Clinical Therapist / Facilitator - FSP

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 looking for a Clinical Therapist / Facilitator for the FSP program in Antelope Valley. This position is primarily responsible for providing mental health treatment services to emotionally disturbed children and adolescents in the FSP program. As Facilitator, this position orients families to the Wraparound process and assures that fidelity to the Wraparound model is maintained.

What You’ll Do

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy to an assigned caseload of high-risk youth and families.
• Conduct intakes, assessments, treatment planning, and discharge planning to support ongoing client care.
• Deliver intensive, community-based mental health services in homes, schools, and other community settings.
• Develop and monitor individualized treatment plans, tracking progress and adjusting care as needed.
• Respond to client crises and symptom management, including participation in 24/7 on-call support for FSP clients as assigned.
• Lead and facilitate Child and Family Team (CFT) meetings using the Wraparound process and family-centered, strengths-based practices.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary partners (schools, DMH, DCFS, DPS, and other agencies) and provide case management and referrals.
• Maintain timely documentation, productivity standards, and participation in supervision, trainings, and team meetings in accordance with agency, HIPAA, and funder requirements.
• Hours: Full-time: minimum 40 hours per week.
  
  
  

Starting Salary

• A.M.F.T. and A.C.S.W. $70,305 - $77,800
• L.M.F.T. and L.C.S.W. $70,305 - $86,000
• Waivered Psychologist: $78,304 - $85,000
• Licensed Psychologist: $78,304 - $94,000
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish required.
• Experience providing direct mental health services to children and adolescents, including work with traumatized youth and families.
• Ability to respond effectively to high-risk situations and volatile family dynamics while maintaining professionalism.
• Skilled in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and delivering culturally competent services.
• Strong organizational, communication, time management, and computer skills, with the ability to work independently, maintain reliability, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• 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.
• Experience working with children/families, field/community work, and interdisciplinary teams.
  
  
  

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

• Educational Assistance 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
• 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/careers
• 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.