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Embark Behavioral Health

Mental Health Therapist

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What they do

A Family or Behavioral Therapist works with clients who need help dealing with emotional disorders or problems with family and relationships. Addresses client problems in the context of family relationships; helps clients develop ways to recognize and change behavior patterns. Works with individuals, couples or families.

$65,156 / year median in California

+19% projected growth

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Job Description

Mental Health Therapist Embark Behavioral Health
  • 3.5 Newport Beach, CA Job Details Full-time $80,000
  • $90,000 a year 11 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Health savings account AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Parent and caregiver training as behavioral support Master's degree in social work Behavioral health hospital experience Master of Social Work Client assessment in therapy Post-session clinical documentation Coaching Parent collaboration Care documentation Family counseling Residential treatment center experience Mid-level Parent communication Mental health facility experience Evidence-based practice Marriage & family therapy Working with students Compliance documentation Adolescents Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning Working with families Marriage & Family Therapy Patient progress monitoring Social Work AMFT Discharge planning in health services social work Residential therapy Providing care for clients Clinical documentation standards Care conference participation
Full Job Description Overview:
Pay :
$80,000
  • 90,000 per year (AMFT, APCC)
DOE Location:
5000 Birch St, Newport Beach, California 92660, Suite 1400
ON-SITE Schedule:
Monday
  • Friday (Full-time) 2 days a week 8:30am
  • 4:30pm 3 days a week: 10:30am
  • 7:00pm We're looking for a passionate Therapist to create joy and heal generations at Embark Behavioral Health's IOP/PHP program in Newport Beach, CA —a beautiful coastal community with a vibrant blend of beach life, art, and wellness!
We're dedicated to reducing adolescent anxiety, depression, and suicide rates—and we need your expertise to help make it happen. At Embark, you'll join a comprehensive team that includes Licensed Therapists, Clinical Support Staff, a Music Therapist, a Yoga Therapist, a Registered Art Therapist, and two Therapy Support Dogs, all creating a vibrant, collaborative environment. With small caseloads , no weekends or on-call shifts , and a location as inspiring as our work, you'll have room for true clinical creativity and growth .
Responsibilities:
Work with clients ages 12-28. Typical caseload is 6 clients. Embrace a collaborative team approach with weekly 1:1s, group supervision, and treatment team meetings. Plan, implement, and adjust individualized treatment courses, ensuring client-centered care. Conduct family, group, and 1:1 therapy sessions, driving therapeutic progress with evidence-based practices. Maintain regular communication with families, providing parent coaching and support. Maintain meticulous documentation, adhere to treatment standards, and oversee program completion and discharge plans. Contribute to program goals by implementing and meeting outcomes testing and standards. Oversee program completion and discharge requirements, developing comprehensive discharge plans and reviewing them with students and their families. Ensure compliance with state laws on documentation, reporting, confidentiality, and working with government agencies. Demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and a results-driven, empathetic approach.
Qualifications:
Required:
Provisionally licensed therapist in
State of California:
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, Associate Marriage Family Therapist Minimum:
Master's Degree in Behavioral Sciences, including Social Work (MSW), Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) or a related discipline.
Preferred:
High-acuity experience (IOP/PHP, Residential, Psychiatric Hospital, Crisis Stabilization) with relational, experiential, and evidence based systemic techniques.
Preferred:
1
  • 2 years of working experience as an child therapist leading individual, family, and group therapy sessions.
Proficiency in incorporating clinical diagnostic and assessment instruments to monitor client progress and treatment outcomes. Strong ability to work independently while taking initiative and maintaining high standards.
Benefits:
Access to an established Mastery Program that offers professional and financial opportunities for professional growth. Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Multiple plan options including PPO and HDHPs with HSA eligibility and company contributions. Paid Parental Leave
  • Up to 6 weeks fully paid for exempt employees and 4 weeks for non-exempt. Life & Disability Coverage
  • Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability; voluntary life and optional short-term disability available. 401(k) with Company Match
  • Retirement savings with matching contributions after eligibility period. PTO & Holidays
  • Competitive PTO accrual plans and paid holidays throughout the year. Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Free, confidential support for life's challenges.
Embark is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience we offer through the diversity of our employees and community. We actively seek to recruit and support a broadly diverse staff who contribute to our excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, and relevance in a global society. Embark does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.