Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - ISUDT - Crescent City, CA

Job Title: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) - ISUDT
Location: Crescent City, California
Employment Type: Full-Time Contract (6-9 months, with potential for extension)
Pay Range: $67.75 - $69.75 per hour

Position Overview

We are hiring a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) to support the Integrated Substance Use Disorder Treatment (ISUDT) program in a secure clinical setting in Crescent City, CA. This full-time contract role offers competitive pay, weekly payroll, and the opportunity to transition into a permanent state position with comprehensive benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical assessments and provide treatment interventions including individual and group therapy
• Deliver services aligned with ISUDT program requirements
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and participate in treatment planning
• Assist with transitional care planning and connect patients with community services upon release
• Evaluate patients within the context of family systems and individual biopsychosocial needs
• Develop and contribute to solution-focused treatment plans with measurable goals
• Document patient progress, recommend appropriate interventions, and coordinate discharges or transfers
• Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and ongoing clinical training

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 12 continuous months providing direct patient care within the last 3 years
• Licensure: Active MFT license issued by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (required)
• Certification: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association
• ID: Valid Photo ID, Drivers License, or Passport

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Weekly Payroll via Direct Deposit
• 40 Hours Paid Sick Time
• Contract Extension Bonus
• Pre-employment costs covered (Physical, Drug Test, Mask Fit, Background Check)
• Potential for temp-to-perm state employment with full benefits