Join a mission-driven team and contribute to a significant cause! Pave Talent is collaborating with a renowned nonprofit organization to build self-reliance among youth, individuals, and families through problem-solving, skill-building, and accessible community-based services.

This position is ideal for someone who has recently obtained their Associate number from the Board of Behavioral Sciences. It offers robust clinical supervision and a collaborative environment, making it perfect for early-career professionals seeking substantial learning and development opportunities.

Our client is a well-established nonprofit, known for its collaborative and supportive team culture, commitment to work-life balance, and dedication to personal and professional growth.

Role Impact:

The Clinician will provide therapeutic Outpatient Clinical Services (OCS) to youth who are juvenile justice-involved or at risk of juvenile justice involvement and who have behavioral health needs with full-scope Medi-Cal beneficiaries, underserved and uninsured, which qualify them for Full Service Partnership services in this program.

🔎 Key Responsibilities:

• Completes a comprehensive assessment battery, consisting of the trauma-informed Behavioral Health Assessment (BHA) and various other assessment tools as appropriate for each client
• Collaborate with the youth/family to identify ancillary services that may be needed to supplement therapy, including SUD counseling, psychiatric services, mental health nursing services, and Peer Support Specialist services
• Communicates regularly with the program's Psychiatrist, Mental Health Registered Nurse, SUD Counselor (if applicable) and Peer Support Specialist regarding client treatment
• Helps clients who do not have a primary care physician (PCP) to establish a medical home, and document PCP information in Cerner
• Completes a High Risk Assessment in Cerner within 48 hours of being notified that a client has been discharged from hospitalization
• Provides crisis management consultation and education as needed
• Fulfills the role of "single staff person" responsible for OCS clients and families
• Participates in care coordination
• Conducts individualized strength-based individual, family, and group therapy utilizing evidence-based treatment modalities

📝 Candidate Profile:

• Master’s Degree in counseling, social work, or related field required.
• BBS-registered AMFT, ASW OR APCC
• Position will work out of Lifeline's San Diego office.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required
• Must have good driving record and be willing to use own, properly insured, reliable vehicle for the job.
• Must pass required pre-employment clearances, including background checks, drug testing, and TB testing.

✅ What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary: $30.00- $33.00 Salary will be commensurate with experience and education, plus additional incentives for bilingual candidates.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including medical, dental, and vision coverage and a matched 403b retirement plan.
• Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Leave: 5 weeks of PTO in total, ensuring a healthy work-life balance. We also provide flexible working hours in our hybrid schedule.
• Professional Development Assistance: Opportunities for continuous growth and advancement.
• Supportive Work Environment: Emphasis on collaboration, teamwork, and clinical supervision.
• Meaningful Impact: Work that directly benefits underserved populations and contributes to the well-being of the community.