Child and Adolescent Therapist Medi-Cal
San Jose, CA - USA
Job Summary
Child and Adolescent Therapist - Medi-Cal
Location: San Jose California 95126
Employment Type: Part-Time (32 hours/week)
About This Opportunity
Join our dynamic clinical team as a Child and Adolescent Therapist and make a meaningful difference in the lives of children teens and families navigating mental health challenges. Were seeking a compassionate skilled clinician who is passionate about working with young people and their families in a collaborative multidisciplinary environment. This role offers the opportunity to provide evidence-based therapy contribute to treatment planning and share your expertise through community education and professional development.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive clinical interviews with parents and clients synthesizing and sharing clinical insights with the multidisciplinary team
- Develop and deliver individualized psychological treatment plans for children adolescents and families utilizing individual dyadic family parent-coaching and behavioral management modalities
- Coordinate clinical care and collaborate effectively with speech-language pathologists occupational therapists educators psychologists and psychiatrists to ensure comprehensive integrated treatment
- Design and deliver educational workshops and training seminars at our clinic and throughout the community on topics within your clinical expertise including continuing education and parent education
- Participate actively in clinical staff meetings team meetings and committees to support program quality and service excellence
- Maintain strict adherence to all mental health legal and ethical standards including timely completion of clinical documentation billing reports and confidentiality protocols as outlined by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (AAMFT) and National Association of Social Workers (NASW)
- Participate in IEP conferences and school-based meetings to support educational personnel in understanding client needs and implementing clinical recommendations
- Meet productivity expectations as established by the Division Director with full productivity anticipated by the end of the third month
- Maintain unwavering commitment to child safety mandated reporting responsibilities and professional boundaries
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support organizational goals
Required Qualifications
- Masters degree and current licensure as LPCC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor) LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) or LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) from an accredited graduate program
- Minimum 3 years of post-licensure clinical experience in pediatric clinic settings and/or school-based mental health programs
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of ADHD learning disabilities anxiety and depression and autism spectrum disorders
- Strong expertise in adolescent individual and family therapy case formulation and treatment planning
- Full compliance with all professional ethical legal and confidentiality standards established by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences AAMFT NASW and applicable state and federal laws (including HIPAA)
- Experience conducting clinical assessments with high-risk populations
- Proficiency with computers and Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems
- Bilingual fluency in English and Vietnamese (required)
What Were Looking For
- Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple clients and documentation requirements
- Strong ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented multidisciplinary environment
- Exceptional interpersonal and written communication skills with clients families and colleagues
- Flexibility and adaptability in responding to changing circumstances and organizational priorities
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations and culturally responsive practice
- Willingness to contribute to professional development and continuing education
Position Details
Schedule & Hours
- 32 hours per week (0.80 FTE)
- Flexibility required for evening availability up to 7:00 PM
Physical Requirements
- Ability to occasionally lift move and set up training materials including binders laptop computers projectors flip charts and other equipment needed for training sessions and clinical work
Why Join Our Team
We are a community-based mental health organization committed to providing exceptional evidence-based care to children and adolescents. Our multidisciplinary team approach ensures that every client receives comprehensive coordinated care. We value clinical excellence professional growth and a supportive work environment where your expertise is recognized and your contributions make a real difference in young peoples lives.
Ready to Apply
If youre a dedicated clinician passionate about supporting children and adolescents through their mental health journey wed love to hear from you. Please submit your resume cover letter and professional references. Join us in creating positive change for the families we serve.
Required Experience:
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About Company
CHC provides expert mental health and learning support for children, teens, and young adults, plus resources for families, schools, and communities.