Clinical Therapist, Mental Health

Description

Join Us at Wayfinder Family Services: A Place Where Every Challenge Meets Opportunity

At Wayfinder Family Services, we believe every child, youth, and adult facing challenges deserves support—and we’re committed to being their unwavering guide. With a deep-rooted belief in the power of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA), we strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive, contribute, and grow. If you want to make an impact, build lasting relationships, and create positive change in the communities we serve, Wayfinder might be the place for you!

Your Opportunity to Lead Change

As a part of the Wayfinder team, you won’t just have a job—you’ll have a purpose. You’ll be part of a team of passionate professionals who are committed to providing life-changing services to individuals facing obstacles. Whether you're working with children, youth, or adults, every day presents a new opportunity to make a difference in someone’s life.

Why Choose Wayfinder Family Services?

We offer more than just competitive salaries; we offer a community where your work will matter and where your growth is supported. Here’s how we empower our team:

💼 Work-Life Flexibility

• Hybrid schedules available for many roles
• Flexible hours to support your work-life balance

💰 Competitive Compensation & Benefits

• Sign-on bonuses for eligible positions
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
• Generous 401(k) matching (100% of deferrals up to 3% of compensation; 50% of deferrals on 3% to 5%)
• Medical & Dental Insurance with employee-only family coverage plans
• Paid Time Off: 11 paid holidays, five winter holidays, and a generous PTO policy
• Education Reimbursement: Invest in your career development
• Employee Referral Program: Encourage your colleagues to join us
• Robust training programs in trauma-informed care, evidence-based practices, and clinical supervision for licensure

🌍 Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility

• We are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve.
• We actively encourage applicants from historically underrepresented groups, including women, people of color, LGBTQIA individuals, veterans, and people with disabilities.

🌱 Growth & Learning

• Access to professional development opportunities, including Shared Core Practice Model and Trauma-Informed Care training.
• Be a part of our commitment to best practices in social services.

Compensation:

• In accordance with California law, the expected salary range for this position is posted with this position.  The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Role Summary

As a Clinical Therapist, you will be pivotal in supporting children, youth, and families facing life’s toughest challenges. Whether you provide hands-on case management, help to develop life skills, or provide emotional support, your work will directly impact the lives of those we serve.

What We’re Looking For:

We’re seeking passionate individuals who embody the values of compassion, integrity, and teamwork. Here’s what you’ll need to succeed:

• A solid commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of others
• Experience working in social services, education, mental health, or related fields (preferred but not required)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills—you're a connector, a listener, and a problem solver
• A passion for lifelong learning and professional development
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment and work collaboratively with diverse teams
• A growth mindset that aligns with Wayfinder’s mission to empower and support marginalized communities

How you will Impact Change:

• Ensures that professional services are rendered to and/or on behalf of clients and families in a manner that promotes their overall safety, recovery, health, and well-being and adheres to the mission and vision of Wayfinder. Ensure that all such services are in accordance with all laws rules, and regulations governing professional practice. 
• Serves as a role model for children, youth and families served by Wayfinder. Maintains emotional stability and an ability to function effectively with children, adolescents and/or adults who may always have mental and/or behavioral health challenges.  Demonstrate appropriate daily behavior, expressions of emotion and professionalism that is free of hostility, aggression and/or unnecessary/inappropriate physical actions.
• Responsible for delivering and coordinating Mental Health Services to clients and families as defined by Wayfinder’s Policy and Procedures, the Core Practice Model, and county department standards. Such services are inclusive of, but not limited to, conducting intake screenings, processing the steps for admission, performing full clinical client assessments, developing individualized care plans/treatment plans with clients and families, conducting individual, group and/or family therapy to address problem list and engaging family members/caregivers/identified support persons in regular collateral contacts/sessions.
• Maintains client confidentiality in accordance with agency Policy and Procedures, respective county guidelines and any applicable state regulations. Also adheres to all county/state state-mandated reporting obligations.
• Responsible for delivering therapeutic interventions/services to and/or on behalf of the client as established by the problem list and care plan and consistent with established standards of practice and standards of proficiency discussed and established in clinical and administrative supervision.

We offer a sign-on bonus of $5,000 (50% paid after 1 month and the remaining 50% paid after 3 months).

• Salary Range:$68,000.00 - $73,000.00 (Bonus not included)
• BBS Registered Therapist: $68,000
• Bilingual, BBS Registered Therapist: $70,500
• Licensed, Bilingual, BBS Registered Therapist: $73,000

Qualifications

Education and Credentials

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW), Clinical Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy or related mental health/human services field.
• Active license with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) OR registered in California an Associate Social Worker (ASW) or Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) required.
• Experience working with high-risk children, adolescents, adults and/or families within the Mental Health, Educational, and/or Child Welfare systems preferred.
• Knowledge or experience with LA County Department of Mental Health (DMH) billing and documentation procedures preferred.
• Trained and certified in LA County approved Evidence-Based Practices (EBP), including Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) CBT, Seeking Safety, Managing and Adapting Practices (MAP), Aggression Replacement Training (ART) Triple P, and/or Incredible Year preferred.
• Availability to be on-call for crisis related services required.
• Willingness and ability to make frequent field visits, attend meetings, conferences and other job related events away from headquarters. If driving a personal or agency vehicle, must be insurable by our agency’s automobile insurance carrier.

Employee Wellness and Safety at Wayfinder

Our employees' and clients' health and safety are at the heart of everything we do. To maintain a safe environment, we require:

• Health screenings and adherence to our masking policies where applicable
• Proof of required vaccinations for employees working with unaccompanied minors (The Haven program)
• Exemptions considered for medical or disability-related reasons

At Wayfinder, we believe in our diverse team's strength and collective ability to create meaningful change. Wayfinder Family Services is ready for you if you're ready to contribute to an organization that values your skills, respects your individuality, and fosters your personal and professional growth!

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Salary : $68,000 - $73,000