Clinical Therapist

Clinical Therapist (Full-Time)

Location : Newport Beach, CA

Facility : Gratitude Lodge

Gratitude Lodge is a Detoxification Facility located in beautiful Newport Beach , offering Detox and Residential levels of care. We focus on substance abuse and co-occurring psychiatric disorders , providing a supportive and therapeutic environment for recovery.

We offer gender-specific and co-ed group therapy , individual therapy , and case management - all within a collaborative and compassionate clinical team.

We are currently seeking a motivated, passionate Therapist to join our growing team! Applicants should have a strong understanding of the 12-Steps , family systems , and a psychodynamic approach to therapy , as well as solid knowledge of CBT and DBT skills. Familiarity with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) documentation is also required.

Clinical supervision is provided if needed.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Provide individual counseling and facilitate educational and counseling groups (1–2 groups per week with a caseload of 6). Promptly chart all activities in the client's records.

Assess clients' strengths, needs, abilities, and preferences ; formulate diagnostic impressions based on current DSM criteria; perform biopsychosocial assessments ; and, in collaboration with the client, develop a workable treatment plan .

Investigate case situations and present relevant family and social background information to the clinical team to support diagnosis and treatment.

Select appropriate therapeutic approaches (directive, non-directive, supportive) and determine frequency, intensity, and duration of therapy.

Work cooperatively with community resources and referral sources to coordinate client services.

Provide direct behavioral health services , including mental health and substance abuse treatment (e.g., psychosocial assessments, consultation, individual / group / family therapy, in-service training, and community education). Meet or exceed the minimum annual direct service standard .

Provide crisis intervention services when authorized and necessary.

Maintain appropriate state licensure / registration / certification for scope of practice.

Carry out other responsibilities as delegated.

Schedule

Full-Time : Monday–Friday, 8 : 00 AM – 5 : 00 PM

Requirements

Education : Master's Degree (Required)

License / Certification : ACSW / AMFT / APCC (Required; active BBS Associate number)

Experience : 1 year in Addiction Treatment (Preferred)

Medical Specialty : Addiction Medicine

Why Join Gratitude Lodge?

At Gratitude Lodge, we believe recovery starts with compassion, clinical excellence, and teamwork. Join a community that values professional growth, collaboration, and client-centered care - and make a real difference in the lives of others every day.