our organization. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, marital status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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