Associate Mental Health Therapist (ACSW / AMFT / APCC)

Gotham Enterprises Ltd; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Gotham Enterprises Ltd in Oakland, CA is seeking an Associate Mental Health Therapist to provide person-centered support across behavioral health, housing, and social service systems.

This hybrid role offers clinical supervision, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and opportunities to improve health access in the community.

Qualifications

• Registered Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW/ACSW) in California.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Public Health, or related field.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in behavioral health, case management, or social services.
• Familiarity with Alameda County Medi-Cal and community resources.
• Trauma-informed and culturally responsive service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-person and telehealth care coordination for behavioral health and social supports.
• Conduct client assessments and contribute to individualized care planning.
• Facilitate referrals to behavioral health, medical, housing, and community resources.
• Document services in the EHR and support reporting requirements.
• Attend trainings and supervision to support licensure hours.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative work

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work or related field

Tools

EHR systems (SmartCare or similar)

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

• 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 deliveryStrong 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.