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 Bilingual Clinical Therapist for our Balboa site in Northridge to provide comprehensive outpatient treatment services to children, adolescents and their families in the office, community and school based settings.

What You’ll Do

• Conducts intakes, provides individual, group and family therapy services in the public school, office based and community settings. Services include initial clinical assessments, diagnosis, clinical treatment planning and implementation, referral and termination.
• Conducts initial assessments of children who have been removed from their home and placed into protective custody by the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS).
• Provides services to MAT designated clients in the community, home and locations where the MAT is located.
• Completes a draft of the Multidisciplinary Assessment Team Summary of Finding (MAT SOF) prior to the 30-day time line as specified in the MAT Scope of work Procedure Manual, which will require the MAT Coordinators approval before the MAT SOF is released.
• Handles crisis situations, including outside of normal work hours.
• Follows CFGC and coinciding school district’s reporting protocols.
• Conducts parent education programs and family support groups.
• Maintains clinical charts and completes program paperwork.
• Collaborates and consults with school personnel, which includes teachers, counselors and administrators.
• Participates in supervision, meetings and trainings related to position and services provided including evidence-based practice trainings, boosters and consultations assigned.
• 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)

Qualifications

• Bilingual in Spanish and English required.
• Experience working with children and adolescents, particularly working with ages 0-5.
• 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.
• Ability to work in the field, including home visits.
• 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.
• Licensed Therapist strongly preferred.

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.