Child and Family Guidance Center | CFGC
Psychiatric Clinical Therapist
Child and Family Guidance Center | CFGC, Palmdale, California, United States, 93552
Position
We are seeking a full-time Psychiatric Clinical Therapist for our Palmdale location. This position will maintain a dual caseload of medication-only case-management clients and provide mental health treatment services to children and adolescents in assigned programs. It is part of a multidisciplinary team—including psychiatrists, therapists, and other professionals—working collaboratively to ensure comprehensive whole-person care. What You’ll Do
Evaluate client and family case management and brief intervention needs for clients in medication case management services. Provide linkage and referrals as needed for client and family support services. Provide individual, family and group therapy to assigned mental health caseload. Work collaboratively with psychiatrists to ensure client’s holistic mental health needs are addressed. Provide a range of treatment services including but not limited to intakes, assessments, ongoing treatment planning and discharge planning. Provide field-based services (when needed) to meet the needs of the client which may include where the client lives or other community locations. Develop effective, individualized treatment plans and monitor client progress. Handle client crisis and symptom management, including outside of normal work hours, and participate in agency-wide on-call and duty officer rotations. Actively involve caregivers in treatment through collateral and family sessions, parent education programs, and family support groups. Meet expected performance billable hours as assigned by Program Manager. Complete all documentation according to Agency, HIPAA, and funder standards within required timelines. Participate in supervision, meetings and trainings related to position and services provided including evidence-based practice trainings, boosters, and consultations as assigned. Hours: Full-time (40 hours), Monday – Friday, with a minimum of two evenings per week (11am – 8pm). The first four months of this position is fully onsite. Hybrid work option available after four months of successful employment. Starting Salary
A.M.F.T., A.C.S.W. $71,640 L.M.F.T., L.C.S.W. $73,640 – $78,640 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). Qualifications
Bilingual in Spanish and English required. Relevant work and/or intern experience providing direct mental health services to children and adolescents. Ability to work effectively with highly traumatized children and families. Ability to appropriately respond to volatile families and high-risk situations. Knowledge of and experience with providing culturally competent services. Ability to effectively work collaboratively with all disciplines of the treatment team in a professional manner. Able to work independently and to seek supervision when needed. Must demonstrate good written, verbal and computer skills. Must be organized, dependable and take a proactive approach to work. S.W. from a regionally accredited graduate program. Must be eligible for registration with the Board of Behavioral Sciences and maintain registration in good standing. Must have a continuous clear criminal record. Must have valid California driver’s license and current automobile insurance at all times. 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! 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.
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We are seeking a full-time Psychiatric Clinical Therapist for our Palmdale location. This position will maintain a dual caseload of medication-only case-management clients and provide mental health treatment services to children and adolescents in assigned programs. It is part of a multidisciplinary team—including psychiatrists, therapists, and other professionals—working collaboratively to ensure comprehensive whole-person care. What You’ll Do
Evaluate client and family case management and brief intervention needs for clients in medication case management services. Provide linkage and referrals as needed for client and family support services. Provide individual, family and group therapy to assigned mental health caseload. Work collaboratively with psychiatrists to ensure client’s holistic mental health needs are addressed. Provide a range of treatment services including but not limited to intakes, assessments, ongoing treatment planning and discharge planning. Provide field-based services (when needed) to meet the needs of the client which may include where the client lives or other community locations. Develop effective, individualized treatment plans and monitor client progress. Handle client crisis and symptom management, including outside of normal work hours, and participate in agency-wide on-call and duty officer rotations. Actively involve caregivers in treatment through collateral and family sessions, parent education programs, and family support groups. Meet expected performance billable hours as assigned by Program Manager. Complete all documentation according to Agency, HIPAA, and funder standards within required timelines. Participate in supervision, meetings and trainings related to position and services provided including evidence-based practice trainings, boosters, and consultations as assigned. Hours: Full-time (40 hours), Monday – Friday, with a minimum of two evenings per week (11am – 8pm). The first four months of this position is fully onsite. Hybrid work option available after four months of successful employment. Starting Salary
A.M.F.T., A.C.S.W. $71,640 L.M.F.T., L.C.S.W. $73,640 – $78,640 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). Qualifications
Bilingual in Spanish and English required. Relevant work and/or intern experience providing direct mental health services to children and adolescents. Ability to work effectively with highly traumatized children and families. Ability to appropriately respond to volatile families and high-risk situations. Knowledge of and experience with providing culturally competent services. Ability to effectively work collaboratively with all disciplines of the treatment team in a professional manner. Able to work independently and to seek supervision when needed. Must demonstrate good written, verbal and computer skills. Must be organized, dependable and take a proactive approach to work. S.W. from a regionally accredited graduate program. Must be eligible for registration with the Board of Behavioral Sciences and maintain registration in good standing. Must have a continuous clear criminal record. Must have valid California driver’s license and current automobile insurance at all times. 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! 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.
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