About Us & Why We're Hiring

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.

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
• This position is fully on-site

Qualifications

• Bilingual in Spanish and English required.
• 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

Starting Salary:

• A.M.F.T., A.C.S.W., and A.P.C.C. $67,000
• L.M.F.T., L.C.S.W., and L.P.C.C. $69,000 - $74,000
• Waivered Psychologist: $75,000
• Licensed Psychologist: $77,000 - $83,000
• Additional years of experience will be considered as well
• $3,000 differential available for bilingual Spanish-English proficiency (must pass Spanish Proficiency Assessment to qualify)

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/

*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.