UHS
Location
San Diego, California
The therapist will facilitate structured IOP group, individual, and family therapy sessions while maintaining accurate clinical documentation. They will also conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with the clinical team to ensure high-quality client care.
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field. An active and unrestricted clinical license such as LCSW, LMFT, or LPCC is required.
Job Title: Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) Therapist
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Associate Licensed IOP Therapist to join our growing clinical team to provide high-quality, evidenced-based care through group, individual, and family therapy. Key Responsibilities Facilitate structured IOP group therapy sessions (process, psychoeducation, skills-based) Provide individual and family therapy as clinically indicated Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation, including assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans Monitor client progress and adjust treatment interventions as needed Collaborate with internal team members and external referral sources to ensure continuity of care Participate in case consultations, team meetings, and utilization reviews Ensure compliance with all regulatory, ethical, and organizational standards Support crisis intervention and risk assessment when necessary Benefit Highlights: Competitive Compensation Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan Long and Short-term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts; Healthcare Savings Account Life Insurance Career development opportunities within the company Tuition Assistance Rewarding work environment - Enjoy going to work everyday! What We’re Looking For A clinician who is engaged, accountable, and solution-oriented Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to build rapport quickly with diverse client populations A team player who can also take initiative and manage their own caseload effectively Someone who thrives in a structured, fast-paced clinical environment Commitment to ethical practice and continuous professional growth Performance Expectations Maintain a consistent caseload and meet productivity standards Complete all documentation within required timeframes Deliver high-quality, clinically sound group and individual sessions Demonstrate measurable client engagement and progress Adhere to program schedules and maintain punctuality Contribute positively to team culture and collaboration Support program growth through strong clinical outcomes and referral relationships Why Join Us Join a growing behavioral health program where your clinical expertise makes a direct impact. We offer meaningful work, a collaborative team environment, and the opportunity to help shape a program committed to excellence in care. For more information email Courtney Eble, Horizon Health Recruiter at courtney.eble@horizonhealth.com
Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field Active and unrestricted licensure (e.g., LCSWA, AMFT, APCC, or equivalent) preferred Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills Knowledge of evidence-based treatment modalities (e.g., CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care) Excellent documentation and organizational skills Ability to work both independently and collaboratively Preferred Experience Experience working in an Intensive Outpatient (IOP), Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), or similar level of care Background in mental health, substance use disorders, or co-occurring disorders Experience facilitating group therapy Familiarity with insurance requirements and medical necessity criteria Experience using electronic health records (EHR) systems EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success. Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skillset and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.