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Here is the part-time AMFT or APCC posting in the same bullet-point style, ready to copy: Job Title Part-Time AMFT or APCC Therapist - Assessments & Groups Associate Therapist - PHP / IOP Program AMFT Assessment & Group Therapist Company Golden Coast Rehab Location La Mesa, CA Onsite position Job Type Part-time Estimated 10 to 20 hours per week to start Potential to increase hours as census grows Pay $30 to $36 per hour, based on experience Expected Start Date August 1 to August 15, 2026 About Golden Coast Rehab Golden Coast Rehab is opening an outpatient mental health and co-occurring treatment program in La Mesa, California. Our program will provide PHP and IOP services for adults in a structured outpatient setting. We are looking for a part-time AMFT or APCC to support the clinical and admissions team.
This role will focus on:
Pre-admission screenings Assessment support Documentation Care coordination Group therapy support This is a good fit for an associate-level clinician who wants: Flexible part-time clinical work Experience with assessments and intake
PHP / IOP
programming experience Medi-Cal documentation experience Group facilitation experience Exposure to mental health and co-occurring substance use treatment Position Overview The Part-Time AMFT or APCC Assessment & Group Therapist will support the admissions and clinical team. The main focus of this role is helping evaluate whether prospective clients are appropriate for
PHP / IOP
services. This person will help with screening, assessment support, documentation, and care coordination before and during admission. This role may also support paid pre-enrollment screening and assessment-related services. The therapist may also facilitate a few clinical groups per week as needed. This is not intended to be a full caseload role at first. The goal is to have a flexible part-time therapist who can help with assessments and provide group coverage as the program grows. The role will work under the direction of the Program Manager / Clinical Director. Responsibilities Assist with pre-admission screenings for prospective clients Help assess whether clients may be appropriate for
PHP / IOP
level of care Gather clinical history, presenting concerns, risk factors, and treatment needs Support assessment-related documentation Help document medical necessity and clinical appropriateness Support paid pre-enrollment screening and assessment services as appropriate Help with requested status / pre-enrollment screening workflows when applicable Coordinate with the Program Manager / Clinical Director on clinical fit and admission recommendations Escalate safety concerns, risk concerns, or higher-level-of-care needs Help identify when a prospective client may need a different level of care Support warm handoffs and referral coordination when a client is not appropriate for the program Assist with intake flow, client engagement, and follow-up Facilitate a few
PHP / IOP
therapy groups per week as needed Provide group coverage when additional clinical support is needed Complete documentation for screenings, assessments, groups, and care coordination Document billable and non-billable client contacts as required Work closely with admissions, clinical leadership, and program staff Maintain a trauma-informed, professional, and client-centered approach Follow HIPAA, Medi-Cal, County, and program documentation requirements Practice within AMFT or APCC scope of practice and under supervision Participate in case consultation as needed Support the team during census growth Help build out assessment workflows and screening processes Qualifications Current California AMFT or APCC registration in good standing required ACSW or APCC candidates may also be considered Experience with any of the following preferred: Assessments Intake Screening Crisis work Outpatient mental health Community mental health
PHP / IOP
Substance use treatment Co-occurring disorders Medi-Cal documentation Comfortable speaking with prospective clients and families Comfortable asking clinical screening questions Strong clinical judgment Strong documentation and writing skills Comfortable facilitating groups or willing to learn Reliable, responsive, and organized Able to work onsite in La Mesa, CA Bilingual English / Spanish is a plus, but not required Supervision This position works under the supervision of the Program Manager / Clinical Director. Assessment work, documentation, and clinical recommendations will be reviewed according to program requirements and scope of practice. Associate-level clinicians will be expected to practice within their registration status and scope. Clinical supervision may be available depending on schedule, fit, and program needs. Schedule Part-time position Estimated 10 to 15 hours per week to start Potential to increase hours as client census grows Daytime availability preferred Some evening availability is a plus Flexible schedule may be available depending on program needs Expected start date: August 28 to September 07, 2026 Why Join Golden Coast Rehab Flexible part-time clinical role Opportunity to gain assessment and intake experience Experience with PHP and IOP levels of care Experience with Medi-Cal documentation and clinical workflows Opportunity to support a new outpatient behavioral health program Potential to grow into more hours over time Supportive clinical oversight Small initial team with room to grow Meaningful work with adults needing structured mental health support How to Apply Please submit your resume. Please include a brief note with: Your AMFT or APCC registration status Assessment or intake experience Group therapy experience Experience with PHP / IOP, mental health, or substance use if applicable Your general availability Your preferred start date