Licensed Therapist

Lead with heart, serve with purpose.  Join U.S.VETS to empower homeless and at-risk veterans & families to rebuild their lives. 

Are you a compassionate, mission-driven licensed clinician looking to make a meaningful impact? Do you thrive in a collaborative, strengths-based environment where your expertise in evidence-based therapy can transform lives? 

U.S.VETS—the nation’s largest nonprofit dedicated to preventing and ending veteran homelessness—is seeking a Licensed Therapist to provide trauma-informed therapeutic services as part of our multidisciplinary clinical team. This role is vital in helping veterans experiencing homelessness address mental health challenges, recover from trauma, and achieve long-term stability. 

What You’ll Do 

As a Licensed Therapist, you will provide direct clinical care and leadership in a dynamic service environment. Responsibilities include: 

• Provide individual and group therapy using evidence-based practices (CBT, DBT, EMDR, Seeking Safety, Trauma-Informed Care). 

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans tailored to client needs. 

• Deliver crisis intervention and clinical support to veterans experiencing acute mental health or substance use challenges. 

• Maintain accurate, confidential client records and electronic case notes in compliance with HIPAA and state regulations. 

• Coordinate care and collaborate with the VA, community providers, and other U.S.VETS program staff. 

• Facilitate therapeutic groups for substance use recovery, PTSD, and other veteran-centered needs. 

• Contribute to creating and maintaining a therapeutic living environment across programs. 

• Ensure clinical practices align with state licensure requirements, professional ethics, and program/grant standards. 

• Provide mentorship, training, and clinical support to case managers, interns, and program staff as needed. 

You Are 

• Mission-Driven – You are deeply committed to serving veterans and fostering healing. 

• Clinically Skilled – You bring a strong foundation in therapeutic counseling, trauma treatment, and evidence-based practices. 

• Collaborative – You value teamwork and thrive in a multidisciplinary, community-centered environment. 

• Adaptable & Responsive – You can manage crises, balance client needs, and maintain professional standards. 

Required Qualifications 

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or related human services field. 

• Active independent licensure in California (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, or equivalent). 

• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience with evidence-based therapies (CBT, DBT, EMDR, Seeking Safety, Trauma-Informed Care). 

• Knowledge of military cultural competencies, including PTSD, depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders. 

• Valid driver’s license; must meet company insurance requirements. 

• Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills. 

Preferred: 

• Certification or experience in Alcohol & Drug Counseling. 

• Experience with Medicaid assessments and billing. 

• Direct work experience with veterans and/or individuals experiencing homelessness. 

Why Join U.S.VETS? 

• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, generous PTO, and more. 

• Professional Growth: Ongoing training, clinical supervision opportunities, and mentorship. 

• Supportive Culture: Work alongside passionate, collaborative professionals committed to empowering veterans. 

• Daily Impact: See the results of your work in the lives of veterans and families who find housing, healing, and hope. 

Join us to ensure no Veteran is left behind. Apply today and bring your clinical expertise to our mission. 

Not sure if you meet every requirement? Apply anyway.  At U.S.VETS, we know strong candidates come from all backgrounds and life experiences. If you’re passionate about serving veterans and using your skills to make a difference, you may be exactly who we’re looking for. 

Salary : $73,000 - $83,000