Mental Health Therapist / Associate Clinical Social Worker

Mental Health Therapist / Associate Clinical Social Worker

Licensed therapists and registered ASWs are encouraged to apply. Clinical supervision and hours sign-off may be available for eligible ASW candidates.

We are an established Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP) providing individualized therapeutic support to youth with complex behavioral, emotional, and mental health needs. Our program serves youth in a home-like residential setting with embedded mental health services, educational supports, treatment planning, crisis response, and coordinated care.

Our facility maintains a small, specialized caseload of no more than six residents at any given time, allowing our clinical team to provide highly individualized, relationship-based support. We are a collaborative, close-knit team committed to consistency, compassion, trauma-informed care, and clinically guided interventions that support each youth’s daily functioning, emotional stability, and long-term permanency goals.

Position Summary

We are seeking a licensed Mental Health Therapist to join our team and play a vital role in supporting youth through a holistic, clinically guided approach. The therapist will provide direct mental health services, participate in treatment planning, coordinate care with stakeholders, and respond to crisis situations as needed. This position requires clinical expertise, strong organizational skills, and a collaborative spirit.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide individual therapy to youth on-site, and support group sessions as appropriate.
• Coordinate with residential staff and external providers to ensure consistent, integrated care for each youth.
• Actively participate in Child and Family Team (CFT) meetings and contribute to interagency collaboration and service coordination.
• Support and respond tocrisis situations, including de-escalation and safety planning.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and Medi-Cal-compliant documentation of clinical services.
• Monitor treatment progress, provide clinical insight into discharge readiness, and support continuity of care planning.
• Help foster a culture of accountability, respect, and professionalism within the residential team.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related field.
• Current California registration or licensure (LMFT, LCSW, or LPCC).
• Preferred minimum one year of experience working with youth in a high-acuity behavioral setting or residential/foster care setting
• Experience with trauma-informed care and behavioral intervention practices strongly preferred.
• Preferred knowledge of STRTP operations, Medi-Cal billing requirements, and CFT processes is highly desirable.
• Strong clinical judgment, crisis response skills, and the ability to function effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

What We Offer

• A small, focused caseload (maximum of six youth).
• A supportive, friendly team environment that values collaboration and mutual respect.
• The opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a growing program and shape clinical care practices from the ground up.
• A mission-driven workplace focused on youth safety, stability, and long-term success.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $70,670.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person