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We empower children, youth and families to flourish in vibrant communities.
If our mission resonates, keep reading.
The Position:
We are seeking a full-time Bilingual School-Based Therapist to provide clinical services to students and their families in a public-school setting in the Antelope Valley
What You'll Do
Qualifications
We're building a diverse, inclusive team
CFGC promotes professional development and a healthy work-life balance
Contingencies
*This job posting includes a summary of duties, responsibilities, and qualifications for this position. It is not a complete job description and is subject to change based on the needs of the center.
We empower children, youth and families to flourish in vibrant communities.
- Child and Family Guidance Center (CFGC), established in 1962, is a leading provider of community mental health and social services in the San Fernando and Antelope Valleys
- Our mission is to empower children and families to achieve health and well-being through innovative mental health services.
- We serve thousands of children and families annually
- We are inspired by our staff of caring and committed professionals
- We are seeking passionate people to join our team
If our mission resonates, keep reading.
- As part of our team, you will join us in providing a continuum of prevention, early intervention, and intensive treatment services to children and families.
- We offer services in our offices, at schools, and in homes.
- Together, we seek to create stronger, more resilient communities
- Your role will center around changing lives, extending our reach, deepening our impact, and building meaningful outcomes for those seeking help.
The Position:
We are seeking a full-time Bilingual School-Based Therapist to provide clinical services to students and their families in a public-school setting in the Antelope Valley
What You'll Do
- Provides individual, family and group therapy to assigned caseload within scope of practice.
- Provides a range of treatment services including but not limited to intakes, assessments, ongoing treatment planning and discharge planning.
- Provides field-based services when needed to meet the needs of the client which may include where the client lives or other community locations.
- Develops effective, individualized treatment plans and monitor client progress.
- Assumes ownership for any crisis situations as it relates to service delivery and sees it through to its completion, including outside of work hours.
- Actively involves caregivers in treatment through collateral and family sessions, parent education programs, and family support groups.
- Ensures that client's record is of high quality and kept up-to-date as part of the services provided.
- Participates in supervision, meetings and trainings related to position and services provided including evidence-based practice trainings, boosters, and consultations as assigned.
- Performs other duties as assigned within recognized scope of practice.
- Hours: Full-time (40 hours), Monday - Friday, some evenings may be required
- Starting Salary: $67,500 (additional years of successful related experience and/or licensure will be considered as well.)
- +$3000 bilingual differential for Spanish Speaking clinicians (Must pass Spanish proficiency assessment)
Qualifications
- Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.
- DMH paperwork experience
- Experience providing mental health services to children and adolescents.
- Strong assessment and clinical judgment skills.
- Knowledge of evidence-based child and family interventions.
- Ability to develop reasonable, appropriate treatment plans and clinical programs to meet the needs of the clients.
- Ph.D., Psy.D., MSW, or MA/MS with an emphasis on marriage and family therapy. Must be eligible to register with the Board of Psychology or Board of Behavioral Sciences.
- PPSC credential not required for this position
We're building a diverse, inclusive team
- You're welcome here. We want CFGC to reflect the diversity of our community and flourish together.
- CFGC is committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion and strives to create a diverse, welcoming and supportive workplace
CFGC promotes professional development and a healthy work-life balance
- Free supervision for licensure
- Educational Assistance Reimbursement
- 100% License/Registration Fee Reimbursement
- Great training/learning opportunities with a focus on clinical services
- Supportive, friendly work environment that prioritizes YOU
- Work-life balance - flexible time off policies
- Hybrid Work Schedule
- Committees and workgroups that always strive to make CFGC's workplace culture the best it can be.
- Premier Benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, identity theft protection, Tickets at Work discount services, and even pet insurance policies!
- Employees in this role may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
- And much more! Check out our full benefits summary https://www.childguidance.org/portfolio/benefits/
Contingencies
- Must be fully vaccinated/boosted to comply with the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and LAUSD mandate. The Center will provide accommodations as required by applicable law.
*This job posting includes a summary of duties, responsibilities, and qualifications for this position. It is not a complete job description and is subject to change based on the needs of the center.
