Clinician (Associate or Licensed) - Santa Maria, CA
10 hours ago
Job description
Join a Growing Faith-Based Organization Serving Children, Youth, and Families Across Foster Care, Adoption, Comprehensive Family Support Services and Behavioral Health Programs.
Position Overview
Pathway Family Services is a faith-based, family service agency providing foster care, adoption, enhanced care management, and now, behavioral health services community-wide to youth and families. We are seeking compassionate mental health professionals to provide trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate mental health services to children, youth, non-minor dependents (NMDs), and families in our care.
Qualifications Required
Interested candidates must have a Master's Degree and eligibility for or possession of California registration or licensure in one of the following fields:
Social Work (ACSW/LCSW)
Marriage and Family Therapy (AMFT/LMFT)
Counseling (APCC/LPCC)
Psychology (Licensed Psychologist)
Experience providing mental health services to children, adolescents, and families
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and child welfare systems
• Strong documentation and time management skills
• Must obtain and maintain DOJ, FBI, and CACI clearances
• Reliable transportation and valid vehicle insurance.
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical Service Delivery: Provide evidence-based, trauma-informed mental health services including individual therapy, family therapy, and group therapy
• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
• Utilize attachment-centered and trauma-responsive approaches, including TBRI-informed principles
• Provide crisis intervention, safety planning, and mandated reporting as needed
Documentation & Compliance: Complete all progress notes within 24 hours of each clinical session
• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with Medi-Cal, DHCS, and county behavioral health standards
Collaboration & Coordination: Work closely with Enhanced Care Management (ECM) teams, care coordinators, and in-home coaching providers
• Collaborate with Child Welfare Services, schools, probation, and other community partners
• Participate in Child and Family Team (CFT) meetings and multidisciplinary reviews
Professional Development: Complete TBRI Caregiver Package Training within first year of hire. Participate in required trainings, supervision, and professional development activities
Work Settings
Services provided across multiple settings including clinic-based, home-based, school-based, community-based, and telehealth (as permitted).
Program Operations Hours: Monday – Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
• Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Work schedules designed to meet program needs and member availability. Evening or Saturday hours may be required.
Key Highlights
✓ Meaningful Impact - Work directly with foster youth, adopted youth, and families in need of trauma-informed care
✓ Professional Growth - Comprehensive training in TBRI and evidence-based practices
✓ Collaborative Environment - Work alongside ECM teams, care coordinators, and multidisciplinary partners
✓ Flexible Service Delivery - Variety of settings including clinic, home, school, and community-based
✓ Mission-Driven Organization - Faith-based agency committed to transforming lives through quality care
Required Qualifications
Master's degree in behavioral health field from accredited institution
• Active California registration or licensure (Associate or Licensed level)
• Experience providing mental health services to children, adolescents, and families
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and child welfare systems
• Strong documentation and time management skills
• Must obtain and maintain DOJ, FBI, and CACI clearances
• Reliable transportation and valid vehicle insurance
Benefits
Fully comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, and dental insurance
• 401K retirement account
• Life insurance
• 12 paid holidays
• PTO plan
Compensation
Job Type: Full-time or Part-time | Pay: $72,000.00/year (Full-time) | Location: Santa Maria, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $72,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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