Psychotherapist II

Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA); Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Hospital Los Angeles seeks a Psychotherapist II to provide home-based mental health services for young children and their families. The role emphasizes assessment, treatment planning, and evidence-based interventions for acutely complex cases, with potential group facilitation and partnerships to expand service access.

The position is primarily home-based, with optional clinic or telehealth components, and requires CA licensure and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of clinical experience with children, adolescents, young adults, and/or families.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Valid CA Driver's License with proof of insurance for field-based services.

Responsibilities

• Provide home-based psychotherapeutic services for a caseload of children ages 0-3 and their families.
• Assess, plan, and deliver evidence-based interventions; may facilitate groups.
• Collaborate with team members to support access to services and partnerships with CHLA and external partners.
• Work primarily in home-based settings with some clinic or telehealth opportunities.

Skills

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

Master's degree in Social Work / MFT / Psychology

CA Licensure (LCSW / LMFT / LPCC)

AHA BLS certification

Job description

• This position is Hybrid: will vary based on program needs. Will include off-site community home visits as needed.

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Purpose Statement/Position Summary

The Psychotherapist II provides psychotherapeutic services for a caseload of patients with acutely complex needs. The Psychotherapist II will provide home-based mental health intervention for children ages 0-3 and their families, with priority given to referrals for infants who are returning home following hospitalization. Responsible for assessment, treatment planning and provision of psychotherapeutic services to a defined caseload of patients and may also support the facilitation of groups. Employs evidence-based psychological treatment interventions and provides case management services as needed. This position works with other team members to support access to overall services. This position is also responsible for supporting partnerships designed to enhance the availability of services care at CHLA and at external partners. This position will be primarily home-based with some option for clinic or telehealth services.

Required

Minimum Qualifications/Work Experience

• 2+ years of clinical experience with children, adolescents, young adults, and/or their families/caregivers.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Valid CA Driver's License and proof of insurance required for positions requiring field-based services.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in health care setting.
• Experience working in health care settings and with children, adolescents, and families.

Education/Licensure/Certifications

Required

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, or Psychology with previous experience in a child, adolescent, or family mental health setting.
• Licensed by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences as a Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor.
• American Heart Association BLS certification.

Preferred

• Bilingual in English/Spanish.