Early Childhood Therapist

THERAPIST

If you are driven by a desire to make a meaningful difference in your community and shape brighter futures, The Help Group is the organization for you! We're one of the largest nonprofits of our kind in the U.S., offering diverse programs for individuals and families affected by autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, developmental delays, abuse, mental health and social-emotional challenges. Since our founding in 1975, we've grown significantly, expanding our reach to meet the evolving needs of our community. Today, we offer unparalleled academic programs, mental health support, therapy, life coaching, vocational training, specialized social and residential programs, and resources for LGBTQ youth and families. These initiatives touch the lives of over 6,000 clients a year and continue to expand in reach and impact. At the heart of The Help Group's mission is a steadfast commitment to empowering individuals to reach their full potential and live positive, productive, and fulfilling lives. We invite passionate professionals to join us in supporting the development of our students, clients, and residents as we grow! Here, you'll find not just a job, but an opportunity to grow your career in a deeply rewarding environment!

Come be part of a team that inspires, mentors and changes students’ lives because everyone deserves a great future. health, social and emotional challenges because everyone deserves a great future. Through strategic partnerships with governmental agencies and innovative programs like Project SAFE (PSafe) and Prevention Come be part of a team dedicated to empowering adolescents, adults and families facing mental and Aftercare (P&A), we foster long-term skills and support systems, enhancing the well-being of individuals and families across all stages of life.

Position Details

• Full-Time
• Locations: Culver City and Sherman Oaks
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing strengths-based assessments of children and families. Identify and prioritize families’ needs across all domains.
• Develop individualized Family Support Team, which includes multi-disciplinary professionals, the child and family, extended family members, and informal community supports.
• Design Family Support Plan, ensuring strategies, interventions and services are family-centered, flexible, and community-based.
• Ensure collaboration and coordination among all agencies and team members involved in the implementation of the Family Support Plan.
• Interface with DCFS, DMH, court systems, schools, health care providers and other community liaisons as appropriate.
• Comply with ethical standards and laws of confidentiality.
  
  

Qualifications

• Registered with the BBS as an AMFT, APCC, ACSW, LMFT, LCSW, and LPCC in the State of California
• Minimum one year experience working with parent child interactive therapy
• A passion to work with child-abuse prevention program that serves ages 0-18 as well as at-risk families from the community dealing with substance abuse and domestic violence.
• Strong interest in providing in- home, strength-based, culturally relevant counseling services.
• Ability to function as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Commitment to providing field-based services to multi-cultural population.
• Fluency in Spanish high preferred.
• Valid California Driver’s License.
• Must be insurable with agency’s insurance company for driving.
  
  

Benefits

The Help Group offers wonderful training opportunities, a supportive, professional work environment, and great benefits, including:

• Sign On Bonus:
• $2,500 - All BBS registered Full Time Therapists
• Supervision towards licensure
• We count EBP Certificate towards overall salary
• Insurance plans for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance - options for 100% employer sponsored plans
• 403b Retirement Plan
• 529 College Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Benefit Hub - Employee Rewards and Incentives
• Pet Insurance
  

Learn More About Our Community Programs Here

Project SAFE

Prevention & Aftercare

www.thehelpgroup.org

The salary range represents the low and high end of the salary someone in this role may earn as an employee of The Help Group. Salaries will vary based on various factors, including but not limited to, professional and academic experience, certification, training, responsibilities of the position, and other business and organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees. Salary decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each hire. The Help Group reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. If your requirements fall outside of this range, you are still welcome to apply.

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.