About the role#
Therapists at First Steps Recovery coordinate and provide individual and group therapy, family counseling, and biopsychosocial assessments. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to manage client resources, vocational counseling, and discharge planning. This role involves active participation in the continuum of care and requires managing a caseload within a residential detox facility.
What you'll do#
- Uphold facility standards, professional ethics, and client rights.
- Use KIPU systems to complete assessments, treatment plans, and clinical documentation.
- Develop person-centered care plans with measurable objectives and evidence-based interventions.
- Document client progress using SOAP notes and prepare transition or discharge summaries.
- Intervene during crisis situations and provide clinical notes for insurance utilization reviews.
- Coordinate with probation officers, legal counsel, and family members as needed.
- Participate in weekly treatment team meetings, staff training, and orientation.
- Support the health and safety of the facility by performing daily cleaning tasks, such as mopping, vacuuming, and washing dishes.
- Assist with meal preparation, grocery shopping, and garbage disposal.
- Engage with clients during gym sessions, walks, hikes, or sports outings.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a master's degree program in counseling or psychology at an accredited graduate school.
- Proficiency in KIPU Systems software and general computer literacy with documents and spreadsheets.
- Current CPR and First Aid certification.
- Ability to pass pre-employment screening, provide a negative TB test, and obtain medical clearance to work.
- 1-2 years of experience in addiction, mental health, or human services is preferred.
- Experience with co-occurring disorders is a plus.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull 20-50 lbs.
- Ability to build rapport with clients and maintain professional relationships with medical and mental health staff.
Location & details#
- Location: Clovis, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
- This is a full-time, unpaid internship.
About First Steps Recovery
First Steps Recovery is a healthcare organization based in Clovis, California. Founded in 2014, the company operates as a partnership with 92 employees. It provides addiction treatment services including detox and residential care. The facility serves specific groups such as veterans and first responders through gender-responsive programs.
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