Licensed Therapist (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, or LCP)

Family Health Centers of San Diego; Imperial Beach (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Relocation assistance

CEU stipend

Paid time off

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Job summary

Family Health Centers of San Diego is seeking a licensed mental health professional to provide counseling in an outpatient setting. You will perform initial assessments, develop care plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate patient care.

The role requires an active California license (LMFT/LCSW/LPCC or Psychologist) and offers a hybrid work structure, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth within a leading community health system.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active California license (LMFT, LCSW, LPCC or Psychologist).
• Outpatient behavioral health setting with mild to moderate acuity.
• Ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and coordinate care.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling sessions to assigned patients.
• Complete all required documentation accurately and timely.
• Performs initial assessment and ongoing care.

Skills

Counseling

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Documentation

Care coordination

Education

California LMFT/LCSW/LPCC or Psychologist license

Job description

For more than 55 years, Family Health Centers of San Diego’s (FHCSD) mission has been to provide caring, affordable, high-quality health care and supportive services to everyone, with a special commitment to uninsured, low-income and medically underserved persons.FHCSD is one of the top 10 largest federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) in the country. We operate more than 90 sites across San Diego County, including 29 primary care clinics, 23 behavioral health facilities, 10 physical rehabilitation clinics, nine dental clinics, five vision clinics, four outpatient substance use treatment programs, three mobile medical units, two mobile counseling centers, two urgent care centers, and a pharmacy.Our staff provides care to over 227,000 patients each year, of whom 91% are low-income and 29% are uninsured. FHCSD provides care to all. Services include, but are not limited to adult care, chronic disease management, pediatrics, comprehensive women’s care including obstetrics, dental, vision, case management, physical rehabilitation, speech therapy for children, vaccinations, infectious diseases, behavioral health, substance use counseling and a host of specialty services including cardiology, podiatry, endocrinology, dermatology, among others. FHCSD also offers supportive services to those who are unsheltered and in need of intensive case management.The breadth of our clinic locations, services and programs has grown over the last five decades, making us the largest community clinic provider of health care to the uninsured in the county and one of the top 10 largest community clinic organizations in the nation. We are also the largest health care safety-net provider, largest school-based health care provider and the largest mental health provider in the San Diego region.Impact Lives, Impact CommunityFamily Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) is passionate about providing exceptional health care to all, especially underserved communities with limited health care options. Founded by a Latina grandmother/community advocate over 50 years ago in Barrio Logan, FHCSD has grown into one of the largest community health systems in the country. With over 90 sites, over 227,000 patients, and over 1.1 million healthcare visits last year, we provide a wide variety of health care and outreach services to a very diverse patient population. We are proud of our mission, our lasting community impact, and the cultural and individual diversity of our staff.FHCSD is now one of the largest providers of behavioral health services in San Diego County, and we are continuing to grow to meet the needs of our community.“Why I’m here at FHCSD is because it’s a really important place for folks to get access to mental health services…. They’re doing great work to think about the whole person. Not just the physical health, but the mental health side.”Mandy K. Cohen, MD, MPH, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention DirectorPay and Benefits:$100,000-$125,000 Starting Annual Salary$5,000 hiring bonusHybrid position structure with both in office and remote workRetirement Plan with 50% Employer MatchAnnual Raises, CEU Stipend, and Career GrowthPaid Time Off, Extended Sick Leave and Paid HolidaysMedical/Dental/Vision/FSA/Life Insurance$3,000 in Relocation AssistanceEmployee Discounts, Wellness Programs, Pet Insurance, and moreDuties and Responsibilities:Provide counseling sessions to assigned patientsComplete all required documentation accurately and timelyPerforms initial assessment and on-going careParticipates in the development of individualized care plansAddresses co-occurring disordersWork as a member of the multi-disciplinary treatment teamCoordinate with Case Managers and patient support staffConnect patients to internal/external resources as appropriatePerforms other duties as assignedRequirements:Must have an active registration in good standing with the State of California as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCC) or Clinical Psychologist.Work EnvironmentFHCSD's services are all outpatient and designed for those struggling with mild to moderate acuity levels. You will have support from other therapists, case managers, a scheduling team, administrators, and a wide range of other medical professionals in our facilities. The Mental Health Department strives to create an inclusive community that fosters teamwork and continuous learning. In addition to a structured orientation process, all newly hired therapists participate in our Buddy Program so you have a designated peer to help you adjust and succeed in your new position.#IndMentalHealthWe are excited to share that the salary range for this position is:$100,000.00 - $125,987.00Information on our extensive benefits package can be found here: FHCSD Wellness – Employee Hub (gobenefits.net)FHCSD provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.