Mental Health Clinical Therapist

Empower teens. Transform lives. Grow your career.

At Evolve Treatment Centers , we provide life-changing mental health and substance use treatment for adolescents ages 12–17. Our approach blends evidence-based practices with compassion, innovation, and a strong therapeutic alliance. We are currently seeking a Mental Health Clinical Therapist for our 6-bed residential treatment center in Sacramento, CA .

Evolve delivers cutting-edge residential, intensive outpatient (IOP), and partial hospitalization (PHP) programs designed to meet the unique needs of teens and their families. Our clinical model is rooted in:

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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

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Motivational Interviewing (MI)

• Integrated with experiential therapies like Art, music, surf and equine

What You’ll Do

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Serve as the primary therapist for assigned clients and families

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Conduct weekly individual and family therapy sessions

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Facilitate 1–2 therapy groups/week and complete clinical documentation

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Complete Biopsychosocial & Risk Assessments , develop and monitor Treatment Plans

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Provide after-hours clinical support as part of a phone-based on-call rotation

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Communicate with Utilization Review team for insurance coverage and updates

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Guide clients and families through discharge planning and aftercare coordination

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Participate in weekly Treatment Team and psychiatry meetings

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Complete timely documentation in compliance with licensing/accreditation standards

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Assess and respond to clinical risk, safety planning, and mandated reporting

• Interpret Outcomes Program data to inform treatment planning

What We’re Looking For

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Associate licensure ( AMFT, ACSW, APCC ) or fully licensed ( LMFT, LCSW, LPCC) in California

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Valid California Driver’s License

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Ability to pass LiveScan, criminal background check, and child abuse index clearance

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Willingness to support and interact with COVID-positive clients , if needed

• Passion for adolescent mental health and a team-oriented, flexible attitude
• Valid Ca driver's license as you may be asked to assist at our other locations

Perks & Benefits

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Competitive Salary ($85K–$90K for unlicensed and $92k - $97k for licensed)

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Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

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PTO, Sick Days, Holidays, Religious Observance Leave

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Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)

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Retirement Planning Options

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Quarterly CEU opportunities + regular training & career development

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Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Free Chef-Prepared Meals on site

Join us and help change lives

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