Clinical Social Worker LCSW

Little Scholars Services; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Health insurance

Home office stipend

Paid time off

Signing bonus

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Anchor Point Behavioral in California seeks an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to provide individual psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and young adults, perform diagnostic evaluations, and develop treatment plans. The role includes supervising Registered ASWs to meet California BBS requirements.

Candidates should have an MSW, active CA LCSW in good standing, knowledge of DSM-5-TR, and a track record in outpatient mental health.

Qualifications

• MSW from an accredited institution.
• Active, unrestricted California LCSW license in good standing.
• Experience providing psychotherapy and mental health assessments to children/adolescents/young adults.
• Strong knowledge of DSM-5-TR diagnostic criteria and evidence-based interventions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive mental health diagnostic evaluations for children, adolescents, and young adults.
• Review developmental, psychosocial, behavioral, and psychiatric histories.
• Utilize standardized clinical screening instruments within scope of practice.
• Develop diagnostic formulations and clinical recommendations.
• Prepare comprehensive diagnostic reports documenting assessment findings and recommendations.
• Identify clients requiring additional psychological, psychiatric, or neurodevelopmental assessments.
• Collaborate with licensed psychologists and other professionals when specialized testing is indicated.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Psychotherapy

DSM-5-TR knowledge

Assessment & risk

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Active California LCSW license

Doctoral degree (DSW/PhD) a plus

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Home office stipend
• Paid time off
• Signing bonus
• Tuition assistance

About Anchor Point Behavioral

Anchor Point Behavioral is a private outpatient mental health clinic providing comprehensive, evidence-based mental health services to children, adolescents, and young adults.

We are seeking an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to provide individual psychotherapy, conduct mental health diagnostic evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans, and supervise registered Associate Clinical Social Workers (ASWs).

The ideal candidate demonstrates advanced clinical judgment, expertise in child and adolescent mental health, and strong clinical leadership. Candidates with doctoral-level education are particularly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Diagnostic Evaluations and Clinical Assessments

• Conduct comprehensive mental health diagnostic evaluations for children, adolescents, and young adults.
• Review developmental, psychosocial, behavioral, and psychiatric histories.
• Utilize standardized clinical screening instruments within professional competency and scope of practice.
• Develop diagnostic formulations and clinical recommendations.
• Prepare comprehensive diagnostic reports documenting assessment findings, diagnostic impressions, and recommended interventions
• Identify clients requiring additional psychological, psychiatric, or neurodevelopmental assessments.
• Collaborate with licensed psychologists and other qualified professionals when specialized psychological testing is indicated.

Clinical Supervision of Associate Clinical Social Workers

Clinical supervision of registered ASWs is a required component of this position.

• Serve as a designated clinical supervisor for California BBS-registered Associate Clinical Social Workers.
• Provide individual and/or group clinical supervision in accordance with California BBS requirements.
• Review associate clinicians' diagnostic assessments, clinical documentation, treatment plans, and therapeutic interventions.
• Provide clinical consultation regarding complex cases, ethical decision-making, risk management, and treatment planning.
• Monitor clinical competency and professional development toward independent licensure.
• Complete required supervision agreements, evaluations, experience verification, and related documentation.
• Ensure associates practice within their authorized professional scope and receive appropriate clinical oversight.

Required Qualifications

• Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from an accredited institution
• Active, unrestricted California LCSW license in good standing.
• Must meet California Board of Behavioral Sciences qualifications to supervise registered ASWs, including applicable licensure-duration, training, and supervision requirements.
• Experience providing psychotherapy and mental health assessments to children, adolescents, or young adults.
• Demonstrated competency in mental health diagnosis, clinical assessment, and treatment planning.
• Strong knowledge of DSM-5-TR diagnostic criteria and evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
• Knowledge of California clinical social work regulations, professional ethics, confidentiality, and mandated reporting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Social Work (DSW or PhD), Clinical Psychology (PsyD or PhD), or a closely related behavioral health discipline.
• Advanced graduate or doctoral-level training in clinical assessment, mental health diagnosis, psychotherapy, or clinical supervision.
• Three or more years of outpatient clinical mental health experience.
• Specialized experience in child and adolescent mental health.
• Advanced training in CBT, DBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, play-based interventions, or family systems approaches.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish or another language.

Why Join Anchor Point Behavioral?

At Anchor Point Behavioral, we believe effective mental health treatment begins with strong clinical expertise, meaningful therapeutic relationships, and individualized care.

Our Licensed Clinical Social Workers play an essential role in delivering comprehensive mental health services while mentoring the next generation of clinical professionals.

We welcome experienced clinicians who value professional autonomy, clinical leadership, advanced education, and measurable treatment outcomes.

Join Anchor Point Behavioral and help advance high-quality mental health care for children, adolescents, and young adults.

Flexible work from home options available.