Associate Therapist (AMFT / ASW / APCC)

Compensation: $30/hour, Full-Time
Setting: Private Practice (Couples, Teens, and Families)

About Us

Sunset Coast Family Therapy is a private practice dedicated to supporting couples, teens, and families with compassionate, evidence-based care. We believe in fostering growth, resilience, and connection by drawing from strong theoretical foundations in marriage and family therapy, social work, and clinical counseling.

Position Overview

We are seeking a full-time Associate Therapist (Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, Associate Social Worker, or Associate Professional Clinical Counselor) to join our team. This role is ideal for a motivated, client-centered professional who is eager to build their clinical skills in a supportive private practice environment.

The Associate Therapist will provide therapy to couples, adolescents, and families, focusing on relational dynamics, communication, and personal well-being. Supervision will be provided by a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, couple, and family therapy in alignment with treatment goals.
• Conduct intake assessments and create collaborative treatment plans.
• Maintain timely and accurate progress notes and documentation.
• Incorporate strong theoretical foundations (e.g., Bowen Family Systems, CBT, DBT, Attachment Theory, Structural/Strategic, etc.) into clinical work.
• Participate in regular clinical supervision and professional development.
• Collaborate with team members and contribute to a supportive, growth-oriented practice culture.

Qualifications

• Active registration in California as an AMFT, ASW, or APCC.
• Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, Counseling, or related field.
• Strong theoretical background in therapy models for couples, teens, and families.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to maintaining professional ethics and standards of care.
• Ability to work independently and manage a full caseload.

Compensation & Schedule

• $30/hour, full-time position (approximately 25-30 client hours per week).
• Flexible scheduling within practice hours.
• Weekly clinical supervision provided.
• Opportunities for growth and potential future advancement within the practice.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter describing your clinical experience, theoretical orientation, and interest in working with couples, teens, and families.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $62,000.00 per year

License/Certification:

• NPI Number (Preferred)

Work Location: In person