Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - California

Job Description

Job DescriptionJoin Our Transformative Mental Healthcare Team

Become part of a movement that is reshaping mental health services. Founded by psychiatrists, our organization is dedicated to addressing the mental health crisis by revolutionizing how individuals access care and how clinicians provide it. We prioritize transparency regarding our services, treatments, and coverage, advocate for innovation, and utilize our extensive data to enhance care delivery continuously.

Our mission is straightforward yet impactful: Enhancing lives, one session at a time.

Our dedicated and skilled clinical team enjoys both independence and institutional backing, allowing them to concentrate on what truly matters: improving patient outcomes. Our clinicians aim to make a broader impact beyond individual client support, working to elevate care standards that resonate throughout the system.

As a trusted behavioral health partner in the Western U.S., we have cultivated strong relationships that provide us with exceptional access, interoperability, and priority referrals. This unique position, combined with our top-tier coordinated care and feedback mechanisms, leads to outstanding results and cost efficiencies.

Our services are designed to be convenient and accessible, merging personalized client engagement with cutting-edge technology to enhance, rather than replace, human interaction. We believe that genuine human connections are essential, and we ensure comprehensive care from the initial match to ongoing sessions, so no one is overlooked and everyone has a brighter future ahead.

Why Clinicians Choose Us

• Clinician-Led Expertise: Our organization is founded and guided by clinicians, ensuring that our Clinical Leadership team influences every decision.
• Streamlined Administrative Tasks: We manage insurance, billing, and marketing, allowing you to focus on your passion—working with clients.
• Innovative Technology: Utilizing Blueprint AI for session notes enables clinicians to spend less time on documentation and more on meaningful client interactions.
• Competitive Benefits: We offer industry-leading benefits, including sick leave and 401(k) contributions.
• Clinical Support: Access our Clinical Consult Groups or schedule case consultations with our experienced clinicians.
• Clinical Autonomy: You will have the freedom to make decisions regarding patient care while receiving support from our seasoned Executive Therapists and Psychiatrists.
• Collaborative Teams: Join a supportive community where clinicians work in small teams of 10 to 12, led by a licensed clinical supervisor. You will never feel isolated in your journey.

Our Core Values

• Streamline processes.
• Build authentic connections.
• Raise the standard of care.

Headlight by the Numbers

• Access: The average wait time to see a W2 Clinician is typically 4 weeks, but we reduce this to an average of 8.9 days, with 80% of clients seen within two weeks.
• Retention and Therapeutic Relationships: While the industry average for clients returning for a second session is about 70%, we proudly maintain a 92% return rate, showcasing our ability to match clients with the right clinician.
• Continuity of Care: In the broader industry, only 36% of clients who attend at least four sessions continue with the same clinician. We exceed this with a 94% continuity rate.
• Client Engagement and Attendance: The industry average for clients attending their first scheduled appointment is 65%, while we achieve an 81% attendance rate, reflecting our effective engagement strategies.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Build positive, trusting relationships with patients.
• Diagnose and treat mental health conditions.
• Develop personalized treatment plans tailored to patient needs.
• Conduct regular meetings with patients to provide counseling and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Perform ongoing assessments of patient progress.
• Involve and advise family members when appropriate.
• Plan outreach and referral initiatives in local communities.

Qualifications

• At least 12 months of experience in a clinical setting after obtaining full licensure.
• A Master’s Level Degree or higher in a relevant field (Required).
• A full, unencumbered LMFT, LCSW, LPC, LPCC, or Psychologist license (specific to office location). Applications without a valid, active license will not be considered. We are not currently hiring associate/intern level therapists.
• Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) are advantageous but not mandatory.
• Maintain professional licensure and/or certification throughout employment.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Capability to guide and influence others.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Aptitude for establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with clients and their families.
• Electronic Health Record (EHR) Proficiency: Must have experience using electronic health record systems to manage patient data and document clinical information. Familiarity with NextGen is preferred.
• Computer Skills: Strong computer literacy with proficiency in various software applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations. Ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and troubleshoot common issues.

Benefits

• W-2 role with medical, dental, and vision coverage effective on the first of the month following employment.
• Base salary with a monthly bonus based on billed hours.
• Support for continuing education, including CEU days and reimbursements.
• Vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling services and resources for personal or professional challenges.
• 401(k) plan with company contributions.
• Credentialing support, training, and development opportunities for career growth.
• Flexible work-from-home or hybrid options.
• Flexible scheduling.

The total annual compensation includes a base salary of $90,000 plus a monthly billed hour bonus. Estimated total yearly compensation varies based on billed hours:

• At 25 billed hour units: $96,000
• At 27 billed hour units: $102,032
• At 30 billed hour units: $111,080

If you require accommodations for your interview, please inform us prior to scheduling.

Not meeting all the qualifications? Research shows that women, people of color, and historically underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you are excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification, we encourage you to apply. You may be the perfect fit for this role or others!

Our organization is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness, striving to create a work environment that reflects these values. We aim to maintain a diverse clinician base to support our varied clientele and respect the diversity of people, cultures, and ideas throughout our organization. We are dedicated to being a welcoming, diverse, and harassment-free workplace.

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