Pre-Licensed Therapist

Pathways; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Free licensure supervision

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Mileage reimbursement

Cellphone stipend

Pet insurance

Job summary

Clarvida seeks a Pre-Licensed Therapist for the Catalyst Program in San Diego County. You will oversee administrative operations, supervise staff, coordinate services, and support recovery-oriented care while maintaining program quality.

The role requires a Master’s degree in a relevant field, licensure eligibility (AMFT/APCC/ACSW), and 2+ years of mental health experience. On-site full-time position with comprehensive benefits and driving responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field from an accredited institution.
• Registered as AMFT, APCC, or ACSW.
• Minimum two years of experience with mental health clients (inpatient or outpatient).
• Direct clinical and case management experience with rehabilitation philosophy.
• Strong clinical, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Intermediate computer proficiency.
• Valid California driver’s license, reliable transportation, and active auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provides crisis intervention consultation and activities related to interventions.
• Provides individual (adult and children), group and family therapy.
• Offers occupational, education, and other information to support educational/vocational plans.
• Participates in interdisciplinary treatment planning.
• Contributes to program development and staff in-services.
• Attends staff meetings as required.
• Performs administrative functions for the program.
• Provides work-related supportive services and transports clients as needed.
• Conducts counseling interviews to set goals and plan actions.
• Documents in medical records according to policy and regulation.
• Evaluates data to identify causes and refer to specialists as needed.
• Maintains HIPAA, ethics, and professional boundaries.
• Follows up counseling results to assess effectiveness.
• May provide required weekly hours as directed.
• Provides consultation/education to community groups and agencies.
• Links to intensive interventions to mediate crises or trauma.
• Teaches educational classes and provides on-site therapy in schools.
• Meets monthly productivity requirements.

Skills

Clinical experience

Case management

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Computer proficiency

Driver's license

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

About The Role

The Pre-Licensed Therapist-Catalyst Program is responsible for overseeing all aspects of administrative operations within the program. This role ensures effective coordination of services, supervises staff performance, manages workflows, and supports compliance with organizational, county, and regulatory standards. The position also plays a key leadership role in fostering staff development, maintaining program quality, and supporting recovery-oriented services.

Description

Job Title: Pre-Licensed Therapist

Location: San Diego County, California

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary: $37–$39/hour

Date Posted:08/21/2026

About The Role

The Pre-Licensed Therapist-Catalyst Program is responsible for overseeing all aspects of administrative operations within the program. This role ensures effective coordination of services, supervises staff performance, manages workflows, and supports compliance with organizational, county, and regulatory standards. The position also plays a key leadership role in fostering staff development, maintaining program quality, and supporting recovery-oriented services.

Responsibilities

• Provides crisis intervention consultation and other activities directly related to the interventions process
• Provides individual (adult and children), group and family therapy
• Provides occupational, education, and other information to enable individual to formulate realistic educational and vocational plans
• Participates in interdisciplinary treatment planning
• Participates in program development and staff in-services
• Participates in staff meetings as required
• Performs administrative functions consistent with the needs of the program
• Provide work-related supportive services. Transport clients to accommodate community relationships. Use of personal car or vehicle is required.
• Conducts counseling or therapeutic interviews to assist individual to gain insight into personal problems, define goals, and plan action reflecting interest, abilities, and needs
• Documents in medical record according to requirements of company and regulatory agencies
• Evaluates data to identify causes of problem of individuals and to determine advisability of counseling or may refer to other specialist or institutions
• Maintain and ensures HIPAA, ethical standards and professional boundaries with all staff and clients
• Follows up results of counseling to determine reliability and validity of treatment used
• May be required to provide a minimum number of hours weekly, as specified by supervisor or director
• May provide consultation/education to community service clubs, organizations, school districts, human service agencies, hospitals, and various county departments
• May provide linkages to intensive interventions to develop skills aimed at mediating the effects of mental health crisis, trauma, or depression
• May teach various educational classes (parenting, domestic violence, anger management, etc.) and provide on-site therapy in schools
• Monthly Productivity Requirement as determined by program

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field from an accredited institution
• Registered as Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC), or Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW)
• Minimum two (2) years of experience working with mental health clients (inpatient or outpatient)
• Direct clinical and case management experience with knowledge of rehabilitation philosophy
• Strong clinical, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Intermediate computer proficiency
• Valid California driver’s license, reliable transportation, and active auto insurance

Compensation & Benefits

Full-time Employees:

• Paid vacation days (increase with tenure)
• Separate sick leave that rolls over annually
• Up to 10 paid holidays*
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• DailyPay – access your earnings without waiting for payday*
• Training, development, and continuing education opportunities

All Employees

• 401(k)
• Free licensure supervision
• Pet insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Perks @ Clarvida – national discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
• Mileage reimbursement
• Cellphone stipend

(*Benefits may vary by state or county)

Work Location

San Diego County, California

Employment Type

Full-time

About Clarvida

Clarvida’s success is built on the strength of our people and a shared commitment to improving lives and communities. We empower employees to bring their full potential to their work while delivering outcome-driven, person-centered services.

Learn more:http://www.clarvida.com/mission-vision-and-values/

See other opportunities:https://www.clarvida.com/working-at-clarvida

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clarvida is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Keywords

Pre-Licensed Therapist, AMFT, APCC, ACSW, School-Based Therapy, Mental Health Services, Youth and Family Therapy, Behavioral Health, Crisis Intervention, Clarvida Careers