Apex Recovery Rehab
Program Therapist (LMFT/AMFT / LCSW/ACSW / LPCC/APCC)
Apex Recovery Rehab, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Program Therapist
Position Summary
The Program Therapist provides clinical services to clients in individual, family, and group settings. The therapist conducts biopsychosocial assessments, develops and implements treatment plans, provides psychoeducation, facilitates relapse prevention, and ensures compliance with state and federal documentation requirements. The role functions as a Licensed Practitioner of the Healing Arts (LPHA) under DMC-ODS and DHCS guidelines and includes supervision of AMFTs/trainees as appropriate. The Program Therapist collaborates with the Clinical Director, SUD Counselors, Medical Providers, and Program Director to ensure integrated care and adherence to all regulatory standards.
Benefits
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive intake assessments, biopsychosocial evaluations, treatment plans, and discharge summaries in accordance with DHCS, DMC ODS, and Joint Commission standards.
Facilitate individual, group, family, and couples therapy using empirically supported modalities (CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, trauma-informed approaches).
Demonstrate working knowledge of private and commercial insurance requirements and uphold medical necessity criteria, authorization limits, and concurrent reviews.
Collaborate with billing and utilization management teams to ensure documentation supports medical necessity and meets payer standards.
Maintain clinical documentation within required timeframes using electronic medical records (EHR) for billing and audit readiness.
Provide care coordination with medical providers, case managers, and community agencies to ensure continuity of care.
Document client progress toward treatment goals and participate in case consultation and interdisciplinary treatment team meetings.
Provide clinical supervision to AMFTs and MFT trainees consistent with BBS regulations and agency policies.
Develop and implement crisis intervention and safety planning; respond to emergent client needs.
Coordinate compliance with medical screenings and annual physical, TB, and mental health assessments as required.
Participate in developing and improving clinical programming and policies to align with regulatory and commercial insurance standards.
Support the Program Director in mental health portions of policy and procedure development.
Provide psychoeducation and relapse prevention education to clients and families.
Maintain professional communication with staff, clients, and families, promoting cultural humility and sensitivity.
Attend required trainings, supervision, and continuing education to maintain clinical competencies.
Perform administrative tasks such as forms, reports, evaluations, and case documentation.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director or Clinical Director.
Core Competencies
Strong understanding of co-occurring disorders, relapse prevention, and evidence‑based treatment modalities.
Knowledge of DHCS, DMC ODS, and commercial payer documentation/billing compliance standards.
Ability to interpret and apply ASAM placement criteria and medical necessity language for Medi‑Cal and private insurance authorizations.
Skill in recognizing early indicators of mental health or physical deterioration and initiating appropriate interventions.
Engagement with clients with empathy, maintaining professional boundaries, and modeling recovery‑oriented behavior.
Conflict resolution, de‑escalation, and trauma‑informed communication.
Proficiency in EHR documentation, report writing, and communication with billing and utilization review staff to ensure authorization compliance.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related behavioral health field.
Active, unrestricted California license as LMFT/AMFT, LCSW/ACSW, LPCC/APCC, or Clinical Psychologist/Associate.
Minimum of 1 year full‑time post‑master’s experience providing direct client services in a mental health or co‑occurring disorder program.
Qualified Supervisor for AMFTs/MFT Trainees per BBS standards.
Valid CPR/First Aid, TB clearance, Driver’s License, DOJ/Federal background clearance, and Employment Physical Exam.
Minimum 6 months experience treating co‑occurring and SUD populations.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of private/commercial insurance workflows, including concurrent review, discharge planning, and authorization extension.
Familiarity with EDI claims requirements, CPT/HCPCS codes, and payer‑specific documentation guidelines.
Experience with DMC‑ODS, ASAM criteria, and Joint Commission standards.
Experience with electronic medical record systems (e.g., KIPU).
Training or certification in trauma‑informed care, DBT, CBT, or relapse prevention.
Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
Physical Requirements
Regularly sit, stand, walk, bend, and reach; lift up to 25 lbs occasionally; assist during client emergencies. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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Benefits
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive intake assessments, biopsychosocial evaluations, treatment plans, and discharge summaries in accordance with DHCS, DMC ODS, and Joint Commission standards.
Facilitate individual, group, family, and couples therapy using empirically supported modalities (CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, trauma-informed approaches).
Demonstrate working knowledge of private and commercial insurance requirements and uphold medical necessity criteria, authorization limits, and concurrent reviews.
Collaborate with billing and utilization management teams to ensure documentation supports medical necessity and meets payer standards.
Maintain clinical documentation within required timeframes using electronic medical records (EHR) for billing and audit readiness.
Provide care coordination with medical providers, case managers, and community agencies to ensure continuity of care.
Document client progress toward treatment goals and participate in case consultation and interdisciplinary treatment team meetings.
Provide clinical supervision to AMFTs and MFT trainees consistent with BBS regulations and agency policies.
Develop and implement crisis intervention and safety planning; respond to emergent client needs.
Coordinate compliance with medical screenings and annual physical, TB, and mental health assessments as required.
Participate in developing and improving clinical programming and policies to align with regulatory and commercial insurance standards.
Support the Program Director in mental health portions of policy and procedure development.
Provide psychoeducation and relapse prevention education to clients and families.
Maintain professional communication with staff, clients, and families, promoting cultural humility and sensitivity.
Attend required trainings, supervision, and continuing education to maintain clinical competencies.
Perform administrative tasks such as forms, reports, evaluations, and case documentation.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director or Clinical Director.
Core Competencies
Strong understanding of co-occurring disorders, relapse prevention, and evidence‑based treatment modalities.
Knowledge of DHCS, DMC ODS, and commercial payer documentation/billing compliance standards.
Ability to interpret and apply ASAM placement criteria and medical necessity language for Medi‑Cal and private insurance authorizations.
Skill in recognizing early indicators of mental health or physical deterioration and initiating appropriate interventions.
Engagement with clients with empathy, maintaining professional boundaries, and modeling recovery‑oriented behavior.
Conflict resolution, de‑escalation, and trauma‑informed communication.
Proficiency in EHR documentation, report writing, and communication with billing and utilization review staff to ensure authorization compliance.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related behavioral health field.
Active, unrestricted California license as LMFT/AMFT, LCSW/ACSW, LPCC/APCC, or Clinical Psychologist/Associate.
Minimum of 1 year full‑time post‑master’s experience providing direct client services in a mental health or co‑occurring disorder program.
Qualified Supervisor for AMFTs/MFT Trainees per BBS standards.
Valid CPR/First Aid, TB clearance, Driver’s License, DOJ/Federal background clearance, and Employment Physical Exam.
Minimum 6 months experience treating co‑occurring and SUD populations.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of private/commercial insurance workflows, including concurrent review, discharge planning, and authorization extension.
Familiarity with EDI claims requirements, CPT/HCPCS codes, and payer‑specific documentation guidelines.
Experience with DMC‑ODS, ASAM criteria, and Joint Commission standards.
Experience with electronic medical record systems (e.g., KIPU).
Training or certification in trauma‑informed care, DBT, CBT, or relapse prevention.
Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
Physical Requirements
Regularly sit, stand, walk, bend, and reach; lift up to 25 lbs occasionally; assist during client emergencies. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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