LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, PsyD, or PhD - ECM (100% onsite Los Angeles)

Amity Foundation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

401K, HSA, and Life insurance programs

Job summary

Amity Foundation is seeking an ECM Clinical Consultant in Los Angeles for a full-time position to enhance clinical service delivery in our prison and re-entry programs. The consultant will provide oversight and ensure compliance with clinical standards while coordinating care for high-need populations. A Master’s or Doctoral degree in a related field with active licensure in California and at least 5 years of clinical experience is required. The position offers an annual salary ranging from $80,000 to $90,000, with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in behavioral health.
• Active, unrestricted licensure in California: LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, PsyD, or PhD required.
• Experience in care management and population health is essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the care for high-need populations to improve health outcomes.
• Review and sign off on clinical assessments and treatment plans.
• Support staff development and ensure clinical quality across programs.

Skills

Clinical documentation review

Crisis intervention

Analytical skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

Master’s or Doctoral degree in behavioral health

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Amity Foundation

Amity Foundation is an internationally acclaimed Teaching and Therapeutic Community seeking compassionate and enthusiastic individuals to join our community as an ECM Clinical Consultant (LA). This opportunity allows you to work with our prison and re‑entry programs, enhancing your training and experience in clinical service delivery.

About Amity

Amity Foundation provides a safe place where individuals can change in an environment that fosters trust, develops new values, and builds lasting relationships. We are dedicated to the inclusion and habilitation of people marginalized by addiction, homelessness, trauma, criminality, incarceration, poverty, racism, sexism, and violence. Our mission includes research, development, implementation, and dissemination of information regarding community building.

About the Position

The Clinical Consultant for the Enhanced Care Management (ECM) – Community Supports (CS) program supports programs and advocates by ensuring the quality of clinical service. The consultant maintains accurate, current clinical records that meet Medical Assistance standards and regulations, provides expertise and guidance to improve client care, program effectiveness, and clinical outcomes. A strong clinical background in care management and a passion for innovative practices are essential.

What You Will Do

Job Summary

The ECM Clinician is responsible for member coordination, improving health outcomes, enhancing satisfaction, and reducing unnecessary healthcare utilization. ECM is a comprehensive, patient‑centered approach that coordinates medical, behavioral, and social services for complex high‑need populations.

Essential Duties

• Review, approve, and provide clinical sign‑off on comprehensive assessments, individualized care plans, and treatment‑related documentation.
• Ensure documentation meets medical necessity and ECM/CalAIM standards.
• Provide feedback to staff to improve clinical quality, accuracy, and compliance.
• Maintain consistency in clinical practices across multiple contracts, counties, and Managed Care Plans.
• Serve as a clinical resource and consultant to ECM staff and multidisciplinary teams.
• Guide complex and high‑risk cases, including behavioral health and substance use concerns, crisis intervention and stabilization, and treatment planning.
• Support staff with case debriefing and clinical guidance.
• Assist with escalated clinical involvement and consult on clinical and administrative issues.
• Help develop and implement clinical strategies aligned with program goals.
• Integrate evidence‑based practices into ECM service delivery.
• Evaluate and recommend clinical models, care pathways, and best practices to enhance outcomes.
• Collaborate with Program Director and leadership to support program design and clinical effectiveness.
• Support implementation of Teaching and Therapeutic Community models.
• Ensure ECM services meet local, state, and federal regulations, Managed Care Plan requirements, and contractual expectations.
• Conduct chart reviews, audits, and quality checks.
• Identify gaps, trends, and risks in clinical service delivery and recommend improvements.
• Support audit readiness, site visits, and compliance reviews.
• Develop and deliver training on clinical documentation standards, care coordination techniques, and best practices in ECM service delivery.
• Support onboarding and ongoing staff development and clinical competency building.
• Promote consistency in clinical approaches across programs and counties.
• Serve as a liaison between ECM programs, healthcare providers, and community partners.
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams to improve service delivery.
• Participate in committees and meetings to advocate for ECM services and the populations served.
• Support quality improvement initiatives with leadership and care teams.
• Provide clinical supervision and guidance to ECM Advocates and Housing Navigators (as needed).
• Offer ongoing consultation, mentorship, and support without direct managerial responsibility.
• Guide staff in applying trauma‑informed care and client‑centered approaches.
• Attend meetings, trainings, and workshops as requested.
• Maintain documentation of clinical reviews and approvals.
• Provide reports on clinical trends, outcomes, and recommendations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring

