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CA Part-Time Associate Clinician
Registered Associate Marriage & Family Therapist or Associate Professional Clinical Counselor
NELA Therapy is looking for a motivated clinician who is interested in developing their clinical and business skills in a private practice setting. Applicants should have a passion for working with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds and members of the LGBTQIA+ community and be knowledgeable about intersectional identity issues and anti-oppressive practices.
Supervision is currently being offered remotely and in-person.
COMPENSATION: $40-$90/clinical hour, $17.28/administration hour. This is a W-2 position.

BENEFITS:

  • Flexible Hybrid Schedule

  • In-house supervision

  • Malpractice Insurance

  • Continuing Education Stipend

  • Access to training materials

  • Paid Sick Time

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1.Uphold and enforce the NELA Therapy’s standards, policies and procedures, client rights, and professional code of ethics and conduct.
2. Conduct clinical evaluation, bio-psycho-social assessment, client diagnosis and progress notes. Prepare client-centered treatment plans, case management, consultation, education, and refer as needed.
3. Provide therapeutic interventions to individuals, groups and families as needed and facilitate individual psychotherapy sessions and group therapy.
4. Provide services in accordance with NELA Therapy policies and procedures and established Mental Health Standards within the scope of practice of a therapist.
5. Evaluate the individual and family systems as well as assess client’s functioning within work, family, and routines of daily living and identify areas needing continued support, resources, and treatment.
6. Develop, implement, and maintain partnerships with other community providers.
7. Maintain Electronic Health Records to reflect course of treatment and provide required documentation.
8. Provide follow-up and aftercare planning services as needed. Expeditiously discharge inactive clients.
9. Provide emergency services during work hours and after hours if needed.
10. Attend staff meetings, supervisory conferences, training, and other activities, which ensure effective and efficient functioning of clinical operations.
11. Adhere to code of ethics, legal aspects of clinical practice, professional standards, duty to warn, abuse and neglect reporting policies and procedures, and exercise professionalism at all times.
12. Exercise awareness in cultural humility, client satisfaction, quality of services, client needs, and overall health and safety of staff and clients.
13. Build case load through self-promotion, networking, and some supervisor referrals.

  • 401K with employer matching

  • Client referrals and support building your caseload

  • Electronic Health Records system

  • Supportive and collaborative environment

  • Psychology Today or equivalent membership

  • Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy Supervision that can be used towards Certification

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Master’s degree required in Clinical Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, Counseling, or Social Work, or related

  • Registered AMFT or APCC with Associate Number from BBS

  • Minimum of 1000 hours towards licensure completed. 

  • Must be willing to work at least 1 evening/week and a weekend day (Saturday or Sunday). 

  • Must be willing to see a minimum of 15 weekly clients with opportunity for more if desired.

  • Must be passionate about working with couples

  • Familiarity with DMH documentation, including treatment planning and discharge summaries.

  • Ability to carry a minimum caseload of 15 clients/week.

TO APPLY

Please send an email to nadia@nela-therapy.com with your resume, 3 professional references, and a brief cover letter that summarizes:

  • A summary of your experience (including how many pre-licensed hours you have completed).

  • The populations you are most interested in serving and why.

  • Your experience and training in working with couples.

  • Why are you interested in joining the NELA Therapy team specifically?