Associate Mental Health Therapist (ACSW / AMFT / APCC)

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Oakland, CA
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Salary Range: $75K to $84K a year

Position Summary
We’re expanding our Integrated Behavioral Health (IBH) team in Oakland, CA, and seeking an Associate Mental Health Therapist to provide person-centered support across behavioral health, housing, and social service systems. This role offers clinical supervision, hands-on collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on health access in the community.

Key Responsibilities

Care Coordination & Program Support

• Deliver in-person and telehealth-based care coordination for individuals with behavioral health and social support needs
• Conduct comprehensive client assessments and contribute to individualized care planning
• Facilitate warm handoffs and referrals to behavioral health, medical, housing, and community-based resources
• Monitor engagement and support follow-up care to maintain service continuity
• Collaborate with internal care teams and external partners to address client needs holistically
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case reviews, and service planning sessions
• Document services and progress accurately in the electronic health record (EHR)
• Assist with data collection and service tracking to meet reporting requirements

Compliance & Training

• Ensure compliance with Medi-Cal, HIPAA, and internal documentation protocols
• Attend required trainings, community forums, and IBH-related meetings
• Support program evaluation activities by monitoring outcomes and service delivery
• Contribute to outreach, resource navigation, and sustainability efforts

Requirements

• Registered Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW/ACSW) in the State of California
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Public Health, or a related field
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in behavioral health, case management, or social services
• Familiarity with Alameda County systems of care, including Medi-Cal and community-based resources
• Understanding of trauma-informed and culturally responsive service delivery
• Strong communication, time management, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with both clinical and non-clinical team members

Preferred:

• Experience in integrated or primary care settings
• Proficiency in an electronic health record system (SmartCare or similar)
• Bilingual skills (Spanish or other languages) highly valued
• Reliable transportation and valid CA driver’s license

Work Environment

• Hybrid community-based and clinic-based setting
• Occasional travel within Oakland CA
• Use of standard office and telehealth equipment
• May require occasional evening or weekend flexibility

Supervision & Support

• Clinical supervision available to support licensure hours
• Ongoing training and mentorship provided through internal and external partners
• Opportunity to grow within a supportive, multidisciplinary team environment

Equal Opportunity Statement

This position complies with all federal, state, and local regulations including HIPAA, CMIA, and Medi-Cal standards. The organization is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Join us in building a more connected and accessible mental health system in Oakland — apply today to begin your supervised journey.