Required

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in behavioral health, public health, or related human services field.
• Active, unrestricted licensure in California: LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, PsyD, or PhD.
• Minimum 5 years of clinical experience in behavioral health and high‑acuity or underserved populations.
• At least 2 years of experience in care management, population health, or ECM‑related services.
• Strong experience in clinical documentation review, treatment planning, and crisis intervention.
• Valid and unexpired driver’s license.

Preferred

• Previous clinical experience with individuals recently released from jail or prison; supervisory experience.
• Experience providing services inside correctional facilities.
• Knowledge of re‑entry systems, benefits navigation, and housing resources.
• Experience with ECM/CalAIM programs and Managed Care Plans.
• Experience working with justice‑involved or re‑entry populations.
• Previous supervisory or clinical oversight experience.
• Knowledge of housing resources, benefits navigation, and community‑based systems.
• Comfortable working in both secure custodial environments and community‑based field settings.
• Vehicle, car insurance, and valid driver’s license.
• Bilingual Spanish/English fluency (oral and written) highly desirable.

Certifications or Licenses

• Licensed with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) (e.g., ASW, AMFT, LCSW, LMFT).
• Community Health Worker certification through California’s HCAI Department (preferred).
• Driver’s License.

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Expert knowledge of clinical practices, care coordination, and patient‑centered care.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret clinical and utilization data and translate findings into actionable strategies.
• Advanced understanding of medical necessity criteria, ECM/CalAIM requirements, behavioral health systems, and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong clinical judgment, assessment, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Knowledge of trauma‑informed care, re‑entry services, and justice‑involved populations.
• Ability to work independently while supporting multiple programs and interdisciplinary teams.
• Collaboration skills across counties, providers, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Cultural competency and ability to work with diverse and underserved populations.
• Knowledge of contract parameters, deliverables, and compliance with regulations.
• Ability to support quality assurance efforts, identify gaps, and recommend improvements.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt, and implement effective solutions.
• Clear communication of concepts, preparation of reports, and development of policies and procedures.
• Proficiency in Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Understanding of organizational policies, procedures, and compliance standards.

ADA Information

Physical Requirements

• Frequent lifting/moving up to 50 pounds.
• Extended periods of sitting and standing.
• Extended typing periods.
• Occasional reaching, walking, climbing, pulling, pushing, grasping, stretching, stooping.
• Frequent talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
• Verbal and written communication required.
• Vision (close, distance, color, peripheral, depth) to perform tasks.
• Wear comfortable, office‑appropriate clothing.

Mental Demands

• Adapt to changing priorities.
• Work under pressure with difficult or temperamental individuals.
• Handle mental and emotional stress related to the position.

Work Conditions

• Indoor office setting.

Environmental Conditions

• Moderate noise level; can be loud.
• Temperature usually moderate to cool; can be cold or hot.

Travel

• Local travel by vehicle; frequent local travel throughout Orange County.
• Local travel to the Los Angeles Office.
• Program implementation, training, stakeholder meetings, and quality reviews.

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental, Vision.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• 401K, HSA, and Life insurance programs.
• Commitment to community action.
• Community‑oriented workplace.

Salary

$80,000 - $90,000 a year

Job Details

• Position: Full‑Time
• Location: Los Angeles, 90007
• Schedule: On‑site (100%)
• FLSA Status: Exempt