Psychotherapist, Private Practice (LPCC, LCSW, LMFT)

About us

Summer Sessions Counseling is built with the belief that mental health care is a right for all. We believe that advocacy, equty and access is of utmost imporance. We also believe that while we are professionals, we can have a little fun, have a good sense of humor and find enjoyment in life.

Job description

Licensed Mental Health Therapist

Summer Sessions Counseling is looking for therapists to be a part of the team! This is a part time or full time W-2 position for an FULLY LICENSED Therapist in California with a registration number from BBS. The ideal candidate has prior experience in human services, a desire to grow, and willingness to “sit in the muck” with clients.

Requirements:

• Masters Degree in Counseling, Psychology or related Field
• MUST have Associate License or Registration Number with the BBS

This job will be a good fit if the following describes you:

• Willing to hold meaningful and deep space for clientele
• Finds balance in being organized, detail oriented, working independently, and having a sense of humor, being in touch with your authentic self, working collaboratively.
• Holds a “come as you are” approach to supporting others
• Prioritizes healthy communication, conflict resolution
• Dependable, trustworthy, growth mindset
• Prior work with children, disordered eating (trained/certified), LGBTQ a PLUS
• Must be eligible to work in US/CA, no sponsorship or VISA support provided
• Extra incentives for EMDR, bilingual, specialty training.

Job Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain a caseload of 15-35 clients weekly
• Be on time for sessions
• Attend weekly supervision/maintain clear communication of any changes or needs
• Maintain regular communication and boundaries
• Adhere to time requirements, note taking and submission deadlines (submit clinical notes within 24 hours)
• Conduct intakes, psychosocial assessments, and mental health diagnosis including the clients’ acuity, strengths, and treatment needs
• Develop individual/family-centered and culturally appropriate treatment plans and provide outpatient services to include: providing individual, child, family and /or couples therapy sessions. Use evidence-based practices and trauma-informed practices.
• Responsible for clinical documentation, i.e., progress notes, patient assessments, service/treatment plans, and other forms/records as required in a timely manner.
• Maintain detailed case files and other documentation in 100% compliance with the program standards.
• Complete BBS paperwork
• Other duties as mutually agreed upon
• Extra consideration for bilingual and or specialty training (EMDR, Gottman etc)

Application Requirements:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• BBS Number / Registration Confirmation as Associate/Licensed PCC, MFT or CSW
• Letters of recommendation

Summer Sessions Counseling prioritizes mental health equity and access as a right for all, normalizing mental health and reducing the stigma surrounding mental health. This looks like being authentic, sounds like being compassionate, practicing healthy communication, and feels like validation and unconditional positive regard. We emphasize a “come as you are" approach to both our colleagues & clients.

Diversity is a must! We encourage people of color, minorities, LGBTQ candidates, as well as disabled individuals and those who have been consumers of mental health services to apply. We celebrate being an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in employment on the basis of any protected status or other non-merit factors.

Therapists start with a base pay which is paid per billable sessions, building a full caseload may take up to 3 months

We provide:

• A chill work environment
• Referrals and marketing
• Growth opportunities
• EHR for ease of notes & billing
• Weekly supervision / consultation
• Newly Renovated office space
• Flexible work schedule

Job Types: Part-time (15-40 hours) Pay: Starting from $60-$75 per clinical hour, $20 per administration hour. Pay is commensurate with experience, building case load and trainings/certificate etc.

Work Location:

* Downtown San Luis Obispo and/or Santa Maria

Application Alternatives

If you require alternative methods of application or screening, you must approach the employer directly to request this as really is not responsible for the employer's application process.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $60.00 - $75.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Choose your own hours

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60 - $75