Clinician/Mental Health Therapist

Overview South Bay Clinic is an outpatient clinic that provides mental health services to youth ages 11-18 who reside onsite at the residential facility in Chula Vista. The clinic serves clients referred through CFWB or Probation. Clinicians provide individual, family and group therapy as well as case management services, collaborating closely with client support networks to reduce mental health barriers and maladaptive behaviors such as aggression, AWOL, drug use, child sexual exploitation, and chronic defiance. Common diagnoses include MDD, GAD, PTSD, ADHD, DMDD, ODD, schizoaffective disorder, substance use disorders, and more. Services are conducted onsite; mileage reimbursement is available when services take place off‑site. Clinicians will assist clients in transitioning to lower level care environments such as reunification with caregivers, extended family, foster care, or transitional housing. Training is provided. What We Offer Competitive salary range $68,000–$75,000 per year depending on education, experience, language skills, and number of clinical hours (higher rates for licensed clinicians). Excellent medical and dental benefits for full‑time staff (80 or 60 hours). Vacation, sick time, and flexible schedules that promote work‑life balance. 403(b) plan, a tax‑deferred retirement arrangement. Family Fit Program through LA Fitness and discounts at CRUNCH Fitness. No‑cost meals while working. Extensive clinical supervision and no‑cost training opportunities, including CEUs. Many opportunities for advancement within the agency. Professional development assistance. Raise opportunities within 4–6 months. Therapeutic activities budget. Supportive team environment. Referral bonuses for referrals who become team members. Primary Responsibilities Engage youth and family in strength‑based, trauma‑focused individual, group, and family services. Diagnose client problems by collecting and evaluating information about the youth's history and presenting behaviors. Develop a treatment plan by establishing goals with the youth and determining treatment modalities. Monitor progress toward treatment goals by evaluating and adjusting services provided as clinically indicated. Ensure quality service for clients by working closely with families, foster families, support networks, CASAs, educational right holders, and referral sources (Child Welfare Services or Probation). Maintain ongoing collaboration with social worker and/or probation officer. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and county trainings. Adhere to critical documentation deadlines (weekly, monthly, quarterly) and demonstrate good time management skills. Skills and Qualifications Master's degree and registration with the Board of Behavioral Sciences (intern number required). Experience and skill working effectively with children and families – strongly preferred. One year experience providing individual, group, and family therapy – strongly encouraged. Licensed positions (LCSW, MFT, LPCC) also available. Preferred Skills and Qualifications Experience providing individual, group, and family therapy. Experience with substance use disorders. Experience working within a residential setting. Bilingual preference – Spanish. #J-18808-Ljbffr NEW ALTERNATIVES, INC.