Licensed Therapist (LMFT, LPCC, LCSW) - Youth STRTP

Center For Positive Changes; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Center for Positive Changes in San Diego County seeks a Licensed Therapist (LMFT/LPCC/LCSW) to join a multidisciplinary team and provide SMHS for youth in STRTP programs. The role emphasizes trauma-informed, strength-based care, assessment, treatment planning, and care coordination with other professionals.

The position requires CA licensure and at least one year of relevant experience in residential or outpatient mental health services for children and adolescents.

Qualifications

• Eligible candidates must be registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) and meet requirements for one of: LMFT, LPCC, or LCSW.
• At least one year of experience in a residential treatment facility or outpatient mental health program, preferably with children/adolescents.
• Licensure as LMFT, LPCC, or LCSW in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical services to youth in an STRTP setting using trauma-informed, strength-based approaches.
• Perform initial and ongoing clinical assessments and utilize DSM criteria to support diagnoses.
• Develop and update individualized treatment plans, safety plans, and transition plans.
• Provide individual, family, and group therapy and psychoeducation.
• Coordinate care with youth, families, residential staff, MHRS, social workers, and other professionals.
• Assist with risk assessments, crisis planning, and incident debriefing.
• Contribute to clinical supervision and continued education for team members.
• Ensure compliance with CFPC and regulatory requirements.

Job description

Licensed Therapist (LMFT, LPCC, LCSW) - Youth STRTP

Center for Positive Changes (CFPC) is a nonprofit behavioral health organization operating six Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Programs (STRTPs) across San Diego County. We provide behavioral health services to children, adolescents, and transitional-age youth, including youth involved with Child Welfare Services and the Justice System.

We are seeking a Licensed Therapist to join our clinical team. This position is ideal for a licensed LMFT, LPCC, or LCSW who wants to provide meaningful clinical services to youth while working as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team.

The Licensed Therapist provides Specialty Mental Health Services (SMHS) using trauma-informed and strength-based approaches. The role includes assessment, treatment planning, individual/family/group services, care coordination, crisis and safety planning, and clinical leadership for the Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist (MHRS).

What You’ll Do

• - Provide clinical services to youth in an STRTP setting using trauma-informed, strength-based, and evidence-informed approaches.
• - Complete initial and ongoing clinical assessments and utilize the DSM to support diagnostic and treatment decisions.
• - Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans, safety plans, and transition plans.
• - Exercise independent clinical judgment within the scope of your professional license and provide clinical direction to the MHRS.
• - Provide individual, family, and group therapy and therapeutic skill-building services.
• - Provide psychoeducation, emotional processing, coaching, and development of healthy social and emotional skills.
• - Conduct care coordination and collaborate with youth, families, residential staff, MHRS staff, social workers, probation officers, and other support professionals.
• - Connect youth and families with appropriate community resources and services.
• - Educate caregivers and other support persons regarding the youth’s behavioral health needs and treatment goals.
• - Participate in Child and Family Team (CFT) meetings and treatment team meetings.
• - Support permanency planning, transition planning, and successful discharge to an appropriate lower level of care.
• - Conduct risk assessments and participate in crisis response, de-escalation, safety planning, and incident debriefing.
• - Review and approve clinical documentation when required.
• - Support treatment teams in addressing co-occurring behavioral health, substance use, physical health, developmental, and intellectual needs.
• - Collaborate with the Program Manager/Clinical Director regarding clinical consultation and complex cases.
• - Provide coverage for MHRS responsibilities when needed or when the assigned MHRS is unavailable.
• - Complete clinical documentation accurately and within required timelines.
• - Participate in clinical supervision, team meetings, trainings, and continuing education.
• - Maintain compliance with applicable CFPC, Community Care Licensing, CARF, DHCS/STRTP, HIPAA, HITECH, and other applicable requirements.
• - Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

A qualified candidate must be registered with the state of California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) and meet requirements for one (1) or more of the following:

• 1. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) AND at least one (1) year of experience working in a residential treatment facility or outpatient mental health program, preferably with children and adolescents.
• OR 2. Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) AND at least one (1) year of experience working in a residential treatment facility or outpatient mental health program, preferably with children and adolescents.
• OR 3. Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) AND at least one (1) years of experience working in a residential treatment facility or outpatient mental health program, preferably with children and adolescents.