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Pre-Licensed Therapist Position at Clarvida - California

Job Title: Pre-Licensed Therapist Location: California Employment Type: Full-time Salary: Competitive; based on experience

About the Role

The Pre-Licensed Therapist provides mental health treatment services designed to maximize client independence and family empowerment. This role delivers individual, group, and family counseling services to support clients in achieving personal, social, educational, and vocational goals. Working within a multidisciplinary team, the Pre-Licensed Therapist provides culturally responsive, community-based care while supporting positive clinical outcomes and overall well-being.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and family therapy services to children, adolescents, and adults
• Conduct clinical assessments and therapeutic interviews to identify client needs and treatment goals
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans and interventions
• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning and case consultations
• Monitor client progress and evaluate treatment effectiveness
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with company and regulatory requirements
• Participate in program development activities, staff meetings, and trainings
• Provide referrals, resource coordination, and linkage to additional services as appropriate
• Provide consultation and educational presentations to community organizations, schools, hospitals, and service agencies as needed
• Facilitate psychoeducational groups on topics such as parenting, anger management, life skills, and wellness
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, ethical standards, and professional boundaries
• Meet assigned productivity expectations as established by the program
• Provide services in clinic, school, home, and community settings as needed
• Transport clients when necessary using a personal vehicle
• Work one to two afternoons per week with availability until 7:00 PM
• Participate in assigned on-call rotation and after-hours responsibilities as required by the program
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related behavioral health field from an accredited institution
• Registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC), or Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW)
• Minimum of two years of experience working with individuals experiencing mental health challenges in inpatient, outpatient, community-based, or related settings
• Direct clinical and case management experience
• Strong assessment, treatment planning, and documentation skills
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Intermediate computer proficiency and ability to utilize electronic health record systems
• Valid California driver's license, reliable transportation, and active automobile insurance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with children, youth, and families
• Bilingual skills preferred
• Experience providing services in community-based, school-based, or outpatient settings
• Familiarity with crisis intervention and care coordination practices
• Experience facilitating groups and psychoeducational programming

Compensation & Benefits

Full-time Employees:

• Paid vacation days (increase with tenure)
• Separate sick leave that rolls over annually
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• DailyPay – access your earnings without waiting for payday
• Training, development, and continuing education opportunities
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Basic and optional life insurance coverage

All Employees:

• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet insurance
• Perks @ Clarvida – national discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
• Mileage reimbursement
• Cellphone stipend

(Benefits may vary by state or county)

Work Location California – Clinic, school, home, and community-based settings Travel may be required as part of service delivery

Employment Type Full-time

How to Apply If you are a passionate pre-licensed clinician committed to helping individuals and families achieve positive outcomes, click "Apply Now" to join Clarvida as a Pre-Licensed Therapist.

About Clarvida Clarvida is a leader in behavioral health care, providing community-based mental health and human services. The organization is committed to delivering innovative care while fostering a supportive and growth-oriented environment for employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer Clarvida is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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