Therapist - full time
Company: Clear Life Recovery
Location: Costa Mesa
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Salary: $30 - $35 / hour General
Summary: The Therapist is part of the clinical team. She/he follows
clients progress from a therapeutic standpoint from admittance to
discharge, keeps Program Director and Case Managers informed on any
issues/problems with any clients. The Therapist completes timely
documentation and adheres to all company policies and procedures
within their purview. Job Duties: The Therapist follows clients
progress throughout the treatment processes: Responsible for
conducting therapy groups weekly (as directed). Meets with clients
on an individual basis when requested by client or recommended by
Case Manager. Documents progress notes in client files following
each individual session. Maintains contact with Program Director
and CEO regarding individuals progress. Responsible for attending
and participating in mandatory weekly clinical staff meetings to
discuss client care and all aspects of treatment. Knowledge of
policy and procedure manual relating to program protocol.
Completion of client treatment plans for all assigned clients and
will work in collaboration with their assigned case manager for
discharge planning. Therapist performs and maintains professional
abilities in the following areas: Maintain and adhere to all
Federal, State, and County regulations regarding client
confidentiality and staff code of ethics. Continuous training in
areas where needed, attendance at seminars, and continue earning
CEUs. Crisis intervention-recognizing emotional stress and
utilizing resources to resolve problems. Client education-provide
current alcohol/drug information and available resources to resolve
problems. Refer clients requiring services (that fall outside of
SCSRCs scope) to appropriate agencies after clearing through the
Program Director and/or CEO. Ensure that all services being
provided follow HIPAA and CFR 42 and DHCS standards. Communicate
with families or referral sources as deemed appropriate. As
directed will audit behavioral tech and case management
documentation. Minimum Qualifications: Completion of a Masters
degree. Licensed to practice therapy in CA - AMFT/ACSW or LMFT/LCSW
Advanced knowledge of Self Help treatment model and its application
in outpatient treatment. Specific knowledge helpful in process
addiction and treatment resources. Advanced assessment, treatment
planning, discharge planning and documentation skills. Knowledge of
treatment and referral community in Southern California. Knowledge
of dual diagnosis treatment practice including non-pharmacological
symptom management techniques. Current certification in First
Aid/CPR Advanced knowledge of HIPAA and CFR 42 requirements.
Competency: Demonstrates knowledge of client rights and
confidentiality laws related to addictions. Demonstrates knowledge
and skills to assess the clients dependence/addictive behaviors in
relation to his physical status. Demonstrates knowledge of
community resources, including social and educational services, and
ability to make appropriate referrals. Demonstrates knowledge of
pharmacological issues of addictions. Demonstrates knowledge of the
biopsychosocial influences and effects of dependencies and
addictive behaviors on the client and his significant others.
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