LCSW: Trauma‑Informed Therapy & Advocacy

Health and Life Organization; California; On-site; USD 78,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Health and Life Organization seeks a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to provide mental health services under supervision in a California clinic. You will assess clients, develop individualized care plans, and deliver therapy across individual, group, and family sessions.

The role includes crisis response, advocacy, and coordination with community resources to ensure comprehensive care. Required is an MSW, CA LCSW licensure, and at least two years of social work experience.

Qualifications

• Requires MSW from an accredited program
• Must be a licensed LCSW in California
• Minimum two years of social work or behavioral health experience
• Proficient in individual, group, and family therapy techniques
• Ability to perform thorough psychosocial assessments
• Strong crisis-intervention skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Knowledge of ethics, laws, and professional standards
• Familiarity with local community resources and services
• Experience coordinating care across providers

Responsibilities

• Evaluating clients' psychological, emotional, and social needs.
• Creating individualized care plans based on assessment findings.
• Offering individual, group, and family therapy sessions.
• Responding to clients in crisis situations and providing appropriate support.
• Advocating for clients to access necessary resources and services.
• Connecting clients with community resources and support services.
• Coordinating care and services for clients, ensuring continuity and comprehensiveness of care.
• Documentation: maintaining accurate, timely, confidential client records.
• Ensuring adherence to ethical guidelines and regulations.
• Engaging in ongoing supervision and professional development.
• Collaborating with other healthcare professionals and community organizations.
• Assisting in development and implementation of clinical programs.

Skills

Individual therapy

Group therapy

Family therapy

Psychosocial assessments

Crisis de-escalation

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Cultural competence

Advocacy

Teamwork

Client empathy

Education

MSW – Master of Social Work

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (CA)

Job description

Health and Life Organization seeks a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to provide mental health services under supervision in a California clinic. You will assess clients, develop individualized care plans, and deliver therapy across individual, group, and family sessions.

The role includes crisis response, advocacy, and coordination with community resources to ensure comprehensive care. Required is an MSW, CA LCSW licensure, and at least two years of social work experience.