Therapist Sunday to Thursday

Job Description

Job Description

Join the First Responder Wellness Team

At First Responder Wellness, we are committed to providing compassionate, behavioral health services to first responders. Our team understands the unique challenges faced by those who serve our communities, and we are dedicated to supporting their mental health and long-term wellness.

We are seeking a licensed or registered Therapist who is passionate about delivering high-quality clinical care in a collaborative, client-centered environment. This position reports directly to the Clinical Program Director and plays an integral role in interdisciplinary treatment planning and the overall success of our clients' recovery journeys.

Schedule

Sunday to Thursday

Position Summary

The Therapist provides individual, family, couples, and group psychotherapy while maintaining a consistent caseload of clients. This role is responsible for conducting assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, participating in interdisciplinary care, and supporting clients throughout their treatment experience. The ideal candidate is collaborative, adaptable, and committed to providing culturally responsive, trauma-informed care

Key Responsibilities

Maintain a consistent caseload and oversee each client's treatment experience.

Conduct clinical assessments, mental status examinations, and re-assessments as needed.

Develop individualized treatment plans and provide evidence-based treatment recommendations.

Provide individual, family, couples, and group psychotherapy.

Deliver crisis intervention and assess client risk when appropriate.

Complete timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation, including additional session requests.

Collaborate with the interdisciplinary treatment team and participate in treatment planning and quarterly staffing meetings.

Uphold legal, ethical, and HIPAA standards while maintaining professional boundaries.

Support specialized programming, including Equine-Assisted Therapy and the Critical Incident Response Team, as needed.

Foster a culturally responsive, client-centered therapeutic environment and perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Licensed or registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences as an LMFT, LCSW, LPCC, AMFT, ACSW, APCC

Minimum of two (2) years of experience evaluating and/or treating individuals with mental health and/or substance use disorders.

Preferred Skills & Competencies

Strong clinical assessment, treatment planning, and crisis intervention skills.

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building abilities.

Ability to manage a diverse caseload and work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Knowledge of legal, ethical, and HIPAA standards for behavioral health practice.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain professional boundaries and accurate documentation.

Commitment to culturally responsive, client-centered care

Why First Responder Wellness?

At First Responder Wellness, you'll join a mission-driven team dedicated to serving those who dedicate their lives to serving others. We foster a collaborative clinical environment where therapists are supported, valued, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of first responders and their families.