Location: Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, CA 

Full Time Monday - Friday  11:00am - 7:00pm

Pay Range - Hourly $28.00 - $31.00 depending on experience

Are you passionate about guiding young adults through transformative addiction recovery?

Join Optimum Performance Institute (OPI) — a nationally recognized, mission-driven program helping young adults (ages 17 to 28) build independence and resilience. Located in vibrant Woodland Hills, near Malibu and downtown LA, OPI combines evidence - based mental health care with real - world integration in a dynamic urban setting.

As a key contributor to our comprehensive substance use recovery program, you’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver personalized, ethical, and outcomes-focused care. OPI’s continuum includes Residential Treatment, IOP, Transitional Living, Life Skills Coaching, and Community Integration, all designed to support lasting growth and healing.

• Complete psychosocial and SASSI assessments within the first week; screen for safety risks and set treatment goals with participants.
• Lead 6 weekly addiction groups across LT and STR programs; provide weekly 1:1 addiction support and documentation.
• Facilitate in-house and external recovery meetings; ensure consistent participant engagement in addiction services.
• Conduct and document urine screens, breathalyzers, and room searches per policy; maintain CLIA license.
• Train staff on addiction protocols including testing and room searches; attend all treatment team meetings.
• Support therapists with substance-related family work; assist Program Director with substance use concerns as needed.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with ethical, clinical, and operational standards.

• Education - Associate’s degree accepted; Bachelor’s degree preferred (ideally in addiction studies or a related field). A college degree is required.
• Certification - Must hold a current RADT or CADC certification.
• Experience & Expertise - Minimum of 3 years of experience in the addiction or treatment field, including work with dual diagnosis populations and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Communication - Strong written and verbal communication skills; engaging and patient demeanor.
• Professional Standards - Excellent time management, flexibility, and willingness to obtain CPR/First Aid certification
• Must be able to pass background and drug screening per California law. 

• Access to an established Mastery Program that offers professional and financial opportunities for professional growth.
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Multiple plan options including PPO and HDHPs with HSA eligibility and company contributions.
• Paid Parental Leave – Up to 6 weeks fully paid for exempt employees and 4 weeks for non-exempt.
• Life & Disability Coverage – Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability; voluntary life and optional short-term disability available.
• 401(k) with Company Match – Retirement savings with matching contributions after eligibility period.
• PTO & Holidays – Competitive PTO accrual plans and paid holidays throughout the year.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for life’s challenges.

OPI is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience we offer through the diversity of our employees and community. We actively seek to recruit and support a broadly diverse staff who contribute to our excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, and relevance in a global society.

OPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. #LI-KK1 #LI-Onsite