Clinical Therapist – Palmdale

Child and Family Guidance Center | CFGC; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization dedicated to empowering children and families as a Clinical Therapist in Palmdale. You will provide comprehensive outpatient treatment services in office, community, and school settings, contributing to the community's mental health needs. This role offers the opportunity for growth and professional development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Free supervision for licensure

Educational Assistance Reimbursement

100% License/Registration Fee Reimbursement

Work-life balance and flexible time off

Great training/learning opportunities

Premier Benefits including medical and dental insurance

Supportive work environment

Pet insurance policies available

Qualifications

• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.
• Relevant experience with children and families.
• Strong assessment and clinical judgment skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intakes and provide therapy services in various settings.
• Handle crisis situations and maintain clinical charts.
• Collaborate with school personnel and participate in trainings.

Skills

Therapeutic Skills

Assessment Skills

Crisis Management

Education

Ph.D., Psy.D., MSW, or MA/MS in Marriage and Family Therapy

Job description

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About Us & Why We're Hiring

• Child and Family Guidance Center (CFGC), established in 1962, is a leading provider of community mental health and social services in the San Fernando and Antelope Valleys
• Our mission is to empower children and families to achieve health and well-being through innovative mental health services.
• We serve thousands of children and families annually
• We are inspired by our staff of caring and committed professionals
• We are seeking passionate people to join our team
  
  
  
• As part of our team, you will join us in providing a continuum of prevention, early intervention, and intensive treatment services to children and families.
• We offer services in our offices, at schools, and in homes.
• Together, we seek to create stronger, more resilient communities
• Your role will center around changing lives, extending our reach, deepening our impact, and building meaningful outcomes for those seeking help.
  
  
  

About Us & Why We're Hiring

We empower children, youth and families to flourish in vibrant communities.

• Child and Family Guidance Center (CFGC), established in 1962, is a leading provider of community mental health and social services in the San Fernando and Antelope Valleys
• Our mission is to empower children and families to achieve health and well-being through innovative mental health services.
• We serve thousands of children and families annually
• We are inspired by our staff of caring and committed professionals
• We are seeking passionate people to join our team
  
  
  

If our mission resonates, keep reading.

• As part of our team, you will join us in providing a continuum of prevention, early intervention, and intensive treatment services to children and families.
• We offer services in our offices, at schools, and in homes.
• Together, we seek to create stronger, more resilient communities
• Your role will center around changing lives, extending our reach, deepening our impact, and building meaningful outcomes for those seeking help.
  
  
  

The Position

We are seeking a full-time Clinical Therapist for our Palmdale site to provide comprehensive outpatient treatment services to children, adolescents and their families in the office, community and school-based settings.

What You’ll Do

• Conducts intakes, provides individual, group and family therapy services in the public school, office based and community settings. Services include initial clinical assessments, diagnosis, clinical treatment planning and implementation, referral and termination.
• Handles crisis situations, including outside of normal work hours.
• Follows CFGC and coinciding school district’s reporting protocols.
• Conducts parent education programs and family support groups.
• Maintains clinical charts and completes program paperwork.
• Collaborates and consults with school personnel, which includes teachers, counselors and administrators.
• Participates in supervision, meetings and trainings related to position and services provided including evidence-based practice trainings, boosters and consultations assigned.
• Hours: Full-time (40 hours), Monday – Friday, 2 evenings per week until 8:00pm are required.
• This position is fully onsite for the first four months. Hybrid work options are available after successful completion of four months of employment
  
  
  

Starting Salary

• A.M.F.T., A.C.S.W., and A.P.C.C. $71,640
• L.M.F.T., L.C.S.W., and L.P.C.C. $72,640 - $78,640
• Waivered Psychologist: $79,640
• Licensed Psychologist: $80,640 - $86,640
• Additional years of experience will be considered as well
• $3,000 differential available for bilingual Spanish-English proficiency (must pass Spanish Proficiency Assessment to qualify)
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.
• Relevant experience working with children and families.
• Strong assessment and clinical judgment skills.
• Knowledge of evidence-based child and family interventions relevant to families served in the community mental health settings.
• Ability to develop reasonable, appropriate treatment plans and clinical programs to meet the needs of the clients.
• Ph.D., Psy.D., MSW, or MA/MS with an emphasis on marriage and family therapy. Must be eligible to register with the Board of Psychology or Board of Behavioral Sciences.
  
  
  

We’re building a diverse, inclusive team

• You’re welcome here. We want CFGC to reflect the diversity of our community and flourish together.
• CFGC is committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion and strives to create a diverse, welcoming and supportive workplace
  
  
  

CFGC promotes professional development and a healthy work-life balance

• Free supervision for licensure
• Educational Assistance Reimbursement
• 100% License/Registration Fee Reimbursement
• Great training/learning opportunities with a focus on clinical services
• Supportive, friendly work environment that prioritizes YOU
• Work-life balance – flexible time off policies
• Hybrid Work Schedule
• Committees and workgroups that always strive to make CFGC’s workplace culture the best it can be.
• Premier Benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, identity theft protection, Tickets at Work discount services, and even pet insurance policies!
• Employees in this role may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
• And much more! Check out our full benefits summary https://www.childguidance.org/portfolio/benefits/
• This job posting includes a summary of duties, responsibilities, and qualifications for this position. It is not a complete job description and is subject to change based on the needs of the center.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Mental Health Care

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