About Us & Why We're Hiring
We empower children, youth and families to flourish in vibrant communities.

• Child and Family Guidance Center (CFGC), established in 1962, is a leading provider of community mental health and social services in the San Fernando and Antelope Valleys
• Our mission is to empower children and families to achieve health and well-being through innovative mental health services.
• We serve thousands of children and families annually
• We are inspired by our staff of caring and committed professionals
• We are seeking passionate people to join our team

If our mission resonates, keep reading.

• As part of our team, you will join us in providing a continuum of prevention, early intervention, and intensive treatment services to children and families.
• We offer services in our offices, at schools, and in homes.
• Together, we seek to create stronger, more resilient communities
• Your role will center around changing lives, extending our reach, deepening our impact, and building meaningful outcomes for those seeking help.

The Position:

We are seeking a full-time Clinical Therapist for our Full-Service Partnership (FSP) Program, at our Balboa site in Northridge, to provide Intensive in-home/community-based services to high risk youth and their families. This is a hybrid position offering both FSP and outpatient services. Learn more about the FSP program here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sw8dsRhrpTo

What You’ll Do

• Conducts intakes, provides individual, group and family therapy services in office and community and school based settings. Service includes initial clinical assessments, diagnosis, clinical treatment planning and implementation, referral and termination.
• Provides mental health services in the home, school and/or other community based settings as needed.
• Engages primary caregiver and other family members in active change-oriented treatment by identifying and overcoming barriers to engagement.
• Will participate in clinical on call rotation to provide FSP cases with 24/7 crisis response which will include one weekend a month.
• Collaborates and consults with school personnel, DMH, DCFS, DPS and any other service agencies as needed.
• Maintains clinical charts and completes program and DMH paperwork.
• The first four months of this position is fully onsite. Hybrid work options are available afterward.
• Fulltime – 40 hours per week. Work schedule is based on the needs of the center and caseload.

Starting Salary:

• A.M.F.T., A.C.S.W., and A.P.C.C. $68,500
• L.M.F.T., L.C.S.W., and L.P.C.C. $70,500 - $75,500
• Waivered Psychologist: $76,500
• Licensed Psychologist: $78,500 - $84,500
• 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)
• *Eligible for $2,500.00 sign-on bonus* ($1,250 to be paid on first pay period and $1,250 to be paid after one year of employment)

Qualifications

• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.
• Experience working with children and adolescents with intensive needs.
• Strong assessment and clinical judgment skills.
• Knowledge of evidence-based child and family interventions relevant to families served in the community mental health settings.
• Ability to develop reasonable, appropriate treatment plans and clinical programs to meet the needs of the clients.
• Ph.D., Psy.D., MSW, or MA/MS with an emphasis on marriage and family therapy. Must be eligible to register with the Board of Psychology or Board of Behavioral Sciences.

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! Check out our full benefits summary https://www.childguidance.org/portfolio/benefits/

Contingencies

• Must be fully vaccinated with proof of vaccination. The Center will provide accommodations as required by applicable law.

*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.