Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - California

Job Description

Job DescriptionJoin Our Transformative Mental Healthcare Team

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

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

Our dedicated and skilled clinical team enjoys both autonomy 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, along with our top-tier coordinated care and feedback mechanisms, leads to outstanding outcomes 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 connection. We believe that genuine human relationships 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 managed by clinicians, ensuring that our Clinical Leadership team is integral to every decision.
• Streamlined Administrative Tasks: We take care of insurance, billing, and marketing, allowing you to focus on what you love—working with clients.
• Innovative Technology: Utilizing Blueprint AI for session notes enables clinicians to spend less time on documentation and more on meaningful interactions with clients.
• Competitive Benefits: We offer industry-leading benefits, including sick leave, 401(k) contributions, and more.
• Clinical Support: Access our Clinical Consult Groups or schedule case consultations with our top clinicians.
• Clinical Autonomy: You have the freedom to make decisions regarding patient care while receiving support and guidance from our experienced Executive Therapists and Psychiatrists.
• Collaborative Environment: 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.

Our Impact in Numbers

• Access: The average wait time to see a W2 Clinician is 4 weeks; we reduce this to just 8.9 days, with 80% of clients seen within two weeks.
• Retention and Relationships: While the industry average for clients returning for a second session is about 70%, we achieve a remarkable 92% return rate.
• 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: The industry average for clients attending their first scheduled appointment is 65%; we improve this to an 81% attendance rate.

Key Responsibilities

• Build positive and trusting relationships with patients.
• Diagnose and treat mental health conditions.
• Develop personalized treatment plans based on individual patient needs.
• Conduct regular meetings with patients to provide counseling and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Perform ongoing assessments of patient progress.
• Engage 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 or intern-level therapists.
• Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) are a plus but not mandatory.
• Maintain professional licensure and/or certification throughout employment.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to guide and influence others.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Capability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and their families.
• Electronic Health Record (EHR) Proficiency: Experience in using electronic health record systems to manage patient data and document clinical information is essential. Familiarity with NextGen is highly desirable.
• Computer Skills: Strong 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 position with medical, dental, and vision coverage effective on the first of the month following employment.
• Base salary with monthly bonuses based on billed hours.
• Support for continuing education, including CEU days and reimbursements.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling services and resources for personal or professional challenges.
• 401(k) plan with company contributions.
• Support for credentialing, training, and development opportunities.
• Flexible work-from-home or hybrid options.
• Flexible scheduling.

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

• 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 committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you are excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply. You might be the perfect fit for this position or others!

We are dedicated to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, striving to create a work environment that reflects these values. Our goal is to maintain a diverse clinician base that mirrors the diversity of our clients. We respect and support the diversity of people, cultures, and ideas throughout our organization, aiming to be a welcoming, inclusive, and harassment-free workplace.

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