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Community Memorial Healthcare

LMFT - Pediatric Behavioral Health Clinician

Community Memorial Healthcare, Ventura, California, United States

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Salary Range: $ 44.19 - $54.00 / hour

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Compensation Salary Range: $ 44.19 - $54.00 / hour

The pay range above represents the lowest possible rate for the position and the highest possible rate. Factors that may be used to determine where newly hired employees will be placed in the pay range include the employee specific skills and qualifications, relevant years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Most often, a newly hired employee will be placed below the midpoint of the range. If you are viewing this posting on a job site, please visit our company page and search for the opportunity to view the pay range: https://careers-mycmh.icims.com/jobs

Responsibilities Position Overview: Provides psychotherapeutic services and support for youth (ages 0‑26) and their caregivers. Provides assessment and diagnosis for psychological, emotional or behavioral disorders. Makes recommendations and implements appropriate treatment plans, then monitors progress through follow‑up sessions and/or regular meetings. Serves as a member of an interdisciplinary team consulting with physicians, APPs, nurses, psychiatrists, and medical staff. Assures the delivery of quality treatment to patients utilizing best practices and standards of care. Provides appropriate coordination of resources, referrals, and support in an effort to meet the total needs of the patient.

The Pediatric Behavioral Health Clinician supports the implementation and coordination of the Collaborative Care for Youth Innovation grant. This position operates within a Collaborative Care Model (CoCM) and Primary Care Behavioral Model (PCBH), integrating behavioral health into pediatric and young adult primary care settings. The Pediatric Behavioral Health Clinician will be responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating mental health conditions, offering therapy and support that aligns with patients’ overall healthcare goals. The role emphasizes early identification, family‑centered support, and seamless transitions to appropriate care across child, adolescent, and young adult populations (ages 0‑26 years).

Successful candidates will have the ability to manage common behavioral health concerns that present in primary care (e.g., depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma). Candidates will be flexible in their treatment approach as well as adapt to the needs and concerns of patients up to age 26. Candidates should have comfort with utilizing psychological screening measures to assess the efficacy of their treatment plan and drive symptom improvement. The clinician will also provide clinical supervision weekly to unlicensed Behavioral Staff. This is a grant‑funded position with a three‑year term with possibility of extension.

We are looking for a clinician who thrives in dynamic environments and demonstrates flexibility in meeting the needs of both patients and their caregivers. If you are passionate about delivering person‑centered care, enjoy variety in your daily work, and are committed to improving patient outcomes through team‑based care, this position is ideal for you.

Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or Marriage and Family Therapy

Active, unrestricted LCSW or LMFT licensure

One (1) year of experience working with children, adolescents and/or adults in a healthcare, behavioral, mental health, or social services setting

Current and ongoing Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) considered insurable under CMH insurance coverage

Current California Driver’s License

Preferred

Ability to develop and implement individualized treatment plans that address behavioral, physical health, and social needs

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including communication with caregivers

Bilingual in Spanish

Previous experience with crisis intervention

Previous experience in the continuity of patient care planning

Five (5) years of experience working with children and youth, ages 0‑18

Training in evidence‑based interventions (COCM, PCBH, CBT, MI, PST, or trauma‑focused models)

Overview Community Memorial Health System was established in 2005 when Community Memorial Hospital in Ventura merged with Ojai Valley Community Hospital. It is comprised of these two hospitals along with a network of primary and specialty care health centers serving various communities across west Ventura County. Our health system is a community‑owned, not‑for‑profit organization. As such, we are not backed by a corporate or government entity, nor do we answer to shareholders. We depend on – and answer to – the communities we serve.

Community Memorial Hospital – Ventura has been awarded a prestigious five‑star rating by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)! This achievement represents thousands of people going the extra mile every day for our patients, and we are the ONLY hospital in Ventura County to earn this distinction!

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Shift Differentials

In‑House Registry Rates

Fidelity 403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Medical (EPO/PPO), Dental, & Vision Insurance Coverage

Voluntary Worksite Benefits

Employee Assistance Program Available 24/7 (EAP)

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Recognition programs

Employee service recognition events

Home, Retail, Travel & Entertainment Discounts

National Hospital Week and National Nurses Week celebrations

Community Memorial Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. We strive to promote an environment where exceptional people bring diverse perspectives and find belonging, support and connection to their work in our community. “We are an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer”

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